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Best of 2025 Senior Living Award Winners: All Categories

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The top senior living communities stand out for their exceptional care and support of seniors in independent living, assisted living, memory care, and in-home 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 2025 Best of Senior Living Awards. The 2026 award winners will be announced in February 2026.

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Assisted living provides long-term housing and care for seniors. Assisted living residents are generally active, but may need support with activities of daily living (ADLs).
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Memory care provides housing and 24-hour care for seniors with Alzheimer's disease and other forms of dementia. Memory care facilities focus on improving quality of life, reducing confusion, and preventing wandering.
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Independent living offers a carefree lifestyle for older adults who want to enjoy retirement with ease. Senior independent living facilities provide a variety of convenient services and amenities.
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Home care provides non-medical care and companionship for seniors living at home. From help with daily activities to medication management, home care services can be tailored to seniors needs.
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Assisted living provides long-term housing and care for seniors. Assisted living residents are generally active, but may need support with activities of daily living (ADLs).
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Memory care provides housing and 24-hour care for seniors with Alzheimer's disease and other forms of dementia. Memory care facilities focus on improving quality of life, reducing confusion, and preventing wandering.
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Independent living offers a carefree lifestyle for older adults who want to enjoy retirement with ease. Senior independent living facilities provide a variety of convenient services and amenities.
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Ohio Living Cape May

175 Cape May Dr, Wilmington, OH 45177

Starting at$X,XXX+ monthly
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9.9
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74 reviews

I had a caring experience, kitchen helpers, nurses, aides, therapists, cleaning help, doctors, office staff and any one I missed. Thanks for making my stay a positive one! The activity director came daily to...

Provides: Assisted Living, Independent Living

Ohio living Cape May is an independent and assisted living community that is found in the charming city of Wilmington, Ohio, which sits in Clinton County. The area is filled with beautiful parks, such as Cowan Lake State park, and when someone wants to spend the day playing miniature golf they...

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Brookdale Brighton

833 East Grand River Avenue, Brighton, MI 48116

Starting at$X,XXX+ monthly
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3 Floor plans available
9.9
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106 reviews

I called and spoke to a nice person and the asked finances and my in laws needs and directed me to Brookdale Brighton and wow. Its was and is totally perfect for them. They couldnt be happier and we not to...

Provides: Independent Living
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Put more life in your senior living. The senior life here is built on two things: interesting things to do, and interesting people to do them with. As one of the premier independent living communities in the heart of beautiful Brighton, Michigan, we offer our fantastic residents a fantastic...

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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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9.9
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120 reviews

They are very clean facility. The people they are very caring and compassionate. The memory care portion is extremely secure. The food is good and they do activities with them even though most times they...

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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Arden Courts A ProMedica Memory Care Community in Susquehanna

2625 Ailanthus Lane, Harrisburg, PA 17110

Starting at$X,XXX+ monthly
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9.9
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67 reviews

We had a bumpy start at another facility due my husband’s mother’s exit-seeking behavior, which led us to Arden Courts. And thank goodness it did, becauseArden turned out to be the very best fit for her!!...

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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Atria Draper Place

25 Hopedale Street, Hopedale, MA 01747

Starting at$X,XXX+ monthly
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9.9
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72 reviews

Atria Draper not only has wonderful facilities and opportunities for our mom, but the people at Atria are great to work with. Understanding, compassionate, and responsive. We’ve been very pleased with how...

Provides: Assisted Living, Memory Care, Independent Living
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Atria Draper Place offers a relaxing senior community in the historic New England town of Hopedale. Residents enjoy taking a stroll down to the pond or quietly reading a book from the public library. A variety of lectures and entertainment provide social interaction for residents, friends and...

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McDowell Village

8300 East McDowell Road, Scottsdale, AZ 85257

Starting at$X,XXX+ monthly
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9.9
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90 reviews

We are very pleased with the quick response when [name removed] requests assistance in his apartment. The staff is friendly and professional. The food is always good and he enjoys the variety offered. The...

Provides: Assisted Living, Independent Living
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Everyone has their own perception of what living at a senior community is like. We here at McDowell Village would like to invite you in to take a look.Our apartments are second to none. They range in size from 648 to 1300 square feet, and all of the apartments feature fully-equipped kitchens,...

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Grand Villa of Delray East

14555 Sims Road, Delray Beach, FL 33484

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

During this challenging time you always hope to receive the support you need during this transition. Everyone at the Grand Villa has provided that and more. I couldn’t be happier with the staff and process...

Provides: Assisted Living, Memory Care, Independent Living
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Welcome to Grand Villa of Delray Beach East Assisted Living and Alzheimer's Residence in Delray Beach, Florida. We're glad you're here! We are excited to show you all the wonderful features and amenities of our East Delray Beach senior living community. As you explore our web site, we think...

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Willow Grove of Sherwood

9880 Brockington Rd, Sherwood, AR 72120

Starting at$X,XXX+ monthly
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9.9
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57 reviews

I showed up at Willow Grove without an appointment, asking for a tour of the facility and was warmly welcomed. Willow Grove is very clean, attractive and has a bright and pleasant feel. Residents were...

Provides: Assisted Living
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Recognized by the Wall Street Journal as one of the 10 best cities in the US, Sherwood is a quiet, hometown neighborhood with all the amenities of an active city. An abundance of parks and ponds contribute to Sherwood's natural setting, while a short 12-mile drive will bring you all the cultural...

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StoryPoint Germantown

6300 Briarcrest Ave, Germantown, TN 38120

Starting at$X,XXX+ monthly
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9.9
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20 reviews

A GREAT Activity Director [name removed]!!!! He is awesome!!! The food is subpar. Could be much better for how high the rent is! Very pretty building very inviting. My mom's room is very pretty how we set it...

Provides: Assisted Living, Memory Care
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Welcome to StoryPoint Germantown! 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 assisted living and memory care. Throughout each service level, we strive to make every...

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Atria Del Rey

8825 Baseline Road, Rancho Cucamonga, CA 91730

Starting at$X,XXX+ monthly
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9.9
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100 reviews

Being alone in my house was pretty hard without any help. Moving to Atria was the best decision I ever made. I've been living here for over two years now, and I've been very happy with all the staff who...

Provides: Assisted Living, Memory Care, Independent Living
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Atria Del Rey is a welcoming assisted living community in the foothills of the San Gabriel Mountains. Featuring views of Mt. Baldy and Red Hill Park, Atria Del Rey offers easy access to nearby freeways, restaurants and downtown Rancho Cucamonga.Residents of our pet-friendly community enjoy more...

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Best of 2026 Senior Living Awards criteria

Receive 10 or more reviews on APlaceforMom.com

Attain an overall Review Score of at least 9.5 based on review

Offer assisted living, independent living, skilled nursing, or memory care in the United States or Canada

*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 2025 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.