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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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The Reserve at Greenbrier

1005 Elysian Pl, Chesapeake, VA 23320

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

I will be a resident for 2 years next month. The location is perfect for me. The staff is kind and responsive. The grounds, buildings and apartments are clean and well maintained. So grateful to be here.

Provides: Independent Living
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Living has never been better or easier with the perfect combination of comfort and location. Chesapeake's newest luxury apartment community designed for active adults will fill you with a fresh sense of contentment. Alta Reserve is a 55 and Better community, offers many luxuries and amenities....

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Grand Villa of DeLand

350 E. International Speedway Blvd., DeLand, FL 32724

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

When first came to Grand Villa it worked like fantasy Land. I did not believe assisted living communities like Grand Villa existed. The staff is friendly and truly care about the residents. The sales team...

Best of Senior Living All Star
Provides: Assisted Living, Memory Care, Independent Living
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Grand Villa is a gorgeous assisted living and memory care community that is located in sunny DeLand, Volusia County, Florida. Residents are able to enjoy getting in the pool or even going to the community library to get a good book to read. There are barbecue amenities that are available in the...

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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
72 reviews

Verena is a wonderful place for seniors and has everything we need. All staff are amazing. All our residents are made to feel like we are "home" and are all family. We are cared for and protected in every...

Best of Senior Living All Star
Provides: Independent Living
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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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Keystone Villa at Fleetwood

501 Hoch Rd, Blandon, PA 19510

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

Everything was excellent food was very good. My family was very impressed, food was ha. I already signed then up for the nest meal. I hear nothing but good things.

Provides: Assisted Living, Independent Living
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Trustwell Living at Blanchard Place

825 Richard Lane, Kenton, OH 43326

Starting at$X,XXX+ monthly
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9.9
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73 reviews

I always know if I have a question about my loved one that I can ask anyone and if they are not sure they are more than happy to find am answer for me. I could not ask for a better place for my loved one.

Best of Senior Living All Star
Provides: Assisted Living
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Blanchard Place is an assisted living community located in Kenton, Ohio. We are on the east side of town. We are close enough to town for nearby activities yet far enough away to enjoy peaceful countryside living. Our thoughtfully designed community includes both social and safety amenities: ...

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The Heritage Downtown

1785 Shuey Avenue, Walnut Creek, CA 94596

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

The staff members have been great, They have been very helpful in my move in. I really feel at home. The residents have been friendly and welcoming. The food is really good. I am very happy with my decision...

Provides: Independent Living

The Heritage Downtown offers active Senior Living within walking distance of the Broadway shopping center and amenities in the heart of Walnut Creek. Enjoy the beautiful swimming pool and sparkling spa, beautiful views from a luxury apartment home. Choose from a variety of floor plans, including...

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10 Wilmington Place

10 Wilmington Ave, Dayton, OH 45420

Starting at$X,XXX+ monthly
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9.9
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91 reviews

10 Wilmington Place is the third place we tried for our father who suffers from dementia. When he lost his wife two years ago he could no longer live at home alone. We first tried around the clock care but...

Provides: Assisted Living, Memory Care, Independent Living

For 37 years, 10 Wilmington Place has been one of Dayton's premier senior living communities and has remained family-owned since opening in 1986. Situated on 34 acres of historic beauty in one of Dayton's classic neighborhoods, 10 Wilmington Place offers a wide range of services and amenities at...

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Oasis at Mesa Palms

1418 North Country Club Drive, Mesa, AZ 85201

Starting at$X,XXX+ monthly
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9.9
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102 reviews

What we like the most about the community is the camaraderie that my mom has. She doesn't feel alone. Yes, I would recommend Oasis at Mesa Palms

Best of Senior Living All Star
Provides: Independent Living

Mesa Palms is conveniently located next to the Mesa Country Club, shopping, health care and recreation in beautiful Mesa, Arizona. Mesa Palms is managed by S.L. Start & Associates. S.L. Start is a leader in the field of services to people and has been providing services since 1979. S.L. Start...

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Arden Courts A ProMedica Memory Care Community in Lely Palms

6125 Rattlesnake Hammock Road, Naples, FL 34113

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

I’m so glad that we placed Mom here! The staff are responsive and caring. Everyone is so helpful. The activities are amazing! Food is good. We couldn’t ask for a better environment for Mom. We highly...

Provides: Memory Care
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For over 25 years, Arden Courts ProMedica Memory Care has catered to the special needs of individuals living with memory loss. Staffed by specially trained caregivers, Arden Courts is solely dedicated to caring for individuals diagnosed with Alzheimer's disease and related dementias. Each...

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Verena at the Glen

10286 Brook Rd, Glen Allen, VA 23059

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

We have been at Verena at the Glen for about 15 months. Choosing to come here turned out to be an excellent decision. Indeed, some of our fellow residents have described life here as being on a...

Best of Senior Living All Star
Provides: Independent Living
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You’ll love coming home to your independent living, garden apartment in Verena at the Glen. Our grounds are brimming with butterflies and hummingbirds. From chef-prepared meals to housekeeping services, scheduled transportation, and exciting social activities, we take care of everything so you...

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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.