{"id":1031,"date":"2016-11-15T07:37:45","date_gmt":"2016-11-15T07:37:45","guid":{"rendered":"http:\/\/template.assistinghands.com\/idaho\/fruitland\/services\/aging-in-place\/"},"modified":"2026-09-03T14:26:16","modified_gmt":"2026-09-03T14:26:16","slug":"aging-in-place","status":"publish","type":"page","link":"https:\/\/assistinghands.com\/153\/utah\/greatermurray\/services\/aging-in-place\/","title":{"rendered":"Aging In Place"},"content":{"rendered":"<p><!-- =========================================================\n     AGING IN PLACE \u2014 VIP MODERN HTML REDESIGN (v2 \u2014 exact original wording restored)\n     Paste this WHOLE block into a WordPress \"Custom HTML\" block\n     (Gutenberg) OR the Classic Editor \"Text\" tab.\n     Everything \u2014 layout + styling \u2014 is self-contained below.\n     No WPBakery, no external CSS file needed.\n     ========================================================= 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rel=\"noopener\">2024 &ldquo;Community Preference Survey&rdquo;<\/a> states that 75% of older adults want to stay in their homes, but it also acknowledges that some doubt their ability to make it happen.<\/p>\n<p>Aging in place describes the lifestyle that many clients of <a href=\"https:\/\/assistinghands.com\/153\/utah\/greatermurray\/\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener\">Assisting Hands<\/a> have decided to maintain when they decide to use our services. They prefer to stay at home, with a little help in the activities of daily living, rather than go to an Assisted Living or Nursing Home Facility. Our skilled personal assistants can provide assistance with <a href=\"https:\/\/assistinghands.com\/153\/utah\/greatermurray\/services\/meal-preparation\/\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener\">meal preparation<\/a>, help with bathing, medication reminders, laundry, and <a href=\"https:\/\/assistinghands.com\/153\/utah\/greatermurray\/services\/light-housekeeping-cleaning\/\" title=\"Light Housekeeping &amp; Cleaning\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener\">light housekeeping<\/a> &ndash; all in the comfort and privacy of their own home, making aging in place possible.<\/p>\n<\/p><\/div>\n<div class=\"aip-split-img\">\n        <img decoding=\"async\" src=\"https:\/\/assistinghands.com\/153\/wp-content\/uploads\/sites\/204\/2026\/08\/Aging-in-place-self-evaluation-e1787327416743.png\" alt=\"\">\n      <\/div><\/div>\n<\/section>\n<p>  <!-- PROS & CONS --><\/p>\n<section class=\"aip-section-tight aip-bg-soft\" >\n<div class=\"aip-center-head\">\n<h2>What Are the Pros and Cons of Aging in Place?<\/h2>\n<\/p><\/div>\n<div class=\"aip-proscons\">\n<div class=\"aip-card\">\n<div class=\"aip-badge aip-badge-pro\">\u2764\ufe0f<\/div>\n<h3>The Pro<\/h3>\n<p>The obvious pro is that people love their home and feel attached to it emotionally, as so many positive memories are tied to it. We routinely have clients who have stayed in their homes over 50 years. Aging in place allows you to keep living in a place you chose decades ago, a place you made yours and renovated, and a place that brings you joy and the comfort of familiarity.<\/p>\n<\/p><\/div>\n<div class=\"aip-card\">\n<div class=\"aip-badge aip-badge-con\">\u26a0\ufe0f<\/div>\n<h3>The Con<\/h3>\n<p>The unavoidable con is the worry that family members and loved ones develop over the years. Can you manage to live on your own&hellip; safely? The biggest worries that we have seen the most are: preventing the risk of falling in the home, ability to manage the daily household chores and tasks, ability to go to the grocery store and other appointments, ability to feed yourself a nutritious meal, remembering to take your medications, and ability to keep up with personal care.<\/p>\n<\/p><\/div><\/div>\n<p class=\"aip-quote\">We&rsquo;ve heard seniors say &ldquo;I am fine&rdquo;, only to catch a glance of their daughter&rsquo;s quizzical look.