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Independent Living

Enjoy the Freedom to be You

Independent Living at Aura

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At Aura Independent Living in Cedar Rapids, IA, continue to live life on your terms. You know what you enjoy best. Your days unfold exactly as you envision, free from maintenance or stress. Will this be the year you complete your book project, achieve your fitness goals, or organize a crafting club? Make your lifestyle uniquely yours at Aura Independent Living. 

Restaurant Dining

Grilled salmon served over a fresh quinoa salad with leafy greens, cucumber, pepitas, and colorful vegetables on a white plate.

Enjoy a variety of always-available menu options at Aura. Open 7:00 am to 7:00 pm, you can set your own agenda and enjoy the peace of mind of ordering what you want, when you want. Plus, we encourage guests to join too!

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Daily Events & Entertainment

Two senior residents and a younger man admire a framed photograph of an owl perched on a branch displayed on a gallery wall.

Independent senior living is all about enjoying the things you love. We host events seven days a week based on your preferences and frequently explore Cedar Rapids and the surrounding area. What would you like to do today?

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Culture of Service

A male staff member wearing a gray polo shirt is carefully cleaning a framed picture on a wall, holding a red bucket in one hand, in a well-lit hallway with an exit sign.

The great benefit of independent living is that you can truly enjoy life on your own terms. Leave chores and housekeeping behind and spend your days focusing on the people, passions, and experiences that bring you joy.

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Floor Plan Options

Enjoy your own private apartment while having the freedom to experience the community amenities at Aura Independent Living. Our apartments are designed with older adults in mind, ensuring easy and immediate access to all the necessities of life.

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Choose Your Own Adventure

At Aura Independent Living, you set your schedule and choose the activities you enjoy. Don’t see what you like? Let us know—there are bound to be other residents with similar interests! From education and entertainment to dining out, sports, theater, and museums—the world is your oyster, and we invite you to come choose your own adventure!

Two senior residents share a joyful moment in a garden, smiling and engaging in conversation, surrounded by lush greenery and vibrant flowers, fostering a sense of community and connection. A senior woman and four team members smile in front of Breast Cancer Awareness decorations, the team members wearing heart glasses.
A smiling woman stands in front of a large framed autumn forest painting, wearing a bright pink sweatshirt and gray pants in a warmly lit, modern room. Senior resident sitting comfortably in a lounge chair, wearing red suspenders and glasses, smiling as he reads a book, representing relaxation and intellectual engagement.

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Inclusion: where everyone belongs.

Aura Independent Living serves and employs individuals of all faiths, regardless of race, color, gender, sexual orientation, national origin, age or handicap, except as limited by state and federal law.

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