Assisted Living
Memory Care
Independent Living
Home Care
Sign in

Best of 2026 Senior Living Award Winners: All Categories

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.

Showing 674 communities
Sort by
Filters
Change location

Review Score
Providers
View all providers
Showing 674 communities
Sort by
Filters
Change location

Providers
View all providers

The Harrison

3060 Valley Farms Rd, Indianapolis, IN 46214

Starting at$X,XXX+ monthly
Photo of The Harrison
10
10 Photos available
5
5 Floor plans available
9.6
Review Score
55 reviews

The staff is very friendly. They have some great little outings that are great for my mom, and she's pretty happy with the meals. She's adjusting and really enjoying even some of the other residents. The...

Provides: Assisted Living, Memory Care
See all Sonida Senior Living communities

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...

... Read more

The Gables on Pelham

1306 Pelham Rd, Greenville, SC 29615

Starting at$X,XXX+ monthly
10
10 Photos available
6
6 Floor plans available
9.6
Review Score
60 reviews

The activities, food, apartment size, and cleanliness are all excellent. I feel like they could use more staff members, and that would probably make the quality of care a 5 instead of a 4. My Mother is very...

Provides: Assisted Living, Memory Care
See all Spring Arbor Senior Living communities

Home Sweet HomeServing seniors in assisted living, memory care and skilled nursing and rehabilitation, our community provides you with a warm and welcoming environment where you can experience newfound freedom and independence. We handle all the cooking, cleaning and household chores so you can...

... Read more

Brookdale Lewisville

965 N Garden Ridge Blvd, Lewisville, TX 75077

Starting at$X,XXX+ monthly
8
8 Photos available
3
3 Floor plans available
9.6
Review Score
56 reviews

The staff is very helpful, caring, and treated mom like she was their own. The lead medtech [name removed] went above and beyond for her.

Provides: Assisted Living
See all Brookdale communities

Our community, which offers assisted living services to seniors in Lewisville, Texas, welcomes seniors from all walks of life. We’ll work carefully with you to create an individualized care plan that focuses on exactly what you need — and what you don’t. We’ll never compromise your independence,...

... Read more

Brookdale Hawthorn Lakes in Vernon Hills Assisted Living

10 East Hawthorn Parkway, Vernon Hills, IL 60061

Starting at$X,XXX+ monthly
16
16 Photos available
3
3 Floor plans available
9.6
Review Score
87 reviews

I think its benefits and I feel cared for. Socialization is good for me. It a really good experience. I like that doctors are on-site.

Provides: Assisted Living
See all Brookdale communities

Brookdale Hawthorn Lakes is a pet-friendly assisted living community located in Vernon Hills, Illinois. We are located near Big and Little Bear Lakes, both are favorite picnic destinations for our residents and their families. Our attentive staff members are available 24 hours a day to provide...

... Read more

American House Village at Bloomfield

1957 S Telegraph Rd, Bloomfield Hills, MI 48302

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

Most of my experience here have been positive. Something I think could be improved. I have tried to make residents as they take a tour of our facility. I do not agree with things and would like to disregard...

Provides: Independent Living
See all American House communities

American House Village at Bloomfield is a brand new community. We opened our doors on November 1st, 2022. Our community features 150 Independent Living apartment homes with full kitchens, washer and dryer, patio or balcony. Some fairway views of The Links at Crystal Lake Golf Course, very close...

... Read more

The Waterford at Levis Commons

7100 South Wilkinson Way, Perrysburg, OH 43551

Starting at$X,XXX+ monthly
21
21 Photos available
4
4 Floor plans available
9.6
Review Score
114 reviews

We are thrilled about all of it!! The quality of care he's getting is great as well as how the staff is helping him. Dad seems happy with he food and care as well. Overall we're very happy we chose Waterford

Best of Senior Living All Star
Provides: Assisted Living, Independent Living
See all Sonida Senior Living communities

Embrace a bright future at The Waterford at Levis Commons, where desired amenities and convenient services provide residents the opportunity to live a vibrant lifestyle. Imagine an apartment home with no cooking, cleaning or maintenance — and friends next door. That's what residents get at The...

... Read more

Avista Garden City

5815 Coffey Street, Garden City, ID 83714

Starting at$X,XXX+ monthly
8
8 Photos available
9.6
Review Score
67 reviews

Overall we have been pleased with Avista Sr Living. We were able to get into a perfect room for Mom when we needed it, with just enough time to personalize it before her admittance. Ranking not a 5 mostly...

Provides: Assisted Living
See all Avista Senior Living communities

Avista Garden City is an assisted living community located in Garden City, Idaho, in a peaceful, tree-lined neighborhood just south of River Pointe Park. Avista Garden City is committed to providing residents the opportunity to thrive in mind and body by working alongside them and their families...

... Read more

Esplanade of Woodmere

130 Irving Pl, Woodmere, NY 11598

Starting at$X,XXX+ monthly
11
11 Photos available
9.6
Review Score
45 reviews

Staff not prompt on returning phone calls. Staff is very friendly and helpful. They keep it very clean. Not crowded nice and peaceful.

Provides: Memory Care
See all Meridian Senior Living communities

For residents with Alzheimer’s or other dementia, Esplanade of Woodmere is proud to feature MONTESSORI MOMENTS IN TIME™ memory care programming. We make every day feel special for your loved one with exceptional care and success-oriented programming that brings a sense of purpose and meaning to...

... Read more

Holiday Montara Meadows

3150 East Tropicana Avenue, Las Vegas, NV 89121

Starting at$X,XXX+ monthly
13
13 Photos available
9.6
Review Score
151 reviews

Wonderful facility with so much to offer! Spacious apartment, beautiful garden, numerous outdoor settings, indoor places to sit and relax, clean and organized! General manager [name removed] and sales...

Provides: Independent Living
See all Holiday by Atria communities

Montara Meadows provides a fulfilling, independent lifestyle in a welcoming environment. Situated on beautifully landscaped grounds, you'll love the elegance of our facilities while enjoying the convenience of a home in the heart of it all. We're just minutes from shopping, healthcare and all...

... Read more

Truewood by Merrill, New Bern

2701 Amhurst Dr, New Bern, NC 28562

Starting at$X,XXX+ monthly
14
14 Photos available
8
8 Floor plans available
9.6
Review Score
98 reviews

My dad really loved it there, he moved out in February, just met a lady and they had other plans! He especially loved the food and the staff! Hopefully if he needs too he can go back there!

Provides: Assisted Living, Memory Care, Independent Living
See all Merrill Gardens communities

Living at Truewood by Merrill, New Bern means being a part of an active, vibrant community. Enjoy delicious all-inclusive dining, a wealth of social activities and the freedom to explore your interests. There are countless opportunities to connect, grow and live up to your full potential.If...

... Read more

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.

Viewing 491-500 out of 674 communities

Frequently asked questions

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.