<\/p>\n<\/section>\n<p>  <!-- EVALUATE --><\/p>\n<section class=\"aip-section\" style=\"padding-top:40px;\">\n<div class=\"aip-center-head\">\n<h2>Evaluate Where You or Your Loved One Is on the Scale of These Needs<\/h2>\n<\/p><\/div>\n<div class=\"aip-evaluate\">\n<p>In truth, the worries we mentioned above are universal.<\/p>\n<p>Where are you on the scale for each of your concerns? Rate each area using the chart below.<\/p>\n<p>This page is dedicated to answering the question of <strong>how we can make it safe for seniors to stay in their home<\/strong>, or extend the time that staying home is a great option for seniors.<\/p>\n<p>We&rsquo;ll examine each area through the prism of the four main types of solutions: <a href=\"https:\/\/assistinghands.com\/153\/utah\/greatermurray\/blog\/make-your-dream-of-aging-at-home-a-reality-leveraging-agetech-to-make-it-happen\/\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener\"><strong>Home modifications<\/strong><\/a>, <a href=\"https:\/\/assistinghands.com\/153\/utah\/greatermurray\/blog\/filling-the-cup-again-planning-your-first-respite-break-for-the-daughter-whos-been-carrying-it-all-for-months\/\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener\"><strong>Caregiving services<\/strong><\/a> (whether family, friend, neighbor, or hired help), <strong>Technology<\/strong> (including &ldquo;tools&rdquo;), and <strong>Community support.<\/strong><\/p>\n<\/p><\/div>\n<\/section>\n<p>  <!-- FOUR PILLARS --><\/p>\n<section class=\"aip-pillars\">\n<div class=\"aip-center-head\">\n<h2>Four Ways We Solve for Aging in Place<\/h2>\n<\/p><\/div>\n<div class=\"aip-pillar-grid\">\n<div class=\"aip-pillar-card\">\n<div class=\"aip-pillar-num\">01<\/div>\n<h4>Home Modifications<\/h4>\n<p>Grab bars, walk-in showers, ramps, lighting \u2014 changes to the physical space that reduce risk.<\/p>\n<\/div>\n<div class=\"aip-pillar-card\">\n<div class=\"aip-pillar-num\">02<\/div>\n<h4>Caregiving Services<\/h4>\n<p>Family, friend, neighbor, or hired help providing the human touch.<\/p>\n<\/div>\n<div class=\"aip-pillar-card\">\n<div class=\"aip-pillar-num\">03<\/div>\n<h4>Technology<\/h4>\n<p>Tools and devices that extend safety, health monitoring, and independence.<\/p>\n<\/div>\n<div class=\"aip-pillar-card\">\n<div class=\"aip-pillar-num\">04<\/div>\n<h4>Community Support<\/h4>\n<p>Meals on Wheels, senior centers, rides for wellness, and local programs.<\/p>\n<\/div><\/div>\n<\/section>\n<p>  <!-- NEEDS ACCORDION --><\/p>\n<section class=\"aip-section\" style=\"padding-top:40px;\">\n<div class=\"aip-center-head\">\n<h2>Explore Each Need in Detail<\/h2>\n<\/p><\/div>\n<div class=\"aip-accordion\" style=\"margin-top:40px;\">\n<details open>\n<summary><span class=\"aip-acc-title\"><img decoding=\"async\" class=\"aip-acc-icon\" src=\"https:\/\/assistinghands.com\/153\/wp-content\/uploads\/sites\/204\/2026\/09\/stumble-1.png\" alt=\"fall icon\">Fall Risk \/ Mobility<\/span><\/summary>\n<div class=\"aip-acc-body\">\n          Is probably by far the largest risk that loved ones are concerned about.<\/p>\n<p>          <b>Home modifications<\/b>: A walk-in shower with a handheld showerhead and well-placed grab bars are two of the top home modifications that can make a difference. Watch for a next blog on this soon.<\/p>\n<p>          <b>Technology<\/b>: helps both prevent and <a href=\"https:\/\/assistinghands.com\/153\/utah\/greatermurray\/blog\/fall-prevention-what-falling-can-do-to-a-senior-what-do-to-to-prevent-it-and-how-to-bounce-back\/\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener\">alert to falls<\/a>.<\/p>\n<p>          <b>Caregiving<\/b>: adds the human touch to tools. Caregivers can physically watch for steadiness of gait, hold someone with a gait belt, help them transfer, and keep them safe.