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8 Best Independent Living Communities in Aurora, SD
If you’re looking for independent living in the Aurora area, our local senior living advisors can help you each step of the way. From affordable independent living for seniors to luxury options, we’ll work with you to understand the cost of independent living in Aurora. From there, we’ll show you the best independent living communities for your lifestyle, interests, and budget.
Discover unique independent living amenities, social activities, dining, and more independent living benefits. With 8 independent living facilities in Aurora, A Place for Mom makes it easier to find your new, maintenance-free home.
We are also serving Assisted Living facilities in surrounding neighborhoods like Brookings, Hendricks and Astoria.
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When my step father was at home he was not one to do much of anything he rarely ever left the house. But since he has been here he is participating most in the afternoon activities which is amazing. He has...
Provides: Assisted Living, Memory Care
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Assisted Living: Assisted living facilities offer housing and care for active seniors who may need support with activities of daily living, like bathing, dressing, and medication management.
Memory Care: Memory care facilities provide housing, care, and therapies for seniors who have Alzheimer’s disease or other forms of dementia in an environment designed to reduce confusion and prevent wandering.
Welcome to Edgewood Vista in Brookings! Enjoy just the right level of care in Edgewood's warm, home-like Assisted Living and Memory Care community in Brookings. It is the ideal combination of living spaces, care and amenities to promote residents' health and well-being. Assisted Living: Help...
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I have been gaining weight since moving into StoneyBrook. Look forward to all the meals, but esp the pizza and ice cream meals. My rating on activities is a little lower because I am blind and cannot...
Provides: Assisted Living
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Assisted Living: Assisted living facilities offer housing and care for active seniors who may need support with activities of daily living, like bathing, dressing, and medication management.
Provides: Independent Living
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Independent Living: Independent living facilities offer convenient, hassle-free living in a social environment for seniors who are active, healthy, and able to live on their own.
Provides: Independent Living
Care types provided by this community
Independent Living: Independent living facilities offer convenient, hassle-free living in a social environment for seniors who are active, healthy, and able to live on their own.
Provides: Assisted Living
Care types provided by this community
Assisted Living: Assisted living facilities offer housing and care for active seniors who may need support with activities of daily living, like bathing, dressing, and medication management.
Provides: Independent Living
Care types provided by this community
Independent Living: Independent living facilities offer convenient, hassle-free living in a social environment for seniors who are active, healthy, and able to live on their own.
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Cost of independent living in Aurora, SD
The average cost of senior living in Aurora is $3,846 per month. Cheaper nearby regions include Trent, SD with an average of $2,565 per month.
Average monthly cost of Independent Living in Aurora, SD vs. nearby cities
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Average monthly cost of Independent Living in Aurora, SD vs. the state and national average
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Average monthly cost of Independent Living in Aurora vs. other types of senior living
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Median monthly costs of Independent Living in Aurora, SD by room type
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What families are saying about independent living in Aurora
Recent reviews for independent living in Aurora
Edgewood Brookings
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My mom's husband has only been there a short time, but so far the care and concern they show to both him and my mom as the caregiver has been exceptional. I would recommend Edgewood Vista memory care unit to families needing this service.
Aurora independent living services and amenities
These charts highlight some of the many care, dining, and entertainment offerings available in Aurora independent living communities. They don’t represent all possible services and amenities available at assisted living communities in Aurora, but support comparisons against nationwide offerings. Our Senior Living Advisors can help you find communities that fit your preferences.
Availability of select dietary accommodations in Aurora independent living
Independent living communities help seniors maintain a balanced diet by accommodating their health needs, allergies, and other restrictions. Below you’ll find the percentage of Aurora partners making specific dietary accommodations for seniors compared to the percentage of assisted living partners making those accommodations nationally.
Aurora, SDNational
Nutritionist / dietician
Nutritionist / dietician
33.3%
20%
Low / no sodium
Low / no sodium
33.3%
33.4%
No sugar
No sugar
16.7%
30.9%
Vegetarian
Vegetarian
16.7%
32.8%
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Availability of select dining options in Aurora independent living
Our independent living communities know that seniors want top-quality meals and options for how they dine. The chart below indicates the percentage of Aurora communities that offer dining options to their discerning residents compared to our partners nationally.
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Restaurant style dining
Restaurant style dining
16.7%
42.6%
Room service
Room service
16.7%
36.1%
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Availability of select programs and activities in Aurora independent living
Senior living communities offer a variety of programming to keep seniors socially, mentally, and physically vibrant. The chart below shows what percentage of partnered independent living communities in Aurora offer the selected activities, amenities, and programs compared to the percentage of partners nationwide.
Aurora, SDNational
Activity director
Activity director
33.3%
44.4%
Pet-focused programs
Pet-focused programs
16.7%
27.7%
Community service programs
Community service programs
33.3%
32.1%
Devotional activities on-site
Devotional activities on-site
33.3%
48.3%
Parties / BBQs / happy hour
Parties / BBQs / happy hour
33.3%
48.9%
Outings / off-site activities
Outings / off-site activities
33.3%
53.9%
Piano or organ
Piano or organ
33.3%
42.2%
Arts and crafts center
Arts and crafts center
16.7%
36.9%
Educational speakers / life long learning
Educational speakers / life long learning
33.3%
40.8%
Clubs / games / karaoke
Clubs / games / karaoke
33.3%
46.6%
Live performances
Live performances
33.3%
46.3%
Fitness center
Fitness center
16.7%
38.9%
Fitness classes
Fitness classes
33.3%
46.1%
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Frequently Asked Questions
Edgewood Brookings, StoneyBrook Suites Brookings and Yorkshire Apartments are the top-rated independent living facilities near Aurora, South Dakota. See full list of communities.
There are 8 independent living facilities near Aurora, South Dakota. See the full list.
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