Sequoia Living Communities Recognized by U.S. News & World Report for 2026

Sequoia Living is proud to announce that three of our Continuing Care Retirement Communities (CCRCs), also known as Life Plan Communities, have been recognized by U.S. News & World Report for 2026.

Our award-winning communities are in rare company. Of the more than 30,000 senior living communities across the United States, fewer than 2,000 earned any type of U.S. News award this year.

According to reporting by McKnight’s Senior Living, this year’s recognition is based on extensive feedback from residents and families, gathered from hundreds of thousands of surveys nationwide. The results reflect what matters to them most in daily life, including team responsiveness, dining quality, opportunities for social connection, and the overall experience of community living. Only those communities receiving the highest feedback across these areas were named “Best,” with distinctions awarded based on performance rather than rank.

The recognitions reflect the experiences of residents and families, highlighting excellence in care, connection, and everyday living.

Awards: Best Assisted Living, Best Continuing Care Retirement Community

Set in the heart of Marin County, in Greenbrae off Via Casitas, with sweeping panoramic views and close access to nature, The Tamalpais Marin is known for its welcoming culture and strong sense of connection.

Residents experience a lifestyle that blends independence with thoughtful support, where friendships, engaging life enrichment programs, and time spent outdoors all play a role in daily life. Their recognition as “Best Assisted Living” and “Best Continuing Care Retirement Community” reflects an environment where belonging comes naturally, support is felt, and neighbors become friends, creating a shared sense of meaning. 

Awards: Best Assisted Living, Best Continuing Care Retirement Community

Accolades: Assisted Living, Caregiving, Feels Like Home, Food and Dining

Located on a 42-acre campus in San Mateo County, just west of Stanford University and bordering Windy Hill Preserve, The Sequoias Portola Valley offers a setting where nature, wellness, and community come together in a meaningful way.

Residents enjoy the ease of single-level living in elegant homes, with private patios and personal gardens, all set within beautifully landscaped grounds. With direct access to more than 1,200 acres of open space and hiking trails, the connection to the outdoors is part of daily life.

Alongside this natural setting, residents enjoy thoughtful amenities, a dining program that consistently earns high marks, and a supportive approach that evolves with them over time. The multiple accolades reflect what residents value most: a place that feels like home, with enriching relationships and a lifestyle that continues to grow alongside them.

Awards: Best Memory Care
Accolades: Activities and Enrichment

Viamonte at Walnut Creek offers a vibrant, modern community designed for those who want to stay connected to what matters most. Set in a walkable neighborhood with shops, dining, and Mount Diablo as a backdrop, it brings together the energy of city living with the ease of a thoughtfully designed environment.

With nearly 200 architecturally distinctive residences, Viamonte sits at the intersection of nature and culture, offering a lifestyle that feels both dynamic and approachable. Recognized for its tech-forward approach to senior living, the community supports a more connected, convenient way of life that evolves with each resident.

Its Memory Care program is recognized for creating meaningful, personalized experiences through engaging activities and attentive support. Residents benefit from a setting that prioritizes dignity, purpose, and continued engagement, supported by a team that understands how to balance care with quality of life.

Additionally, The Sequoias San Francisco has been named one of America’s Best Continuing Care Retirement Communities for 2026 by Newsweek and Statista, further supporting Sequoia Living’s commitment to excellence across its communities.

Together, these recognitions reflect Sequoia Living’s mission to provide homes and services that support healthy, joyful aging for all.

To learn more about community living at one of our four Life Plan Communities in the Bay Area, and hear directly from our happy residents, visit our Never Stop Growing campaign page.