\n        <\/div>\n<\/details>\n<details>\n<summary><span class=\"aip-acc-title\"><img decoding=\"async\" class=\"aip-acc-icon\" src=\"https:\/\/assistinghands.com\/153\/wp-content\/uploads\/sites\/204\/2026\/09\/broom.png\" alt=\"cleaning icon\">Manage Household Chores<\/span><\/summary>\n<div class=\"aip-acc-body\">\n          <b>Caregiving<\/b>: There is a very large laundry (no pun intended) list of household chores that become more cumbersome as we age.<\/p>\n<ul>\n<li>Can I make my bed and change my sheets?<\/li>\n<li>Am I able to make my meal and get the nutrition I need?<\/li>\n<li>Can I clean my home?<\/li>\n<li>Do a load of laundry?<\/li>\n<li>How about putting the garbage onto the curb and bringing it back up?<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<p>          Caregivers excel at these homemaker tasks.\n        <\/p><\/div>\n<\/details>\n<details>\n<summary><span class=\"aip-acc-title\"><img decoding=\"async\" class=\"aip-acc-icon\" src=\"https:\/\/assistinghands.com\/153\/wp-content\/uploads\/sites\/204\/2026\/09\/healthy-food.png\" alt=\"healthy foods icon\">Nutrition<\/span><\/summary>\n<div class=\"aip-acc-body\">\n          <b>Caregiving<\/b>: can help prepare nutritious meals, but also monitor appetite and water intake.<\/p>\n<p>          <b>Community services<\/b>, again, can shine here for our seniors with <a href=\"https:\/\/assistinghands.com\/153\/utah\/greatermurray\/blog\/3-great-salt-county-resources-for-seniors-and-how-you-can-benefit-from-them\/\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener\">Meals on Wheels<\/a>.\n        <\/div>\n<\/details>\n<details>\n<summary><span class=\"aip-acc-title\"><img decoding=\"async\" class=\"aip-acc-icon\" src=\"https:\/\/assistinghands.com\/153\/wp-content\/uploads\/sites\/204\/2026\/09\/shower.png\" alt=\"shower head icon\">Personal Care &amp; Hygiene<\/span><\/summary>\n<div class=\"aip-acc-body\">\n          <b>Caregiving<\/b>: <a href=\"https:\/\/assistinghands.com\/153\/utah\/greatermurray\/services\/personal-care-companion-services\/\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener\"><em>personal care<\/em><\/a>, from bathing, dressing, continence, toileting, is solely the realm of caregiving. No robot has substituted the need for the human touch.\n        <\/div>\n<\/details>\n<details>\n<summary><span class=\"aip-acc-title\"><img decoding=\"async\" class=\"aip-acc-icon\" src=\"https:\/\/assistinghands.com\/153\/wp-content\/uploads\/sites\/204\/2026\/09\/medicine.png\" alt=\"pill bottle icon\">Health &amp; Medication<\/span><\/summary>\n<div class=\"aip-acc-body\">\n          <b>Home modifications<\/b> and <b>Technology<\/b>: you may need an oxygen tank and ensure that your home is safe.<\/p>\n<p>          <b>Caregiving<\/b>: <em>medication reminders<\/em> are best performed by humans. At the intersection of nutrition and health are chronic conditions such as diabetes, heart or kidney failure that may impact diet and nutrition.<\/p>\n<p>          <b>Technology<\/b>: can assist a lot with measuring blood pressure, oxygen level, blood glucose, but also heart and breathing rate or gait.<\/p>\n<p>          <b>Community services<\/b> can offer support, like the Jewish <a href=\"https:\/\/jfsutah.org\/get-help\/older-adults\/\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener\">Family Services<\/a>&rsquo; dementia support and healthy aging programs.\n        <\/div>\n<\/details>\n<details>\n<summary><span class=\"aip-acc-title\"><img decoding=\"async\" class=\"aip-acc-icon\" src=\"https:\/\/assistinghands.com\/153\/wp-content\/uploads\/sites\/204\/2026\/09\/sedan.png\" alt=\"car icon\">Transportation (store, doctor, hairdresser, church)<\/span><\/summary>\n<div class=\"aip-acc-body\">\n          With the revocation of driving privileges, or its threat, a senior will become more homebound. Yes, we can now order food online and have it delivered. But we will still need to go to a doctor&rsquo;s, or have scans done in clinics and hospitals.<\/p>\n<p>          <b>Caregiving<\/b>: caregiving by family members or professional caregivers gives seniors a safe way out.