Celebration Villa of Nittany Valley Named Best Assisted Living

U.S. News & World Report Names Celebration Villa of Nittany Valley Among Best Senior Living Communities for 2026

−Celebration Villa of Nittany Valley has been recognized by U.S. News & World Report as a 2026 Best Assisted Living Community.

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.

“Earning Best in Assisted Living from U.S. News & World Report is a meaningful honor for our community. At Celebration Villa of Nittany Valley, we are dedicated to providing compassionate care while creating a vibrant, supportive environment where residents feel connected and at home each day. This recognition reflects the commitment of our team and the engaging lifestyle we strive to provide,” said Ashley Moore, Executive Director of Celebration Villa of Nittany Valley.

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.

“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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Celebration Villa's Memory Care unit has the most kind, compassionate, and caring staff. The cleanliness ...
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Denny Brungart
Celebration Villa's Memory Care unit has the most kind, compassionate, and caring staff. The cleanliness of the community is top notch. If a placement is needed, one can only hope there is an opening at the Villa.
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Very welcoming community! Dinning staff are very accommodating to resident preferences. Nursing staff are super ...
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Rena Dysinger
Very welcoming community! Dinning staff are very accommodating to resident preferences. Nursing staff are super responsive to individual care needs. Housekeeping staff are thorough and adapt to resident requests. Reception staff are polite and helpful. Be sure to check the Activities Calendar daily for socials, events, movies, & more.
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Melissa Bartoles
Celebration Villa of Nittany Valley is a beautiful community. The leadership team and care staff are amazing. Memory Care staff goes above and beyond to care for your loved one. Amy is the sales director and will help your family transition your loved ones.
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Celebration Villa offers a safe, pleasant and “just like home ” environment for your...
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Jacqueline Mayers
Celebration Villa offers a safe, pleasant and “just like home” environment for your loved one. From their caring and helpful staff, healthy and delicious meals, variety of activities and entertainment, and quality of medical care I would highly recommend them to anyone seeking care for their family member.
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Celebration Villa of Nittany Valley is a beautiful community! There are many different rooms that ...
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Debra Glenny
Celebration Villa of Nittany Valley is a beautiful community! There are many different rooms that you can bring your family in to visit with your loved ones. All the staff are very caring and treats your loved one like their own family.
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A safe, dedicated, and beautiful new home for your loved one. The enhanced personal care ...
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Megan Gutshall
A safe, dedicated, and beautiful new home for your loved one. The enhanced personal care and memory care services really set them apart from other communities in the area. Highly recommend them to anyone!
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