07/21/2025
🤝 Monday Teamwork Building in Home Health Care
“Great care takes a team — and teamwork begins with trust, communication, and a shared mission.”
🗂️ 1. Kick-Off: Monday Morning Huddle (10 Minutes Max)
Whether in person, over group chat, or on the phone:
What’s the priority this week? (e.g., wound healing, appetite, mobility)
Are there any changes? (meds, behaviors, mood, pain)
What do you need today? (support, time off, clarification)
🧩 Tool: Create a shared Google Sheet or group text thread for weekly updates.
🧑🤝🧑 2. Assign “Mini Roles” for Ownership
Even in small home health teams, roles can be empowering:
Role Person
Medication organizer Nurse or family
Appointments manager Son/Daughter
Grocery/personal needs home aide/friend
Mental check-ins Volunteer/chaplain
🎯 Bonus: Rotate roles monthly to prevent burnout and keep everyone engaged.
💬 3. Team-Building Prompt: “One Word Check-In”
Before a visit or shift:
“Pick one word to describe how you’re feeling today.”
Examples: Hopeful. Overwhelmed. Tired. Calm. Focused.
This small moment invites empathy, not judgment.
🎯 4. Set a Tiny Team Goal for the Week
Choose a shared mini-goal, like:
“Everyone documents their visits before they leave the home.”
“Try one new stretching or mobility exercise with the client.”
“Make the patient smile every day by lunchtime.”
🏆 Celebrate wins with a text, small treat, or simply a thank-you.
🎨 5. Monday Motivation Board
Post a whiteboard or paper near the main care area with:
Uplifting quotes
This week’s top priorities
Client’s favorite memories or photos
Staff shoutouts (“Thanks Nurse Kim for organizing meds on time!”)
🎓 6. One New Skill or Share
Each Monday, let one team member briefly share:
A tip or tool they love (ex: “I use lavender oil for calming.”)
A quick YouTube training or app they recommend
A positive experience with the client
🛠️ Tip: Use this for informal training and caregiver growth.
🙌 7. Recognize One Another
Use a "Team Star" card system:
“Thank you for covering my shift!”
“Great job noticing the appetite drop.”
“Loved how you made her laugh today!”
Create a little envelope or wall spot to drop these. Read a few on Friday—or share one every Monday!
🌴 Tampa Bay Bonus: Local Team Support Ideas
Plan a group coffee meetup once a month at a local café like Buddy Brew Coffee or Blind Tiger.
Volunteer together at a senior-friendly nonprofit like Meals on Wheels Tampa or The Spring of Tampa Bay.
Explore BayCare’s Caregiver Resources for online courses or in-person workshops.