Independent reviews · Updated 2026
Top senior living companies
Independent reviews of the operators behind the largest share of U.S. senior living communities. Care levels, cost ranges, what life at a typical campus actually looks like, and the reviewed properties in our directory.
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Atria Senior Living
Atria Senior Living provides senior living and care. Established in 1996, Atria currently operates nearly 400 communities across the US and Canada. Housing over 40,000 adults, they’re one of the largest senior living providers in the nation. If you or a loved one is looking for s
- 1996
- 400 communities
Brookdale Senior Living Solutions
- 100 communities
Discovery Senior Living
Discovery Senior Living operates one of the largest mid-tier senior living portfolios in the U.S., with 350+ communities across 38 states offering independent living, assisted living, and memory care.
- 1992
- 350+ communities across 38 states
Erickson Senior Living
Erickson Senior Living provides campus-style senior living communities across 11 states. With over 24,000 residents, many seniors turn to Erickson when they want to have a robust retirement. Erickson may be for you if you or your loved one are looking for a retirement community.
Five Star Senior Living
Five Star Senior Living provides care for seniors in 28 states, with over 140 communities, nearly 16,000 residents, and rich history of providing quality care. In 2021, they rebranded as AlerisLife, using Five Star Senior Living.
- 140 communities
Holiday by ATRIA
Holiday by ATRIA has existed since 1971. Originally named Holiday Management Company, it's one of the largest retirement companies in the US, holding over 25,000 residents across the US. It then became Holiday Retirement, and in 2021, it became Holiday by ATRIA after an acquisiti
- 1971
Life Care Services
Senior Lifestyle Corporation
Senior Lifestyle has provided senior living since 1985, with many senior living options for older adults from all budgets. They also provide several types of senior care, from an active lifestyle to memory care.
- 1985
Sonida Senior Living
- 1990
Sunrise Senior Living
Sunrise Senior Living is the 6th largest provider of senior living in the US, offering services for 40+ years. With more than 270 facilities and 30,000 residents, it has no signs of slowing down.
- 270 facilities