<\/p>\n<p>          <b>Technology<\/b>: can help us order food<\/p>\n<p>          <b>Community services<\/b>, such as the ones offered by the Salt Lake Co we highlighted in a previous blog, are Rides for Wellness. This service really can help seniors in a pinch.\n        <\/div>\n<\/details>\n<details>\n<summary><span class=\"aip-acc-title\"><img decoding=\"async\" class=\"aip-acc-icon\" src=\"https:\/\/assistinghands.com\/153\/wp-content\/uploads\/sites\/204\/2026\/09\/dumbbell.png\" alt=\"dumbell icon\">Exercise<\/span><\/summary>\n<div class=\"aip-acc-body\">\n          <b>Caregiving<\/b> and <b>Technology<\/b>: by and large, exercise (such as physical therapy or regular exercise) also falls in the human touch category, with &ldquo;technology&rdquo; assisting (a ball to throw and grab) so our seniors stay fit.<\/p>\n<p>          <b>Community services<\/b> shine as well, with senior centers offering a variety of classes to keep our seniors engaged.\n        <\/div>\n<\/details>\n<details>\n<summary><span class=\"aip-acc-title\"><img decoding=\"async\" class=\"aip-acc-icon\" src=\"https:\/\/assistinghands.com\/153\/wp-content\/uploads\/sites\/204\/2026\/09\/social-media.png\" alt=\"heart icon\">Socialization<\/span><\/summary>\n<div class=\"aip-acc-body\">\n          <b>Caregiving<\/b> services are outstanding at providing companionship that is so needed for each of us. But that does become particularly important in old age.<\/p>\n<p>          <b>Community services<\/b> fill a critical role as well, with our county offering a vast variety of classes, games that bring people together, and keep them engaged and connected to one another.<\/p>\n<p>          <b>Technology<\/b>: the subject of a second blog on technology will be on the intriguing and revolutionary technology that brings conversations to isolated seniors. Stay tuned.\n        <\/div>\n<\/details><\/div>\n<\/section>\n<p>  <!-- VISUAL SUMMARY --><\/p>\n<section class=\"aip-section\" style=\"padding-top:0;\">\n<div class=\"aip-summary-block\">\n<p style=\"font-size:18px;\">Here is a visual summary below.<\/p>\n<p>      <a ref=\"magnificPopup\" href=\"https:\/\/assistinghands.com\/153\/wp-content\/uploads\/sites\/204\/2026\/08\/How-to-solve-for-aging-in-place.png\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener\"><br \/>\n        <img decoding=\"async\" src=\"https:\/\/assistinghands.com\/153\/wp-content\/uploads\/sites\/204\/2026\/08\/How-to-solve-for-aging-in-place.png\" alt=\"\"><br \/>\n      <\/a>\n    <\/div>\n<\/section>\n<p>  <!-- FAQ --><\/p>\n<section class=\"aip-section-tight aip-bg-soft\">\n<div class=\"aip-center-head\">\n<h2>FAQ<\/h2>\n<\/p><\/div>\n<div class=\"aip-accordion\">\n<details>\n<summary>What Does Aging in Place Mean?<\/summary>\n<div class=\"aip-acc-body\">Aging in Place means <b>living in your own home as you age<\/b>, as opposed to relocating to a residential care setting. Living with a family member (a daughter for example) is a type of aging in place arrangement.<\/div>\n<\/details>\n<details>\n<summary>What Percentage of Seniors Want to Age in Place?<\/summary>\n<div class=\"aip-acc-body\">When asked, the vast majority of seniors want to age in their own home. The AARP 2024 &ldquo;Community Preference Survey&rdquo; states that 75% of older adults want to stay in their homes.<\/div>\n<\/details>\n<details>\n<summary>Is Aging in Place Better Than Assisted Living?<\/summary>\n<div class=\"aip-acc-body\">Both living at home and living in an assisted living community have pros and cons, and it will be up to you to determine which is best for you.<\/div>\n<\/details>\n<details>\n<summary>What Are the Disadvantages of Aging in Place?<\/summary>\n<div class=\"aip-acc-body\">Aging in place will likely require home modifications as your home may not be designed to minimize the risk of untimely falls. If you do not plan well, you may also lose out on the company of others.