The Hawthorne Review
The Gold Standard in
Residential Senior Living
We conduct rigorous, objective institutional audits of premier senior residences to analyze environmental hospitality, operational standards, and administrative execution. Rather than relying on static marketing claims, we engage directly with community leadership via live, comprehensive visual evaluations. If a community achieves a score of 90% or higher across our six elite assessment pillars, they earn a verified placement in our registry.
When your parents live here, you won't feel guilty... But you might feel jealous.
Only properties that exceed our 90% or higher passing grade are awarded the Hawthorne Review Crown Of Distinction. When you see our awards presented at a facility, you are great hands.
We audit every community against an uncompromising baseline of safety, and care.
Quality of Care
We look at the quality of care residents receive every day, including staffing levels, how staff interact with residents, and whether care is personalized. We also evaluate whether the community provides the right level of support, whether that's Independent Living, Assisted Living, Memory Care, Skilled Nursing, or other specialized services.
Daily Life
A great senior living community should feel comfortable, welcoming, and well cared for. We review the quality of meals, cleanliness and maintenance, amenities, and the variety of activities and events available to residents.
Community & Connection
Staying socially connected is an important part of healthy aging. We look for communities that encourage friendships, offer meaningful activities, and make it easy for residents to stay connected with family and friends.
Safety & Trust
Families deserve peace of mind. We verify that communities have strong hiring and background screening practices, appropriate safety and security measures, clear communication with families, and policies that help protect the dignity and well-being of every resident.
Independence & Choice
The best communities help residents remain as independent as possible. We look for flexible daily routines, choices in meals and activities, reasonable visiting policies, and opportunities for residents to have a voice in their community.
