EPOCH Senior Living is pleased to share that 11 of its senior living communities have been recognized in the 2026 U.S. News & World Report ratings, with 10 communities earning a place on the publication’s Best Senior Living list.
The recognized communities include:
Waterstone on High Ridge
Named Best Independent Living and Best Assisted Living. Also received recognition for high performance in Independent Living Activities & Enrichment, Independent Living Food & Dining, and Memory Care Activities & Enrichment.
Waterstone at Wellesley
Named Best Independent Living and Best Assisted Living. Also received recognition for high performance in Independent Living Management & Staff, Independent Living Activities & Enrichment, Independent Living Food & Dining, Assisted Living Management & Staff, Assisted Living Caregiving, and Assisted Living Food & Dining.
Waterstone of Lexington
Named Best Independent Living and Best Assisted Living.
Waterstone at the Circle
Received a Silver Emblem for Independent Living Food & Dining.
Bridges by EPOCH at Hingham
Named Best Memory Care. Also received recognition for high performance in Food & Dining, Management & Staff, Caregiving, and Feels Like Home.
Bridges by EPOCH at Lexington
Named Best Memory Care.
Bridges by EPOCH at Mashpee
Named Best Memory Care. Also received recognition for high performance in Food & Dining and Activities & Enrichment.
Bridges by EPOCH at Pembroke
Named Best Memory Care. Also received recognition for high performance in Caregiving and Feels Like Home.
Bridges by EPOCH at Sudbury
Named Best Memory Care. Also received recognition for high performance in Food & Dining, Activities & Enrichment, and Feels Like Home.
Bridges by EPOCH at Trumbull
Named Best Memory Care. Also received recognition for high performance in Activities & Enrichment, Feels Like Home, and Food & Dining.
Bridges by EPOCH at Westford
Named Best Memory Care.
This recognition is especially meaningful because it is based in large part on feedback from residents and their families. Their experiences and perspectives reflect the quality of care and service provided across EPOCH communities.
High performance recognition puts those communities in the top 25% of communities nationwide for those respective categories.
“We are honored to once again be recognized by U.S. News & World Report. These awards reflect the dedication of our team members and their continued commitment to providing compassionate care, engaging programs, and exceptional service to residents and families every day.”
Laurie Gerber, Chairperson of EPOCH Senior Living
For the 2026 edition, U.S. News evaluated more than 3,000 senior living communities nationwide. Ratings were informed by resident and family surveys, as well as input from industry experts. In 2025, U.S. News reviewed 1,506 survey responses from residents and family members across 16 EPOCH Senior Living communities.
Now in its fifth year, the U.S. News Best Senior Living ratings are designed to help older adults and families make informed decisions when choosing a senior living community.
To view the full list of EPOCH Senior Living honorees and reviews, visit the U.S. News & World Report website.