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.
2855 Southwest Vintage Parkway, Ankeny, IA 50023
My dad loves the food they serve and has gained 11 lbs. Everyone is very kind and helpful. He has made many friends that live there. The falls that come in and clean do a great job. The apartment is very roomy and stylish (it's brand new). He loves t...
822 Massachusetts 28, Yarmouth, MA 02664
Beautiful facility. The staff is helpful, caring and knowledgeable. The food is delicious. The apartments are great. Smartest move I ever made. I’m simplifying my life. It has been great to be part of a...
Wise Living is a locally owned company that has been building retirement communities on Cape Cod for over 30 years. Our newest residence, Wise Living at Yarmouth, is Cape Cod's newest independent living community currently under renovation on Cape Cod. We are conveniently located on the mid-Cape...
8600 East 21st Street North, Wichita, KS 67206
With no family nearby and urgency to move from Independent Living, we were so fortunate to be able to move my sister into Brookdale Tallgrass. First, we learned of their exceptional reputation, and it...
The Good LifeWhen you decide to join our assisted living community in Wichita, Kansas, prepare to enjoy more time freedom than ever. This is a place that provides you with everything some spacious private accommodations and inviting common rooms to personalized care and more, but we also handle...
1700 Bronson Way, Kalamazoo, MI 49009
Building is newly renovated. Crisp clean look. An amazing dining room and auditorium. Staff is very helpful. Enjoyed a very excellent created meal! My friend who lives here is treated with the most heart...
StoryPoint Kalamazoo at Bronson Place offers extraordinary retirement in a gracious small town setting. Our beautifully landscaped grounds are enhanced with gardens, courtyards and private ponds. We're ideally located on Kalamazoo's prestigious west side, convenient to both Chicago and Detroit,...
5720 Old Carmel Valley Road, San Diego, CA 92130
I love this placement que the people are very very nice. Everything is new and we have everything in our apartment. I go first walk. The chef does try to do his best but it is not easy because this is a big community. The food taste good. The staff f...
3785 N Center Rd, Saginaw, MI 48603
What we like the most about the community is all the smiles from staff. Cleanliness all around. Lots of activity. Residents seem content and look well cared for.
61-35 Dry Harbor Rd, Middle Village, NY 11379
The therapy team was skilled and encouraging. Nurses were always attentive and approachable. The facility is clean, and the rooms are comfortable. Daily activities kept residents engaged and happy. Overall,...
Dry Harbor Nursing Home & Rehabilitation Center is your premier choice for skilled nursing and sub-acute care in the community of Middle Village, New York. The longevity of our caring staff and complimentary transportation for family visits sets us apart from the typical skilled nursing...
32 Laurel Ave, Keansburg, NJ 07734
Laurel Bay is a caring and supportive facility with a strong focus on patient-centered care. The nursing staff are compassionate and professional. Rehabilitation services are structured and encouraging—a...
2316 Bruner Ave, Bronx, NY 10469
The staff is kind, professional, and attentive to every resident’s needs. Therapy and daily activities are engaging and personalized. The rooms and common areas are clean and comfortable. Families feel...
1808 5th St., Sanger, CA 93657
The overall experience is 5 stars. The staff was excellent. They cared about my mom. The place was always clean. Staff very attentive.
Elim Place is located in Cheshire, Connecticut and focused on providing top quality, safe and loving senior living conditions. Placed right upon 38 acres, the Elim Park Place senior retirement home is quite, safe and a relaxing community. You'll experience living behind a quite residential...
*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.
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.