West Bend, Wi – Cedar Community was recently recognized nationally by U.S. News & World Report as a 2025 Best Senior Living Community, earning the distinction of Best Continuing Care Retirement Community. Cedar Community is one of only 57 communities in the nation to receive this honor. Additionally, they were recognized for Best Independent Living and Best Memory Care, adding to their existing ranking for Best Skilled Nursing Short-Term Rehabilitation.
For its 2025 Best Senior Living ratings, U.S. News analyzed more than 450,000 survey responses from residents and their family members across more than 3,800 senior living communities. The survey focused on several criteria, including resident and family members’ satisfaction with safety, care, management and staff, activities and enrichment, food, feeling like home, value, and other services and amenities.
New this year, U. S. News & World Report also highlighted communities that scored exceptionally high in specific survey categories. Cedar Community received additional accolades for:
• Assisted Living – Activities and Enrichment
• Independent Living – Management and Staff, Activities and Enrichment, Feels Like Home, Food and Dining
• Memory Care – Activities and Enrichment, Feels Like Home
“At Cedar Community, our mission as the region’s largest faith-based, nonprofit senior living organization is to deliver resident-centered care that fosters connection, purpose, and a true sense of home,” said Nicole Pretre, president and CEO of Cedar Community. “The recognition received by U. S. News & World Report reflects the unwavering dedication, compassion, and excellence our team members bring to every interaction, every day.”
The U.S. News Best Senior Living finder, https://health.usnews.com/best-senior-living features each community’s ratings on independent living, assisted living, memory care, and continuing care retirement.
About Cedar Community
Cedar Community is an award-winning provider of senior living and care services in Wisconsin, dedicated to redefining aging and creating vibrant communities where older adults can thrive. With a range of lifestyle options and personalized care services, Cedar Community offers innovative solutions designed to support seniors at every stage of their journey. From independent living to skilled nursing and memory care, the community is committed to promoting an active lifestyle, dignified care services, and purposeful living for older adults.