Friendship Towers – Sayre Christian Village Among Best Senior Living Communities for 2026
Lexington, KY – Friendship Towers – Sayre Christian Village has been recognized by U.S. News & World Report as a 2026 Best Assisted Living Community. This recognition highlights Friendship Towers’ ongoing commitment to providing compassionate, high-quality care for older adults in a supportive and engaging environment.
Now in its fifth year, the U.S. News & World Report Best Senior Living ratings evaluated more than 3,200 senior living communities across the United States. Communities were assessed based on key factors including resident and family satisfaction with safety, care, staff, community management, value, and overall services and amenities.
“We’re so grateful for these awards; they mean so much to us,” said Karen Venis, CEO of Sayre Christian Village. “We attribute it to the community. Whether you live here, you give here, you serve here, or you work here.”
The U.S. News Best Senior Living designation is awarded only to communities that meet rigorous, data-driven standards, incorporating feedback from hundreds of thousands of residents and family members nationwide. The highest-rated communities in each level of care earn the Best Senior Living distinction.
In addition to being named a Best Assisted Living Community, Friendship Towers received High Performing Nationwide recognitions for:
- Care Services
- Staff & Management
- Feels Like Home
These honors are awarded to communities that rank in the top 25% nationwide while also achieving strong overall ratings within their care level.
More information about Friendship Towers’ recognition can be found here:
Friendship Towers | Assisted Living in Lexington, KY | US News
“Choosing a senior living community is a significant life decision for older adults and their families,” said Ben Harder, managing editor and chief of health analysis at U.S. News & World Report. “Our Best Senior Living ratings provide a transparent, data-driven tool to help families identify high-quality care. We commend the communities that have earned this distinction, which reflects a deep commitment to resident well-being and exceptional service.”
About Sayre Christian Village
Sayre Christian Village is a nonprofit senior living community dedicated to providing quality housing, rehabilitation services, and long-term nursing care reflecting Christian compassion for everyone. As a continuing-care retirement community, Sayre Christian Village offers a range of housing and care options along with life enrichment opportunities that support residents in aging well with dignity, purpose, and connection.
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