<\/div>\n<\/details>\n<details>\n<summary>How to Factor in Costs in Your Decision-Making?<\/summary>\n<div class=\"aip-acc-body\">\n<p style=\"margin:0 0 12px;\">You may wonder: Is aging in place cheaper than assisted living? What is more expensive, home care or nursing home? What is the least expensive type of long-term care?<\/p>\n<p style=\"margin:0 0 12px;\">Overall, long-term care, ie the care related to aging, is not covered by insurance or Medicare. By and large, it is a private expense where you choose assisted living or to stay at home.<\/p>\n<p style=\"margin:0 0 6px;\">Regardless of what you decide to do, examining one&rsquo;s finances critically is essential: you may need to seek financial advice as everyone&rsquo;s situation is unique. Below are a few questions to get answers to:<\/p>\n<ul>\n<li>If money were no object, what would be your preference?<\/li>\n<li>Do you own your home and would you have to sell it if you went to a retirement home? Do you currently rent? Are you currently on Medicaid?<\/li>\n<li>What are your total assets?<\/li>\n<li>What is your monthly income? What would it realistically cover?<\/li>\n<li>Do you have a spouse whose situation you have to factor in and whose needs may be different from yours?<\/li>\n<li>Do you have a support network?<\/li>\n<li>How much home care do you need to stay at home safely, and what type of care would you need in a facility?<\/li>\n<\/ul><\/div>\n<\/details><\/div>\n<\/section>\n<p>  <!-- CTA BAND --><\/p>\n<section class=\"aip-section-tight\" style=\"padding-top:0;\">\n<div class=\"aip-cta\" style=\"background: linear-gradient(135deg, #037ebb 0%, #025f8f 100%) !important;border-radius: 28px;padding: 40px 40px;\">\n<div class=\"aip-cta-grid\">\n<div>\n<h2>Ready to Make Aging in Place in Murray, UT a Safe Reality?<\/h2>\n<p>Whether you&#8217;re exploring aging in place home modifications in Murray, UT or looking for a trusted senior caregiver in Murray, UT, <a href=\"https:\/\/assistinghands.com\/153\/utah\/greatermurray\/\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener\">Assisting Hands<\/a> is here to help. <a href=\"https:\/\/assistinghands.com\/153\/utah\/greatermurray\/meet-the-team\/\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener\">Our team<\/a> provides compassionate in-home care for seniors in Murray, UT&mdash;from meal preparation and personal care to medication reminders and companionship&mdash;all in the comfort of home. Connect with an aging in place specialist in Murray, UT today and find the right support for your loved one. You can start working with Assisting Hands Home Care by following these simple steps:<\/p>\n<\/p><\/div>\n<div class=\"aip-steps\">\n<div class=\"aip-step\"><span class=\"aip-step-num\">1<\/span><span><a href=\"https:\/\/assistinghands.com\/153\/utah\/greatermurray\/contact-us\/\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener\" style=\"color:#fff;text-decoration:underline;\">Reach out<\/a> for a free consultation.<\/span><\/div>\n<div class=\"aip-step\"><span class=\"aip-step-num\">2<\/span><span>Meet with our <a href=\"https:\/\/assistinghands.com\/153\/utah\/greatermurray\/meet-the-team\/\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener\" style=\"color:#fff;text-decoration:underline;\">caring team<\/a>.<\/span><\/div>\n<div class=\"aip-step\"><span class=\"aip-step-num\">3<\/span><span>Help your loved one age in place safely at home.<\/span><\/div><\/div><\/div><\/div>\n<\/section>\n<p>  <!-- OTHER SERVICES --><\/p>\n<section class=\"aip-section\" style=\"padding-top:0;\">\n<div class=\"aip-center-head\">\n<h2>Other Services Offered with Assisting Hands Home Care<\/h2>\n<\/p><\/div>\n<div class=\"aip-services-card\">\n<p>Assisting Hands Home Care in Greater Murray, we offer other forms of support in addition to <a href=\"https:\/\/assistinghands.com\/153\/utah\/greatermurray\/services\/aging-in-place\/\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener\">aging in place<\/a>. We also provide a full range of professional, compassionate in-home care services designed to help seniors live with greater comfort, safety, and peace of mind in the place they call home.