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The top senior living communities stand out for their exceptional care and support of seniors in independent living, assisted living, and memory care. Our Best of Senior Living Award winners represent the top 1-2% of senior care providers nationwide based on reviews from those who matter most: residents and families. Below are the winners from the 2026 Best of Senior Living Awards. The 2027 award winners will be announced in February 2027.

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Avalon Memory Care - 7140

7140 Hwy 287 S, Arlington, TX 76001

Starting at$X,XXX+ monthly
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3
3 Floor plans available
9.7
Review Score
56 reviews

Entrusting a loved one with memory loss to others is never easy, but this community has truly been a blessing. The staff treats residents with dignity, patience, and genuine kindness. I see the difference in...

Provides: Memory Care
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If you are a resident of the Dallas-Fort Worth metropolitan area, Arlington, Tarrant County, Texas, then you may need to be aware of the services that Avalon Memory Care can provide for you or a loved one. Located in various locations throughout the Dallas-Fort Worth area and in Austin, this...

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The Harrison

3060 Valley Farms Rd, Indianapolis, IN 46214

Starting at$X,XXX+ monthly
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5 Floor plans available
9.7
Review Score
52 reviews

The Thanksgiving dinner had everything you could ever ask for in a dinner for Thanksgiving and everything was so good. I mean very very very good and I used to be a cook for a living a few years back. And oh...

Provides: Assisted Living, Memory Care
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Race over to The Harrison at Eagle Valley, where desired amenities and convenient services get residents revved up about a vibrant Indy lifestyle that encourages independence through innovative recreational, educational, health and wellness programs. Our Assisted Living and Memory Care community...

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Starting at$X,XXX+ monthly
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9.6
Review Score
54 reviews

Thank you for making Christmas special. The caring words “we hope the holidays are gentle” are the most thoughtful ones spoken to me in a long time. Mom had allot of loss this year, it’s comforting know the...

Provides: Memory Care
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For nearly 25 years, Arden Courts Memory Care has catered to the special needs of individuals with memory loss. Staffed by specially trained caregivers, Arden Courts cares for individuals diagnosed with Alzheimer's disease and related dementias. Each community features home like common areas,...

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Worthington Place

10799 Alliance Drive, Camby, IN 46113

Starting at$X,XXX+ monthly
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9.7
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84 reviews

I moved my brother's widow here a year ago after several falls. This was difficult as she was still living in her own home & did not want to make the transition. However, WP has been nothing but warm,...

Provides: Assisted Living
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Worthington Place assisted living is nestled in a quiet neighborhood in the small town of Camby, Indiana. Camby is fifteen miles from Indianapolis, enabling us to enjoy the best of small town living and nearby big city amenities. Indianapolis is home to many activities, restaurants and festivals...

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Brookdale Ennis

2500 Yorkstown Drive, Ennis, TX 75119

Starting at$X,XXX+ monthly
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9.6
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37 reviews

Truly such a blessing!! Couldn’t recommend them enough!! Wish I could give 6 stars! So warm and welcoming. Truly treat the residents like family. They provide such a peace of mind and love their residents so...

Provides: Assisted Living
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Whether you’re socializing with friends in our courtyard, going on a shopping excursion or relaxing in your private apartment, our assisted living community in Ennis, Texas, just 25 miles south of Dallas, will help you stay as independent as possible. And because our staff is on-site 24 hours a...

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Waltonwood Lake Boone

3550 Horton St., Raleigh, NC 27607

Starting at$X,XXX+ monthly
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9.6
Review Score
37 reviews

My 97-year-old widowed mother has found such a wonderful home at Waltonwood. We looked at several independent living communities; none can compare to the warmth, care, and sense of community here. From the...

Provides: Independent Living
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Holiday Genesee Gardens

4495 Calkins Rd, Flint, MI 48532

Starting at$X,XXX+ monthly
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9.6
Review Score
71 reviews

Food is good. Moving further to independent living. Many activities. Staff is kind and responsive. There is limited transportation.

Provides: Independent Living
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Genesee Gardens provides a fulfilling, independent lifestyle in a welcoming environment. Nestled on beautiful grounds in a quiet corner of Flint, you'll love the quality of our facilities while enjoying all the conveniences of the nearby community. We're just minutes from shopping, healthcare,...

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Valley Spring Memory Care

555 Miller Lane, Los Banos, CA 93635

Starting at$X,XXX+ monthly
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9.7
Review Score
12 reviews

For the most part it has been a very pleasant place, I feel secure when I leave my husband each day knowing they will care for him. The workers are helpful and very pleasant, questions are answered promptly.

Provides: Assisted Living, Memory Care

At Valley Spring Memory Care, our vision is to create a warm and inviting memory care community that empowers residents to lead fulfilling, purposeful lives. We believe that everyone should have the opportunity to age gracefully, surrounded by a supportive network of caregivers, friends, and...

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Sterling Place

22800 Civic Center Drive, Southfield, MI 48033

Starting at$X,XXX+ monthly
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9.6
Review Score
93 reviews

The Admitting Administrator is the absolute best! [name removed] was very patient, welcoming, and focused on my brother's needs. The entire staff is eager to assist with whatever my brother might be in need...

Provides: Independent Living
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When you choose a Holiday lifestyle, we simplify things for you.Sterling Place, an independent senior living community, offers exceptional service and convenient amenities to its residents and their families. Complete with spacious apartment suites, 10 acres of beautifully maintained grounds, and...

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Claremont Place

120 W San Jose Ave, Claremont, CA 91711

Starting at$X,XXX+ monthly
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9.6
Review Score
61 reviews

I had searched for an assisted living place for my Father, in about [date removed], his dementia was becoming an issue. Many places had an odor to them, some had people crammed into one large room, low...

Provides: Assisted Living, Memory Care, Independent Living
See all Meridian Senior Living communities

Our senior living community in Claremont, California, ensures that life here is exciting, from well-designed apartment homes with convenient features to delicious dining and enriching activity offerings. Regardless of how you choose to spend your day, our friendly staff is here to provide you...

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Best of 2026 Senior Living Awards criteria

Receive 10 or more reviews on APlaceforMom.com

Attain an overall average rating of at least 4.5 stars for reviews

Offer assisted living, independent living, skilled nursing, memory care or continuing care retirement communities

*Based on reviews and ratings collected from APlaceforMom.com during the awards period, Jan. 1, 2025 to Dec. 31, 2025. U.S. and Canada only.

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The best senior living communities in the U.S. earned A Place for Mom’s 2026 Best of Senior Living Awards based on resident and family reviews. The highest-rated senior living communities represent the top 1-2% of senior living providers nationwide.