Originally presented May 19, 2026
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Caregivers give so much—often at the expense of their own well-being. Learn simple, realistic self-care strategies to stay healthy, energized, and balanced.
Presenter
Michelle Magner, CDP, MBA, Founder, creator, and owner of Inspired Caring
When not on the trail walking her dogs, Michele Magner is a passionate advocate for families navigating the complexities of aging and caregiving. Drawing from her personal experience as a family caregiver and her extensive background in the senior living industry, she brings both empathy and expertise to the work she does every day. Michele is dedicated to helping individuals and families move through the caregiving journey with greater clarity, confidence, and connection - so they can thrive, not just survive, in this one big, beautiful, and often complicated life. She holds an MBA and a Master’s Certification in Gerontology and is currently pursuing her Ph.D. in Gerontology. She thinks it will be cool to say she has a Ph.D. in Denial. Michele is a Certified Life Coach, Certified Dementia Practitioner , and Certified Conscious Aging Facilitator. She also serves as an Adjunct Professor at Creighton University, where she teaches Long-Term Care Administration and created the game Grannyland. Michele is actively involved in advancing the well-being of older adults and their families. She serves on the Board of Directors for the Alzheimer’s Association Nebraska Chapter and supports the Dreamweaver Foundation in granting meaningful wishes for individuals in senior living communities. As the founder of Inspired Caring, Michele shares fresh insights, practical tools, and meaningful conversations through her podcast, coaching programs, and workshops - empowering families to communicate more effectively, make informed decisions, and feel supported every step of the way. Because let’s face it, this chapter is HARD!
Care Quiz: Taking Care of Yourself
Caregivers give so much—but how much do you give yourself? Find out if you’re running on empty or rocking the self-care game. Enjoy a lighthearted quiz based on this session’s theme—take a break and play!
👉 https://www.buzzfeed.com/jessicawilliamscook/taking-care-of-yourself
This session will be presented online, using Zoom. If you are not familiar with Zoom, learn how to connect to a Zoom meeting. The session will be recorded and a link to the recording will be emailed to you after the session has concluded.
This session is part of the Education Series for the Family Caregiver, hosted by The Nebraska Caregiver Coalition.