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Best of 2026 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, 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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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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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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StoryPoint Pickerington

611 Windmiller Dr, Pickerington, OH 43147

Starting at$X,XXX+ monthly
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59 Photos available
13
13 Floor plans available
10
Review Score
83 reviews

The staff always goes out of the way to make you feel welcome is the good part. I'm not sure what could be improved at the moment. I would recommend to others.

Provides: Independent Living
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Welcome to StoryPoint Pickerington! 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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Palms at Bonaventure

111 N Wells Rd, Ventura, CA 93004

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

Having my sister at The Palms give me great-peace-of-mind. The staff treats her like family member. They are attentive kinds and professional. I receive regular updates on how my sister is doing and my...

Provides: Assisted Living, Memory Care
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The Palms is beautifully designed with spacious common areas to enjoy with family and friends. Our elegant dining room serves three chef-prepared meals every day. Activities are an integral part of the lifestyle at The Palms and include arts, crafts, table games, fitness classes, and outings....

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Hearthstone Communities Macomb III

52315 Melody Drive, Macomb, MI 48042

Starting at$X,XXX+ monthly
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10
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24 reviews

Our Mom is so well taken care of by this thoughtful and caring staff who has become family to all of us. They are always welcoming, friendly and attentive. They are knowledgeable, reliable, professional,...

Provides: Care Homes
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Welcome to Hearthstone Communities Macomb III Assisted Living, Licensed Group Home where our luxury family atmosphere and qualified caregivers provide our residents compassionate care, a dignified, safe and secure living environment.Residents will enjoy the same activities and interests they...

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Huntley Springs Retirement Resort

11700 Samatha Lane, Huntley, IL 60142

Starting at$X,XXX+ monthly
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25 Photos available
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12 Floor plans available
10
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57 reviews

Huntley has many activities, the staff is very helpful and caring, the residents are very friendly. I am very happy here. They keep e everything neat and clean

Provides: Independent Living
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Huntley Springs, the luxurious Resort Lifestyle Community, is NOW OPEN! We offer all of the comforts and conveniences of modern-day living that allow you to enjoy your retirement.Huntley Spring's top-notch, all-inclusive services and amenities includes EVERYTHING you need to live in comfort and...

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Woodlawn Meadows Assisted Living and Memory Care

1821 N East St, Hastings, MI 49058

Starting at$X,XXX+ monthly
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10
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88 reviews

Super clean, great atmosphere for residents, and family. Very well ran, everyone is friendly and helpful. My mom has been very well taken care of, and hasn't been happier in a long time. She's safe, happy,...

Provides: Assisted Living, Memory Care
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Welcome to Woodlawn Meadows Assisted Living & Memory Care! 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...

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Independence Village of Oxford (Waterstone)

701 Market Street, Oxford, MI 48371

Starting at$X,XXX+ monthly
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7 Floor plans available
10
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328 reviews

I like everything about it. I was just in the hospital and couldn't wait to come back home here to IV Oxford. PT helped me get back on my feet.

Provides: Independent Living
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Welcome to Independence Village of Oxford (Waterstone)! 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...

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Brier Pointe Retirement Community

5911 McCrimmon Parkway, Morrisville, NC 27560

Starting at$X,XXX+ monthly
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10
Review Score
30 reviews

Clean environment Super helpful staff Apartment size is big yet comfortable for a one person. I enjoy seeing the residents engage in all the activities. Food is good

Provides: Independent Living
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Brier Pointe, the luxurious Resort Lifestyle Community, is currently under construction on McCrimmon Parkway in Morrisville. We look forward to opening brand new during the Summer of 2022! Brier Pointe will offer all of the comforts and conveniences of modern-day living that allow you to enjoy...

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Hearthstone Communities Macomb I

50036 Barrett, Macomb Township, MI 48044

Starting at$X,XXX+ monthly
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105 reviews

I had a wonderful experience with Hearthstone Communities. The caregivers were kind, patient, and extremely professional, always taking the time to listen to my grandma and provide her not only with...

Provides: Care Homes
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Welcome to HearthStone Communities. Assisted Living, Licensed Group Home where our family atmosphere and qualified caregivers provide our residents compassionate care, a dignified, safe and secure living environment.Residents will enjoy the same activities and interests they always have. Helping...

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The Addison of Oakleaf

417 Oakleaf Plantation Parkway, Jacksonville, FL 32222

Starting at$X,XXX+ monthly
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10
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56 reviews

The staff was generally very helpful with the move-in process and getting orientated to the facility. It’s been less than a week already, but seems to be going very well. I’m looking forward to visiting...

Provides: Assisted Living, Memory Care
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We. Are. Family. Award Winning Senior Living! National Winner-Top 50 in Aging Services by Fortune magazine. A Great Place to Work certified 3 consecutive years. Multiple Pinnacle Customer Service Awards. Call or drop by to see what makes The Addison of Oakleaf the most desired in the...

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The Windsor of Lakewood Ranch

8220 Nature's Way, Lakewood Ranch, FL 34202

Starting at$X,XXX+ monthly
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10
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68 reviews

I recommend the Windsor to others. It has been a good experience for my elderly mother. The installers did a great job, they worked efficiently and were very professional.

Provides: Assisted Living
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The Windsor is a licensed assisted living residence dedicated to providing quality services in a warm, comfortable environment. We offer professional, personalized services designed to enhance the quality of life for those we serve. At The Windsor, we are dedicated to each resident's...

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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.