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Best of Senior Living Communities

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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Clarendale of Mokena

21536 South Wolf Road, Mokena, IL 60448

Starting at$X,XXX+ monthly
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15
15 Floor plans available
9.6
Review Score
137 reviews

I loved Clarendale in Mokena Beautiful facility, had a lovely apt. .... small but efficient . Good food and great people. Would be there now if I could.

Provides: Assisted Living, Memory Care, Independent Living
See all Life Care Services LLC communities

Clarendale of Mokena is the only senior living community in The Village of Mokena, Ill. It is also the newest such community in the greater market area to offer three integrated lifestyle options under one roof - residential living, assisted living and memory care. Clarendale of Mokena creates an...

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Atria Park of Glen Ellyn

95 Carleton Avenue, Glen Ellyn, IL 60137

Starting at$X,XXX+ monthly
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8 Floor plans available
9.6
Review Score
127 reviews

The brightness and cleanliness of the facility. The staff engagement and caring, and ensuring every staff member knows who my Mom is and her name. Lastly, the room she has is fantastic! 2 bedroom with...

Best of Senior Living All Star
Provides: Assisted Living, Memory Care, Independent Living
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Located in a residential neighborhood only minutes from Wheaton, Atria Park of Glen Ellyn offers all the benefits of living in a vibrant, supportive community, with the discreet support of a care staff close at hand. Without the worries of chores and home maintenance, residents are free to pursue...

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Southwick Village

802 College Hwy, Southwick, MA 01077

Starting at$X,XXX+ monthly
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9.6
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59 reviews

I always tell people that the residents are happy, clean, always dressed appropriately.. the staff treats residents with utmost respect. So many activities that my mom loves to go to. Food is prepared by a...

Provides: Assisted Living, Independent Living
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Southwick Village is a 55+ retirement community, located in the historic town of Southwick, MA. Nestled on 46 acres of towering trees and nature in a park-like setting, close to golf courses, hiking trails and quaint town amenities. Our spacious one and two bedroom cottages have plenty of room...

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Aspen Assisted Living

32406 W Seven Mile Rd, Livonia, MI 48152

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

They were very good with my mother-in-law. She really enjoyed it for respite care. She is moving in to assisted living in 2 weeks there. Food was good activities were great. Room is nice and clean.

Provides: Assisted Living, Memory Care

Aspen Assisted Living strives to provide a home-like environment for adult citizens in our community who are aged or are experiencing age-related or memory care challenges. To us, this represents a focus on health and well-being supported by a team of compassionate caring people who possess a...

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Serene Gardens of Hartland

2799 Bella Vita Dr, Hartland, MI 48353

Starting at$X,XXX+ monthly
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9.6
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24 reviews

I understand it is difficult to find good help, so I'm not sure if this is a Serene Gardens issue. Some of the aides are not as caring (more business like) with the residents. My mother in law complains that...

Provides: Assisted Living, Memory Care
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Discover the perfect blend of comfort and care at Serene Gardens of Grand Hartland. Our Assisted Living and Memory Care community offers all-inclusive pricing, ensuring peace of mind for families. With a focus on individualized care, our dedicated team provides tailored support for each...

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The Cottages at Clear Lake

400 Landing Blvd, League City, TX 77573

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

We work diligently to know the staff plus visited multiple times during a week. Friendly staff, afternoon snacks, special meals for holidays, personal calls when necessary for updates on loved ones,...

Provides: Memory Care
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The Cottages are state-of-the-art certified assisted living residences for people living with Alzheimer's and other memory disorders. Under the direction of our highly qualified, 24-hour staff and access to 7 days-a-week nursing, we provide personal care assistance, medications supervision,...

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Sunrise of Five Forks

3997 Five Forks Trickum Road, Lilburn, GA 30047

Starting at$X,XXX+ monthly
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4 Floor plans available
9.6
Review Score
90 reviews

Sunrise at Five Forks has truly been a blessing for our family. The care team is exceptionally compassionate, attentive, and dedicated—they take the time to know my mom as a person and not just a resident....

Provides: Assisted Living, Memory Care
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Sunrise at Five Forks, a Sunrise Senior Living Community is located in Lilburn, GA close to shopping, physician offices, churches, and major hospitals. At Sunrise, we welcome seniors into a warm, inviting community. We offer a choice of accommodations, from Companion to Two-Bedroom Suites. Each...

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Jubilation

1301 Ashford Cir, Fredericksburg, VA 22401

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

My mom has said the food has been pretty good other than lack of salt. She is in the 2 bedroom, tons of closet space. It has a full kitchen with eating room at the counter. Right next to Fred Nats stadium...

Provides: Independent Living

The Waterford at Fort Worth

6799 Granbury Road, Fort Worth, TX 76133

Starting at$X,XXX+ monthly
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5
5 Floor plans available
9.6
Review Score
158 reviews

The Waterford is a beautiful and clean facility. Staff is extremely nice and helpful. I like the sign in procedure. Well maintained and cared for. Safe and secure. Handicapped parking usually available.

Provides: Independent Living
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Saddle up and mosey on down to The Waterford at Fort Worth. Our Independent Living community in Fort Worth, Texas, welcomes residents to enjoy the best years of their lives in the comfort of spacious apartments surrounded by great amenities and assisted by friendly staff. The Waterford offers the...

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Keystone Villa at Douglassville Personal Care

1152 Ben Franklin Hwy E, Douglassville, PA 19518

Starting at$X,XXX+ monthly
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9 Floor plans available
9.6
Review Score
87 reviews

I am treated very well by all the staff. They say I enjoy going on the shopping trips and different outings. I enjoy eating meals with the friends I made here. I love having my apartment cleaned every week....

Provides: Assisted Living, Memory Care
See all Heritage Senior Living, LLC. communities

At Keystone Villa at Douglassville, there are no entrance fees, long-term leases or hidden costs, for affordable Personal Care. Personalized supportive care services are offered to our residents in a heartwarming environment so we can help you enjoy a better quality of life in our senior...

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Best of 2027 Senior Living Awards criteria

Receive 10 or more reviews on APlaceforMom.com

Attain an overall Review Score of at least 9.5 based on 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, 2026 to Dec. 31, 2026. 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.