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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.

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Atria Collwood

5308 Monroe Avenue, San Diego, CA 92115

Starting at$X,XXX+ monthly
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11 Photos available
5
5 Floor plans available
9.5
Review Score
119 reviews

This has been beyond expectations. Unbelievable 100% of staff enjoy & care about taking care of us. The staff is responsive & very kind-hearted. Food is plentiful, with multiple choices each meal... And it...

Provides: Assisted Living, Independent Living
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Atria Collwood is a senior residence located in the famous city of San Diego, California. Residents here enjoy access to highly qualified doctors, specialists, hospitals and medical centers. This active city features beautiful coastal views, great fishing, sailing, and many ways to stay active....

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Oakmont of Las Vegas

3185 E. Flamingo Rd, Las Vegas, NV 89121

Starting at$X,XXX+ monthly
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4
4 Floor plans available
9.5
Review Score
153 reviews

I would rate the overall experience at Oakmont to be a 5. The staff take very good care of the residents. The facility is very clean and attractive. The apartment size is just right for my mother. The food...

Provides: Assisted Living, Memory Care
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Residents at Oakmont of Las Vegas enjoy quality and comfort with five-star services and amenities. We offer spacious apartment-homes with a variety of luxurious and well-equipped floor plans to choose from. In each residence you will find a balance of beauty, function, attention to detail, and...

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The Pinnacle of Louisville

10451 Linn Station Rd, Louisville, KY 40223

Starting at$X,XXX+ monthly
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13 Photos available
1
1 Floor plans available
9.6
Review Score
52 reviews

No one wants a loved one to go to memory care, but they should feel lucky if they get a spot at the Pinnacle. They really do focus on the residents living the best life that they can.

Provides: Memory Care
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Park Louisville is a personal care community dedicated to enhancing quality of life by enabling residents to continue their daily routines with as much independence as possible. Every detail of the building is designed with the safety, security and personal freedom of residents in mind. Homelike...

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Holiday Chateau Ridgeland

745 South Pear Orchard Road, Ridgeland, MS 39157

Starting at$X,XXX+ monthly
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4
4 Floor plans available
9.5
Review Score
59 reviews

This community provides a safe serene and caring professional environment for residents, their families and caregivers. The staff are particular focused on providing a warm and pleasant daily experience...

Provides: Independent Living
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Chateau Ridgeland provides a fulfilling, independent lifestyle in a welcoming environment. Built on stunningly landscaped grounds in the quiet community of Ridgeland, you'll love the tasteful elegance of our facilities while enjoying the amenities of the nearby community. We're just minutes...

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Sunflower Springs - Trinity

2300 Welbilt Blvd, Trinity, FL 34655

Starting at$X,XXX+ monthly
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13
13 Floor plans available
9.5
Review Score
64 reviews

In comparison to where she came from five stars. Overall as a new customer four stars. Voice your expectations to make sure their level of confidence matches. Staffing is very friendly and accommodating....

Provides: Assisted Living, Memory Care
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Maple Ridge Senior Living

35300 Kaiser Ct, Willoughby, OH 44094

Starting at$X,XXX+ monthly
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9.5
Review Score
85 reviews

All facilities have a problem with staffing. Maple Ridge is not exempt. The quality of food is good. There are times I question the choice of food for dementia patients.

Provides: Assisted Living, Memory Care, Independent Living
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Maple Ridge Senior Living offers assisted living and memory care services to seniors in northeastern Ohio. We are near the shores of Lake Erie and have many parks and recreational options in our area. We are close enough to Cleveland for an easy afternoon drive to enjoy all of the dining and...

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StoryPoint Prospect

6901 Carslaw Ct, Prospect, KY 40059

Starting at$X,XXX+ monthly
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9.4
Review Score
81 reviews

I have been at STORYPOINT Prospect since early January 2026 and find it to be warm , authentic and professional. The Staff members are passionate about their responsibilities. The support structure of...

Provides: Assisted Living, Memory Care
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Welcome to StoryPoint Prospect! From assistance with daily tasks to the handling of household maintenance and more, our experienced team at StoryPoint Prospect knows that care isn’t one-size-fits-all, and we take the time to get to know each resident to ensure they receive the highest quality of...

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Park Meadows Senior Living

5901 W. 107th Street, Overland Park, KS 66207

Starting at$X,XXX+ monthly
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3
3 Floor plans available
9.5
Review Score
170 reviews

First, the single level building making it less possible to get lost. Access to an enclosed outdoor courtyard. The staff was knowledgeable and friendly. And, the apartments were a good size.

Provides: Assisted Living, Memory Care, Independent Living
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We can’t wait for you to call Park Meadows Senior Living in Overland Park, Kansas, home. This Kansas City suburb offers Midwestern charm alongside big city venues, cultural centers, and museums set against a backdrop almost as pastoral as a John Steuart Curry painting. With nearly 45 golf courses...

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Country Charm

3177 Meridian Parke Dr, Greenwood, IN 46142

Starting at$X,XXX+ monthly
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12 Photos available
3
3 Floor plans available
9.5
Review Score
91 reviews

Visited my sister, [name removed] while I was in Indy for Christmas. We had a very god visit. I was glad to see the remodeling work in the hallways. Painted the walls and doors. This will “brighten”...

Provides: Assisted Living, Independent Living
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Let the allure of county living and appeal of big-city services lead to Country Charm, an Independent Living and Assisted Living community in Greenwood, Indiana. Our goal is to enrich the lives of our residents by providing an environment that is physically, mentally, spiritually and emotionally...

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Brookdale Charlotte East

6053 Wilora Lake Road, Charlotte, NC 28212

Starting at$X,XXX+ monthly
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1 Video available
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4 Floor plans available
9.5
Review Score
114 reviews

The personnel at the center are amazing. The icing on the cake for my dad was his own one bedroom apartment after staying at a center where he shared a room with another person. I would highly recommend the...

Provides: Assisted Living, Independent Living
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Aging well can mean living well, especially with the resort-style amenities available at our community. Start your days strolling through expansive courtyards and along flower-lined walking paths, perhaps stop at the wellness center and then enjoy a stage play at the on-site theater. Or maybe...

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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.