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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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Independence Village of Pella

2602 Fifield Rd, Pella, IA 50219

Starting at$X,XXX+ monthly
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9.9
Review Score
135 reviews

A few times the bathroom and shower needed cleaning. When cleaning staff was notified, they did take care of the problem quickly. It is pricey but fortunately, Mom could afford it. And I know Independence...

Provides: Assisted Living, Memory Care, Independent Living
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Welcome to Independence Village of Pella! This isn’t just a place to reside — it’s a place where our community members truly shine, and we are glad to share this experience with them.?Our various senior living options include independent living, assisted living, and memory care. Throughout each...

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StoryPoint Collierville

691 S Byhalia Rd, Collierville, TN 38017

Starting at$X,XXX+ monthly
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9.9
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155 reviews

We moved into StoryPoint about 4 and 1/2 years ago, so we have seen StoryPoint grow. Our experience has been very positive. [name removed], the Executive Director of StoryPoint is very caring and supportive...

Provides: Independent Living
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Welcome to StoryPoint Collierville! This isn’t just a place to reside — it’s a place where our community members truly shine, and we are glad to share this experience with them. Our senior living options include independent living and enhanced living. Throughout each service level, we strive to...

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The Bungalows at Bowling Green

981 Campbell Ln, Bowling Green, KY 42104

Starting at$X,XXX+ monthly
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6
6 Floor plans available
9.9
Review Score
34 reviews

My grandmother lived here for a few months and while it was unfortunate that she didn't get to remain longer. She was well taken care of while she was a resident. She passed away in a place that was truly...

Provides: Assisted Living
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Located conveniently on Campbell Lane, Morningside of Bowling Green has provided a home-like atmosphere for seniors since 1999. We understand the uniqueness of each resident and promote continued independence through individualized service plans that address the physical, spiritual, intellectual,...

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Novel Place Blue Springs

1001 SW 7 Hwy, Blue Springs, MO 64014

Starting at$X,XXX+ monthly
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4 Floor plans available
9.9
Review Score
81 reviews

I have lived there at Novel Place for almost 2 years. Our program director keeps us so busy. There's always something to do. We have a new chef and his food has been amazing. Our apartments are very...

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Provides: Independent Living
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Affordable conveniences re-imagined for those 55 years and better.More amenities usually means more money in independent living, but at Novel Place you don't have to give up your entire life savings to get the conveniences you desire. Your monthly rent includes dining, light housekeeping,...

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Trustwell Living at Miller Place

1506 Meadowview Drive, Celina, OH 45822

Starting at$X,XXX+ monthly
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9.9
Review Score
60 reviews

I stopped by Miller Place to see if Miller would be a good fir for my mother. I was immediately taken back how help the market was she was very knowledgeable and quick for answer any questions I had

Provides: Assisted Living
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At Miller Place, our senior living community provides thoughtful, compassionate care to help our residents thrive. We develop individual care plans to meet the needs of each resident, and a full-time registered nurse is available 24 hours a day to provide clinical oversight and coordination of...

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Chateau of Batesville

44 Chateau Blvd, Batesville, IN 47006

Starting at$X,XXX+ monthly
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3
3 Floor plans available
9.9
Review Score
21 reviews

[name removed] gave us a tour and was very attentive and answered all of our questions. The facility was very pretty and seems like a perfect fit for my dad.

Provides: Assisted Living
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Enjoy rural charm with upscale amenities at Chateau of Batesville, centrally located between Indianapolis; Cincinnati, Ohio; and Louisville, Kentucky. We offer a relaxed atmosphere of warmth and caring that promotes companionship among residents and staff. The Assisted Living community in...

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Avalon Memory Care - Keller

1137 Rufe Snow Dr, Keller, TX 76248

Starting at$X,XXX+ monthly
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10 Photos available
3
3 Floor plans available
9.9
Review Score
62 reviews

Our family will always be deeply grateful to Avalon Memory Care for the love and care they showed both of my parents. Having both of them at Avalon was an enormous comfort during a very emotional time, and...

Provides: Memory Care
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At AVALON, we set ourselves apart from other residences with the level of care and compassion we show to our residents. Our care is unique in that we treat our residents as people with individual needs rather than grouping them as 'those with dementia.' After all, a lack of cognitive ability...

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Brookdale Mandarin Central

10875 Old Saint Augustine Road, Jacksonville, FL 32257

Starting at$X,XXX+ monthly
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2 Floor plans available
9.9
Review Score
61 reviews

My uncle has had excellent care here for over two years. He is very happy and the staff are very kind and attentive. He is more engaged and participates in activities and outings. The personal interaction...

Provides: Memory Care
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A Community Built for One Thing: Memory CareWhile other communities might offer a range of care levels, we do one thing, and we do it very well. And because memory care is such a specialized kind of care, we think you’ll find that makes us special. Our community offers Alzheimer's and dementia...

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Brookdale Des Plaines

800 South River Road, Des Plaines, IL 60016

Starting at$X,XXX+ monthly
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5 Floor plans available
9.9
Review Score
170 reviews

I enjoy living at Discovery Village Des Plaines! The staff is very friendly and attentive. They offer plenty of activities. I participate in jeopardy, wheel of fortune, bingo, live entertainment and cards....

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Provides: Assisted Living, Independent Living
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It’s good to be home.Our community just outside of Chicago gives you the lifestyle you want, plus care if you need it with both independent living and assisted living on the same campus. With several floor plans to chose from, including studio, one-bedroom and two-bedroom options, you’ll be able...

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Pacifica Senior Living Peoria

9045 West Athens Street, Peoria, AZ 85382

Starting at$X,XXX+ monthly
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2 Floor plans available
9.9
Review Score
181 reviews

The staff and facility at Cottages at Peoria are the leanest and most caring people and I'm so glad. They are there the facility is always clean and I appreciate that it looks like a home. I couldn't have...

Provides: Memory Care

Situated in the North Phoenix area, our Pacifica Senior Living community offers full-service memory care programs, providing a warm, inviting and familiar environment for residents with Alzheimer's disease and other forms of dementia. Our community focuses on programs that help individuals with...

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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.