U.S. News & World Report Names The Cortland Riverside Gardens Among Best Senior Living Communities for 2026
The Cortland Riverside Gardens has been recognized by U.S. News & World Report as a 2026 Best Senior Living Community for its excellence in Assisted Living – Activities & Enrichment.
Now in its fifth year, the 2026 Best Senior Living ratings from U.S. News evaluated more than 3,000 communities across the United States. Communities were assessed on several key criteria, including resident and family member satisfaction with safety, care, community management, staff, value and other essential services and amenities.
“Being recognized for our Activities & Enrichment programming is a meaningful honor for our team. At Cortland Riverside Gardens, we are dedicated to creating engaging opportunities that keep residents active, connected and fulfilled each day. This recognition reflects our commitment to enhancing the resident experience and fostering a vibrant community,” said Tarita Dooley, Executive Director of Cortland Riverside Gardens.
U.S. News awards the designation of Best Senior Living only to those communities that meet its objective, data-driven standards, reflecting the feedback of hundreds of thousands of consumers nationwide. The highest-rated communities in each care level earned a Best Senior Living rating.
These accolades are awarded only to communities that scored in the top 25% of evaluated communities nationwide for Caregiving, Activities & Enrichment, Management & Staff, Food and “Feels Like Home.”
“Choosing a senior living community is a significant life decision for older adults and their families. U.S. News’ Best Senior Living ratings provide a transparent, data-driven tool to help families identify the highest-quality care available,” said Ben Harder, managing editor and chief of health analysis at U.S. News. “We commend the communities that have earned this distinction, which reflects a deep commitment to resident well-being and exceptional service.”
While the Best Senior Living ratings offer a starting point for families, U.S. News encourages prospective residents, when appropriate, to consult with their health care providers or care teams to ensure a community’s specific services align with their individual clinical and wellness needs.
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