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Best of 2025 Senior Living Award Winners: Independent Living
Top Independent Living Communities
These are the best independent living communities of 2025, representing the top 1-2% of senior living providers nationwide based on reviews. Families and residents celebrated the friendly staff, beautiful facilities, delicious food, and engaging activities.
Solstice Senior Living at Kennewick
8264 West Grandridge Boulevard, Kennewick, WA 99336
Starting at$X,XXX+ monthly
43
43 Photos available
6
6 Floor plans available
9.9
Review Score
55 reviews
Friendly staff and people that lived there, seemed to be the most reasonable price. I have met friendly people during the time that I have spent there at least 95% of the time! My client is [age removed] and...
Most Friendly
Provides: Independent Living
See all Integral Senior Living Management Group communitiesSolstice Senior Living at Kennewick provides a fulfilling, independent lifestyle in a welcoming environment.Nestled in a beautiful, park-like setting within the scenic community of Kennewick, you'll be charmed by our views of the Columbia River. Residents love the convenience of being close to...
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StoryPoint Saline
6230 S State St, Saline, MI 48176
Starting at$X,XXX+ monthly
17
17 Photos available
9.9
Review Score
409 reviews
The staff and care team were all wonderful. They took great care of my patients and treated them with dignity. I would recommend Story Point Saline with 100% confidence to anyone looking for a place for...
Provides: Assisted Living, Memory Care, Independent Living
See all StoryPoint Group, LLC communitiesAt StoryPoint Saline, we love being a part of the greater Ann Arbor area. Our beautiful community offers independent living, enhanced living, assisted living and memory care options. We take pride in making each moment very special for each and every resident because we know that it is the small...
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Devonshire Retirement Village
101 Devonshire Dr, Lapeer, MI 48446
Starting at$X,XXX+ monthly
18
18 Photos available
9.9
Review Score
65 reviews
I looked into two places locally. I liked this one because it was smaller and seemed more personable. The staff is friendly and accommodating. I wanted a place where I could bring our dog to visit my...
Provides: Assisted Living, Memory Care, Independent Living
See all StoryPoint Group, LLC communitiesWelcome to Devonshire, a Leisure Living Community in Lapeer, Michigan, where residents share in the joys of everyday life together. Residents can relax in the pavilion on a sunny summer day or cozy up to the fireplace in the winter. Our community offers independent living, assisted living and...
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StoryPoint Gahanna
5435 Morse Rd, Gahanna, OH 43230
Starting at$X,XXX+ monthly
16
16 Photos available
9.9
Review Score
104 reviews
it's pretty pricy but I think they all are anymore. The staff, they are all so kind and caring towards my parents. And the facility is really nice, I refer To it as "the Taj mahal of Senior Living"
Provides: Assisted Living, Memory Care, Independent Living
See all StoryPoint Group, LLC communitiesWelcome to StoryPoint Gahanna! 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 service...
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StoryPoint Pickerington
611 Windmiller Dr, Pickerington, OH 43147
Starting at$X,XXX+ monthly
20
20 Photos available
9.9
Review Score
69 reviews
I've made so many great friends at this community! You can always find something great to eat in the dining room. The staff is so kind and serves you like family. The activities are great and keep us...
Best Activities
Provides: Independent Living
See all StoryPoint Group, LLC communitiesWelcome to StoryPoint Pickerington! This isn’t just a place to reside — it’s a place where our community members truly shine, and we are glad to share this experience with them. Our community offers independent living, where we strive to make every moment of every day something special. We know...
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Sunrise of Madison
215 Madison Avenue, Madison, NJ 07940
Starting at$X,XXX+ monthly
27
27 Photos available
4
4 Floor plans available
9.9
Review Score
34 reviews
The facility is beautiful and clean. The staff are always cheerful and helpful. They are friendly to residents and families. There are lots of great activities all of the time. The food choices and quality...
Best Meals and Dining
Provides: Assisted Living, Memory Care
See all Sunrise Senior Living communitiesIn elegant, residential environments, we deliver the finest in senior care, and are recognized internationally for both quality and innovation. Guided by our Principles of Service, Sunrise affords families peace-of-mind by providing today's seniors with a range of personalized assisted living...
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Magnolia Springs Bridgewater
14901 Carey Road, Carmel, IN 46033
Starting at$X,XXX+ monthly
22
22 Photos available
3
3 Floor plans available
9.9
Review Score
204 reviews
It is a joy to live at Magnolia Springs because the employees are so friendly and caring... they are kind and helpful even to each other. The dining room food & drink choices are many... tastefully...
Provides: Assisted Living, Memory Care
See all Sinceri Senior Living communities>The Magnolia Springs WayWho says moving to a senior living community means giving up your sense of independence? Magnolia Springs embraces the fact you are your own person, different, unique, one-of-a-kind—with your own lifestyle, pursuits, and hopes for the future. Even better, we celebrate...
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Keystone Villa at Fleetwood
501 Hoch Rd, Blandon, PA 19510
Starting at$X,XXX+ monthly
13
13 Photos available
4
4 Floor plans available
9.9
Review Score
96 reviews
It was my choice to live in a situation such as this. I wanted to be around people like minded. 5 Stars! The food is good, staff good. Everyone is so kind!
Provides: Assisted Living, Independent Living
See all Heritage Senior Living, LLC. communitiesThe Waterford at College Station
1103 Rock Prairie Rd, College Station, TX 77845
Starting at$X,XXX+ monthly
13
13 Photos available
3
3 Floor plans available
9.9
Review Score
111 reviews
Had the pleasure of meeting [name removed] today in the sales office. You can tell she has a passion for what she does. She took her time and spent most of the day with our family showing us around the...
Provides: Assisted Living, Memory Care
See all Sonida Senior Living communitiesDiscover Texas hospitality and friendly staff at the Waterford at College Station, offering Assisted Living and Memory Care services in College Station, Texas. Recently renovated, our community invites residents to relax and experience the very best amenities, both in our apartments and in the...
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Bishop's Commons
4 Burkle Street, Oswego, NY 13126
Starting at$X,XXX+ monthly
7
7 Photos available
9.9
Review Score
13 reviews
Bishop's Commons was fantastic! They were very attentive to my loved one's needs and made her comfortable. It is a neat facility with lots for the residents to do. They were adaptable to my loved one's...
Best Meals and Dining
Provides: Assisted Living
See all Community Wellness Partners communitiesServing the Oswego community for nearly 25 years, Bishop's Commons creates a unique combination of housing, support services and personal assistance in an environment designed to promote independence. We offer appealing opportunities for socializing and dining in larger groups, at an affordable...
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Best of 2024 Senior Living Awards criteria
*Based on reviews and ratings collected from APlaceforMom.com during the awards period, Jan. 1, 2023 to Dec. 31, 2023. U.S. and Canada only.
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What are the best independent living communities in the United States?
The best independent 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 highly rated featured communities represent the top 2-3% of independent living providers nationwide.
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