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At Aurora on France "Independent Living" means you rent an apartment, and included in the rent and basic package are your utilities, activities and entertainment, scheduled group transportation, and the peace of mind knowing that you have access to staff is available 24/7. You can also add on a pendant, housekeeping & laundry services, and dining services to enjoy delicious, chef-prepared meals on-site.

Our community offers a continuum of care, so as your needs change, you may choose to add on additional Assisted Living health care services. We have personal care staff in the building 24/7, and we offer a large menu of health care services, like help with medications, bathing, grooming, and more.

Cost of living does vary based on the size and style of apartment, as well as, what services you are interested in having. It is best to speak with our staff about your needs to be able to determine the cost.

Aurora on France is a senior living rental community. Our leases are month-to-month, so there are no long-term commitments. We also offer a Stay by the Day option for Assisted Living and Memory Care in Edina, where guests can stay with us for 3 to 30 days.

We offer senior housing options for 55+ independent living, assisted living, short-term-stays, and memory care as well as coordination of hospice and other care services. Our skilled nursing area has short-term rehabilitation (TCU) and long-term skilled nursing care.

Planning to move into senior living is a big choice. Here at Aurora on France we do our best to answer all your questions, give you resources, and the time you need to decide. We are here to help you make the best decision for you.

Yes, Aurora on France has in house care staff 24/7 and offers a medication management program, which may be added to an individualized service plan and varies based on regulations and need. Residents participating in our medication program may choose their own pharmacy or use the Fairview pharmacy. If a resident prefers to use an alternate pharmacy, the resident and pharmacy must comply with certain requirements

Prior to move-in, our nurses and care team will assess your current health and review your medical history to see how we can best meet your needs. They will also discuss your preferences as well as your normal routines to develop a care plan that is tailor made for you. This individualized service plan details your plan of care and is regularly updated to meet your evolving needs.

We provide continued education and training, clinical care protocols and multiple quality assurance measures to reinforce our strong standards. Aurora on France's extensive training programs have been developed throughout the years and include; classroom, online and hands-on training, as well as employee shadowing and mentoring.

TCU stands for Transitional Care Unit. It is a rehabilitation and nursing services focused facility. Most people come to our TCU after a procedure at the hospital, like a knee or hip surgery. Typically, your primary care physician and/or hospital social worker will advise you on if you will need TCU placement. Prior to your discharge from the hospital, the hospital social worker checks with us on if we have room availability, and then they will send us all necessary information about you and your care needs.

Although length of stay varies, our residents average 17 days at our TCU. During your stay, a plan of care will be established by our care team in conjunction with you and your primary care providers. Residents can expect between 1-3 hours of therapy per day, in our newly constructed therapy gym. We have physical, occupational, and speech therapy staff. Our providers round our TCU weekly and we have a full team of nurses and social services staff to accommodate you and assist with your care.

We are a 5-Star rated facility by the Centers for Medicare and Medicaid. We also been named a Best Nursing Home by U.S. News & World Report for our Short-term Rehabilitation for 2 years in a row.

Our dedicated nursing staff are here to assist you with administering your medications on time and answering any questions you may have about them. We partner with Fairview Pharmacy for our pharmacy and have couriers available daily in case there would be any changes that occur. Our kitchen features in-house chefs and made from scratch cooking, with a variety of options available to accommodate different tastes. Our dietician and dietary staff work closely to provide a nutritious meal plan that consists of 3 meals per day, in accordance with your dietary preferences. Please check our Emergency Response page or contact us for our most up to date visiting protocols.

Feel free to contact us at 952-848-8888 and ask for the Director of Social Services.

We offer short term stays at our senior living community. Here, a short-term stay (Stay by the Day) is a convenient option when planned or unforeseen circumstances occur such as an extended family vacation or recovery from an illness. Our Transitional Care Unit offers short term rehabilitation therapies and care for those who have just discharged from the hospital.

Yes! At Aurora on France Senior Living, couples can live together in their own apartment surrounded by their familiar belongings. A reduced fee for the 2nd occupant applies

In our senior living we have a nurse on-duty 7 days a week during business hours and on-call after hours. For our short-term and long-term skilled nursing care, nurses are onsite and available 24/7.

Please call our Director of Sales and Outreach at 952-848-8888 to set up a visit. During your visit, we will talk with you about your personal circumstances and how we can meet your individual needs.

In senior living, residents can choose to add on dining services for breakfast, lunch and/or dinner. We offer restaurant-style dining, and we believe choice is important. In addition to the unique entrees featured at each meal, we also offer an “always available” menu for our residents. In memory care and our skilled nursing care, we serve three meals a day. Meals can be enjoyed restaurant style, or we can provide in-room dining. Our onsite registered dietitian can provide guidance for modified diets.

Our programming and activities are designed to engage a senior’s mind, body and spirit. Our mind activities include games, discussion groups, outings, happy hour, and more! Aurora on France Senior Living offers daily programming that helps our seniors stay physically active with chair yoga, walking clubs and much more. For residents that like to get in touch with their inner spirit, we provide musical programs, classes and a variety of religious offerings. Additionally, we regularly plan fun and engaging activities outside of the community. There is always something to look forward to!

While age varies by each community, in general, our residents are in their late early to early-80’s.

Yes, you are welcome to bring your pet with you! If you are comfortable caring for your pet and they are an appropriate pet for the community setting, we would love for them to join our Aurora on France family. Guidelines apply.

This is our residents’ home, we welcome visitors and work with our families and friends to visit their loved ones at a time that works best for them. Depending on COVID-19 safety protocol, our options for visiting may be limited from time to time. Please contact us for our most up to date visiting protocols.

We work with each family to support their needs as best as we can, including accommodating urgent move-ins when possible. Residents in Assisted living and Memory Care receive a full care assessment prior to moving in, which helps our care team develop his/her Individualized Plan. In some cases, a move-in can occur in as little as a day or so.

Yes, you can bring your own furniture with you because this is your home! We encourage you to design your apartment to be as comfortable and familiar as possible.

No. Our community does not require long-term lease commitments. Our community requires a community fee upon signing the residency agreement. We also require 30 days/ one calendar month’s written notice prior to moving out of the community.