Calm & Grounded with Michele
A gentle reflection inspired by the Inspired Caring podcast to offer hope and support.
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When to Call for Help
For many caregivers, the words Adult Protective Services can feel intimidating.
It can sound official. Serious. Even scary.
But in this episode of the Inspired Caring podcast, I sat down with Pam Moriarty, a supervisor for Adult Protective Services in Nebraska, to talk about what APS actually doe...
by Michele Magner —
Mar 11, 2026
adult protective services
calm & grounded
caregiver support
inspired caring podcast
navigate
self-neglect
When Is It Time?
There’s a question many caregivers carry quietly:
When is it time?
When is it time to move from home to assisted living?When is it time to admit that what used to work just isn’t working anymore?
In this episode of the Inspired Caring podcast, I spoke with Nikki Wulff, Owner and Eldercare Advisor...
Mar 04, 2026
assisted living
c.a.r.i.n.g. framework
calm & grounded
care transitions
caregiver support
inspired caring podcast
The Right Tools Can Make Caregiving Feel Lighter
Caregiving at home can feel overwhelming — especially when you’re learning as you go. Many family caregivers tell me they worry they’re doing something wrong, when in reality, they’re just missing the tools that professionals are trained to use every day.
In this episode of the Inspired Caring po...
by Michele Magner —
Feb 25, 2026
aging in place
calm & grounded
caregiver support
caregiving tools
caring framework
home safety
inspired caring
When Hearing Becomes a Barrier to Connection
One of the most common frustrations I hear from caregivers is, “I feel like I’m constantly repeating myself.”And just as often, I hear loved ones say, “Everyone mumbles,” or “I can’t understand what’s being said.”
In this episode of the Inspired Caring podcast, I spoke with Janie York, a hearing ...
by Michele Magner —
Feb 18, 2026
aging well
calm & grounded
caregiver support
caring framework
communication in caregiving
hearing loss
inspired caring
Creating a Safer Home, with Care and Compassion
Caregiving at home often starts with the best intentions — love, concern, and a desire to keep our loved ones safe. But as many of us know, safety isn’t just about making changes to a space. It’s about how we approach those changes, and how we include the person we’re caring for along the way.
In...
by Michele Magner —
Feb 11, 2026
aging in place
calm & grounded
caregiver support
caring framework
falls prevention
home safety
inspired caring podcast