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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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Highlands Square

225 Norfleet Dr., Somerset, KY 42501

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

Toured this place after an accident with my dad. Really thought it was nice. Staff is so friendly and thorough. Great care for residents and comfort for their family. Excellent food. Very clean. Well pleased...

Provides: Assisted Living
See all Navion Senior Solutions communities

At Highlands Place, our senior living community, we get to know our residents on an individual level so we can offer them personalized services. Our residents engage in a variety of stimulating activities, such as exercise classes, gospel singing, arts and crafts, card and board games, tai chi,...

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Elan Manatee

7375 Stone River Rd, Bradenton, FL 34203

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

Elan Manatee has been a phenomenal experience for both my mom and me. From the very beginning they were welcoming, caring and understanding. The facility is immaculate; superbly maintained and managed. The...

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

Welcome to the new Elan Manatee Assisted Living & Memory Care-where a lifestyle and distinction is easily found. Located in beautiful Bradenton, Florida, Elan strives to provide senior living services to brighten and enhance every residents life.We are dedicated to delivering the care and...

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63 reviews

Coming into this facility, it allows an individual to feel like home when they’re in the presence of a great team from front to back. Excellent care plans put together as well as staffing appropriately with...

Provides: Memory Care
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For nearly 25 years, Arden Courts Memory Care has catered to the special needs of individuals with memory loss. Staffed by specially trained caregivers, Arden Courts cares for individuals diagnosed with Alzheimer's disease and related dementias. Each community features home like common areas,...

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Swanhaven Manor

300 Kennely Road, Saginaw, MI 48609

Starting at$X,XXX+ monthly
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9.9
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65 reviews

The food is good. And so many activities, although my parents aren't getting out much. I don't like that the food charge hits their account monthly but I don't have an itemized bill. And they signed up for...

Provides: Independent Living
See all The Associated Management Company communities

Swanhaven Manor is an Award-Winning Independent Retirement Community that offers a wide variety of activities and options. Swanhaven Manor was voted Best Overall Star Senior Community in 2006, Best of the Best Senior Living Community in 2013, 2014, 2015, 2017, 2018, and 2024. Winner of Thomas...

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Brookdale Des Plaines

800 South River Road, Des Plaines, IL 60016

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

Discovery Village is a very good choice for me. My daughter and I are very satisfied. It was a difficult decision to make as there are so many factors to consider. Discovery Village was sold and renamed...

Best of Senior Living All Star
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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The Gardens of Port St Lucie

1699 SE Lyngate Dr, Port St Lucie, FL 34952

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

The apartment size is great. Staff is lovely and know our names. Reception is in the center and see everyone going to and from which is very helpful. Residents are all happy and friendly. We are very happy...

Provides: Assisted Living
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Located just minutes from St. Lucie Regional Medical Center, The Gardens of Port St. Lucie is nestled on the northwest corner of U.S. Highway 1 and Lyngate Drive. As a Five Star Senior Living community, we pride ourselves in our tradition of excellence in direct resident care, and our reputation...

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Havenwood of Buffalo

150 Division St E, Buffalo, MN 55313

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

Havenwood is definitely a five-star. I’d give the highest marks. I live at Havenwood and I have guests come in from outside the Community. The kitchen staff is amazing and everyone loves the staff and the...

Provides: Assisted Living, Memory Care, Independent Living
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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
142 reviews

Comfortable happy, well treated by staff. When touring my son and I agreed this is the palce for me. I'm so glad to be here and not elsewhere. Staff is excellent and caring.

Provides: Assisted Living, Memory Care, Independent Living
See all StoryPoint Group, LLC communities

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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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
37 reviews

The environment is clean, the staff is friendly, and they are very accommodating. I would absolutely recommend them to others.

Provides: Assisted Living
See all Phoenix Senior Living communities

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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Verena at The Reserve

121 Reserve Way, Williamsburg, VA 23185

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

I'd give it a five based on the friendliness of the people - both the residents and the staff. I immediately felt at home here - Very comfortable. I do recommend

Best of Senior Living All Star
Provides: Independent Living
See all True Connection Communities communities

Discover the unparalleled joys of retirement living at Verena at the Reserve!Nestled just minutes away from Colonial Williamsburg, Virginia, our all-inclusive 55+ independent living community’s gourmet dining, social activities, and lush tree-filled grounds are sure to impress. Our all-inclusive...

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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.