Pala Podcast: How Self-Managed Teams are Transforming Social Care with Helen Anderson

Jon chats here with Helen Sanderson MBE, about her journey into self-management and the creation of wellbeing teams. Helen’s experience emphasises the importance of trust, autonomy, and person-centered approaches in health and social care.

Helen shares her experiences transitioning from traditional management to self-managed teams, highlighting the challenges and successes of implementing these changes.

The conversation explores the challenges and successes of implementing self-management in home care, focusing on the experiences of Helen and her team in navigating inspections, metrics, and the impact of their approach on both staff and clients. It highlights the importance of relational care, community engagement, and the need for systemic change in how care is commissioned and evaluated.

The conversation explores innovative approaches to meetings and team dynamics, emphasising the importance of designing interactions that foster relationships and efficiency. We also delve into the significance of confirmation practices in performance management and the impact of volunteering on workplace wellbeing.

Takeaways

• Self-management transforms teams
• Value-based recruitment is essential
• Self-management enhances care quality
• Systemic change needed for sustainability
• Transforming meetings enhances relationships
• Volunteering significantly boosts wellbeing

And you can follow Helen on Linkedin here and find out about Helen Sanderson Associates here.

Listen on Spotify | Watch on Youtube | Listen on Apple Podcasts