We're thrilled to announce that nineteen of our communities have been recognized among the Best Senior Living ratings in America for 2026 by U.S. News & World Report!
This honor is especially meaningful because it's driven by nearly 450,000 in‑depth survey responses from residents and their families. Out of more than 30,000 senior living communities nationwide, fewer than 2,000 earned any distinction this year, making this achievement truly exceptional.
The ratings highlight what matters most in senior living: safety, quality of care, strong leadership, engaged and compassionate staff, exceptional dining, and meaningful opportunities for connection. For over three decades, U.S. News has helped families navigate senior living with confidence.
This honor shines a light on the incredible work our associates do every day. Their energy, care, and unwavering commitment to our residents create the communities we're so proud of, and what makes achievements like this possible.
Discover what makes our award‑winning communities stand out below:
Best Assisted Living
Commonwealth Senior Living at Hillsville
Commonwealth Senior Living at Farnham
Commonwealth Senior Living at Christiansburg
Commonwealth Senior Living at Gloucester House
Commonwealth Senior Living at Cedar Bluff
Commonwealth Senior Living at the Eastern Shore
Best Independent Living
Commonwealth Senior Living at the Eastern Shore
Commonwealth Senior Living at Stratford House
Best Memory Care
Commonwealth Senior Living at North Byron
Commonwealth Senior Living at Farnham
Commonwealth Senior Living at Cedar Manor
Commonwealth Senior Living at Cedar Bluff
Commonwealth Senior Living at Salisbury
Commonwealth Senior Living at the Eastern Shore
High Performing Assisted Living - Activities & Enrichment
Commonwealth Senior Living at East Paris
Commonwealth Senior Living at Stratford House
High Performing Assisted Living - Feels Like Home
Commonwealth Senior Living at Stratford House
High Performing Independent Living - Activities & Enrichment
Commonwealth Senior Living at East Paris
Commonwealth Senior Living at Stratford House
Commonwealth Senior Living at the Eastern Shore
High Performing Independent Living - Feels Like Home
Commonwealth Senior Living at Stratford House
High Performing Memory Care - Activities & Enrichment
Commonwealth Senior Living at Radford
Commonwealth Senior Living at Churchland House
Commonwealth Senior Living at Leigh Hall
Commonwealth Senior Living at North Byron
Commonwealth Senior Living at Farnham
Commonwealth Senior Living at Cedar Bluff
High Performing Memory Care - Caregiving
Commonwealth Senior Living at North Byron
Commonwealth Senior Living at Farnham
Commonwealth Senior Living at Cedar Manor
High Performing Memory Care - Feels Like Home
Commonwealth Senior Living at Grand Rapids
Commonwealth Senior Living at Cedar Manor
Commonwealth Senior Living at Cedar Bluff
High Performing Memory Care - Food & Dining
Commonwealth Senior Living at the Ballentine
Commonwealth Senior Living at Cedar Manor
Commonwealth Senior Living at Chesterfield
Commonwealth Senior Living at Salisbury
We invite you to meet our team and residents to discover the Commonwealth Difference.
The Best Senior Living ratings are annual evaluations by U.S. News & World Report that recognize senior living communities across the country for excellence in areas such as safety, quality of care, dining, enrichment, and overall resident satisfaction. The ratings are based on nearly 450,000 survey responses from residents and their families.
Out of more than 30,000 senior living communities nationwide, fewer than 2,000 earn any distinction each year. This makes the recognition especially meaningful and competitive.
You can visit the “Explore Communities” section linked in the blog to find details, photos, amenities, and contact information for each location.