<\/p>\n<p>Services we offer include <a href=\"https:\/\/assistinghands.com\/153\/utah\/greatermurray\/services\/full-list-of-services\/\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener\">respite care services<\/a>, <a href=\"https:\/\/assistinghands.com\/153\/utah\/greatermurray\/services\/fall-prevention\/\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener\">Fall Prevention<\/a>, <a href=\"https:\/\/assistinghands.com\/153\/utah\/greatermurray\/services\/parkinsons-care\/\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener\">Parkinson&rsquo;s Home Care<\/a>, <a href=\"https:\/\/assistinghands.com\/153\/utah\/greatermurray\/services\/stroke-care\/\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener\">Stroke Recovery Home Care<\/a>, and <a href=\"https:\/\/assistinghands.com\/153\/utah\/greatermurray\/services\/orthopedic-care\/\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener\">Orthopedic Home Care Services<\/a>. We also provide <a href=\"https:\/\/assistinghands.com\/153\/utah\/greatermurray\/services\/alzheimers-and-dementia-care\/\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener\">Alzheimer&rsquo;s and Dementia care<\/a>, <a href=\"https:\/\/assistinghands.com\/153\/utah\/greatermurray\/services\/personal-care-companion-services\/\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener\">Personal Care &amp; Grooming<\/a>, <a href=\"https:\/\/assistinghands.com\/153\/utah\/greatermurray\/services\/meal-preparation\/\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener\">Meal Preparation<\/a>, <a href=\"https:\/\/assistinghands.com\/153\/utah\/greatermurray\/services\/light-housekeeping-cleaning\/\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener\">Light Housekeeping<\/a>, and <a href=\"https:\/\/assistinghands.com\/153\/utah\/greatermurray\/services\/grocery-shopping-errands\/\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener\">Grocery Shopping &amp; Errands<\/a> to support the day-to-day needs of seniors.<\/p>\n<p>Additionally, we also offer <a href=\"https:\/\/assistinghands.com\/153\/utah\/greatermurray\/services\/transitional-care\/\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener\">Transitional Care<\/a>, <a href=\"https:\/\/assistinghands.com\/153\/utah\/greatermurray\/services\/hospice-care\/\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener\">Hospice Support Services<\/a>, and <a href=\"https:\/\/assistinghands.com\/153\/utah\/greatermurray\/services\/coordination-of-care\/\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener\">Coordination of Care<\/a> services, which can also provide support. We also proudly serve Veterans through our <a href=\"https:\/\/assistinghands.com\/153\/utah\/greatermurray\/services\/veteransaidattendance\/\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener\">Veterans Aid &amp; Assistance<\/a> program and offer <a href=\"https:\/\/assistinghands.com\/153\/utah\/greatermurray\/services\/companionship\/\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener\">Companionship<\/a> services as well. Whatever your family&rsquo;s needs look like, Assisting Hands is here to help. Explore our full <a href=\"https:\/\/assistinghands.com\/153\/utah\/greatermurray\/services\/\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\n\"noopener\">list of services<\/a> or <a href=\"https:\/\/assistinghands.com\/153\/utah\/greatermurray\/contact-us\/\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener\">contact us<\/a> today for support!<\/p>\n<\/p><\/div>\n<\/section>\n<\/div>\n","protected":false},"excerpt":{"rendered":"<p>What Is Aging in Place and How Do Seniors Feel About It? 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