The Village at Unity & The Hamlet Named Best Independent Living and Best Assisted Living by U.S. News & World Report

Apr 16, Alissa Sauer

For decades, U.S. News and World Report rankings have been a trusted source for consumers in identifying the best hospitals, mutual funds, cars, colleges, nursing homes, and more. For the third consecutive year, U.S. News and World Report has identified the best independent living, assisted living, and memory care communities.

We are proud to have been named among Best Independent Living and Best Assisted Living. Take a closer look at the methodology of the rankings and see how we stacked up!

U.S. News and World Report Best Senior Living Awards

Finding high-quality senior living is becoming increasingly important as today’s older adults continue to redefine retirement. Today’s senior living communities are vibrant places where seniors are empowered and free to design their days in meaningful and purpose-driven ways. As homeownership becomes increasingly burdensome, more seniors and their families are seeking trusted senior living communities that can provide care that protects their privacy and promotes dignity.

“U.S. News provides in-depth information on multiple community types to help potential residents and their families find, in consultation with their doctors as needed, the best place to help meet their needs,” said Zach Adams, senior health data engineer at U.S. News. “Communities that are highly rated excel in making residents feel safe, well cared for, and highly satisfied by the services provided.”

In recognition of the evolution of retirement and senior living and to identify those communities excelling in meeting the needs of today’s older adults, U.S. News and World Report launched their inaugural senior living ratings two years ago. For this year’s awards, consumer satisfaction surveys were given between March 2023 and February 2024, reflecting the viewpoints of more than 200,000 residents in approximately 4,000 senior living communities nationwide. Data points included in the survey included a range of important senior living topics, including,

• The kindness of the staff
• Variety of activities
• Quality of food
• Overall dining experience
• Local transportation services
• Quality of on-site caregiving

The Village at Unity & The Hamlet Exceeds Expectations

Respondents who took the survey on behalf of The Village at Unity Independent Living said,

“This has been an excellent experience residing here, and friendships made are golden.”

“My spouse and I have lived here for eight years. We are content; we feel at home and safe.”

“The staff are warm and caring and work very hard to ensure that there are things to do most of the time. There is little that I can complain about at all. The communication between the rooms and the front desk is quite good.”

“The beautiful, clean facility is great. The staff, and how they all treat the residents with respect and provide loving care to our loved ones, is wonderful.” The daily activities and how they support and involve the residents are truly amazing!”

Respondents who took the survey on behalf of The Hamlet Assisted Living and Memory Care said,

“I am so impressed with the staff and management’s treatment of the residents like family. They are all so caring and involved.”

“The Hamlet and Opal Memory Care [have] exceeded our expectations. The facility is beautiful and clean. The staff are excellent and caring and treat the residents like family. They provide so many activities, and the food is great! Thank you to all at Hamlet/Opal for everything you do daily to care for our loved ones!”

“We have waited to come here ever since it was built! We’re glad we did!”

“All the people, employees, staff, everyone are wonderful. Each of them goes beyond what is necessary to care for us. We feel welcome and appreciated.”

“Food is top-notch; the quality and choices are both A+.”

We invite you to experience the difference at The Village at Unity & The Hamlet! Come see firsthand why we’ve been recognized as Best Independent Living and Best Assisted Living by US News and World Report. Contact us today to schedule a tour!