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Mankato, Minn. (August 1, 2026) – Riverstone of Mankato has been recognized by U.S. News & World Report as a 2026 Best Independent Living, Assisted Living and Memory Care 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.

“Being recognized by U.S. News & World Report is a tremendous honor for our community,” said Laura Templin, executive director of Riverstone of Mankato. “This recognition reflects the dedication, compassion and hard work of our incredible team. We are committed to creating an exceptional experience for residents and their families each day, and we are grateful to see those efforts acknowledged.”

Only the highest-rated communities in each care level earned a “Best” rating from U.S. News, reflecting the viewpoints from nearly 550,000 consumer surveys.

In addition to the primary ratings, Riverstone of Mankato was recognized for Activities & Enrichment, Feels Like Home, and Management & Staff in independent living; Caregiving and Management & Staff in assisted living; and Activities & Enrichment, Caregiving, Feels Like Home, and Food & Dining in memory care. 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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