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In this episode of Suit & Scrubs, hosts Brendan and Lisa welcome therapist-researchers Zee and Juhi to discuss their groundbreaking study, which surveyed 372 home health clinicians (PT, OT, and SLP) on job satisfaction and retention. The research, soon to be published in Home Health Care Management and Practice under the title "Beyond the Visit: What Makes Home Health Clinicians Stick and Tick," reveals that while scheduling flexibility rates highly across all disciplines, documentation remains universally frustrating—except for clinicians using cell phones, who report significantly higher satisfaction. The study found notable differences between disciplines: OTs are the least satisfied (representing only 8% of the home health workforce), while SLPs rate their job satisfaction highest despite facing larger territory challenges. Through candid discussions about workplace isolation, the importance of mentorship, and knowing what questions to ask before accepting a position, the episode emphasizes that retention isn't just about pay—it's about the daily tools, support systems, and flexibility that allow clinicians to thrive in an already demanding field.

The Home Health Suit + Scrubs Podcast is your weekly dose of real talk for home health clinicians. Hosted by Dan Haggerty—a national home health therapy executive—and three seasoned home health PTs, Lisa Thompson, Dan Catuccio, and Brendan Kirby, each episode dives into the topics that matter most: safety, efficiency, clinical care, and career growth. Whether you’re a new grad or a home health veteran, you’ll find practical tips, relatable stories, and candid conversations designed to help you thrive in the field. From navigating tricky documentation to setting boundaries and staying safe on the road, Suit + Scrubs blends real-world insight with a touch of humor to make your commute between visits more useful—and more fun.

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https://www.instagram.com/careinmotionhh/

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https://careinmotion.co/learning-center/

SHOP FOR HOME HEALTH RESOURCES
https://careinmotion.co/care-shop/

Hosted by Dan Haggerty, Lisa Thompson, Dan Catuccio, and Brendan Kirby

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Dan Haggerty https://www.linkedin.com/in/daniel-haggerty/
Lisa Thompson https://www.instagram.com/homehealthchronicles/
Dan Catuccio https://www.instagram.com/dan.catuccio/
Brendan Kirby https://www.linkedin.com/in/brendan-kirby-99194b232/

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Josh Tennant, an 18-year PT veteran, joins hosts the two Dans and Lisa to share how he went from the home health grind to working just three days a week through smart Bitcoin investing. After 15 years in home health, dealing with endless paperwork and evening patient calls, Josh discovered that even with regular raises, therapists are falling behind because real inflation (6-8%) outpaces our 3% salary bumps. Five years ago, he started buying Bitcoin at $35,000, and it's now worth $122,000. He explains that Bitcoin is different from sketchy cryptocurrencies because only 21 million will ever exist, making it scarce like gold. His advice is practical: start small with automatic weekly purchases (dollar-cost averaging), use hardware wallets for security, and think long-term (5-10 years minimum). You can even invest through Bitcoin ETFs in your Roth IRA. Josh now uses his Bitcoin as collateral for tax-free loans, which fund his part-time lifestyle without selling his holdings. Bitcoin started as just 15% of his portfolio, but now makes up 75% as his confidence grew through education. His main message is that therapists work too hard and remain financially stressed, but with proper education and strategic investing, financial freedom is actually achievable. He's offering to share resources and help fellow therapists who want to learn more.

The Home Health Suit + Scrubs Podcast is your weekly dose of real talk for home health clinicians. Hosted by Dan Haggerty—a national home health therapy executive—and three seasoned home health PTs, Lisa Thompson, Dan Catuccio, and Brendan Kirby, each episode dives into the topics that matter most: safety, efficiency, clinical care, and career growth. Whether you’re a new grad or a home health veteran, you’ll find practical tips, relatable stories, and candid conversations designed to help you thrive in the field. From navigating tricky documentation to setting boundaries and staying safe on the road, Suit + Scrubs blends real-world insight with a touch of humor to make your commute between visits more useful—and more fun.

CONNECT WITH US
Linkedin: https://www.linkedin.com/company/103039580/admin/dashboard/

Facebook:
https://www.facebook.com/careinmotionhh

Instagram:
https://www.instagram.com/careinmotionhh/

FREE RESOURCES
https://careinmotion.co/learning-center/

SHOP FOR HOME HEALTH RESOURCES
https://careinmotion.co/care-shop/

Hosted by Dan Haggerty, Lisa Thompson, Dan Catuccio, and Brendan Kirby

CONNECT OUR HOSTS
Dan Haggerty https://www.linkedin.com/in/daniel-haggerty/
Lisa Thompson https://www.instagram.com/homehealthchronicles/
Dan Catuccio https://www.instagram.com/dan.catuccio/
Brendan Kirby https://www.linkedin.com/in/brendan-kirby-99194b232/

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Season 1 is officially in the books! Join hosts Dan, Lisa, and the team as they reflect on an incredible first season—25 episodes, 750+ minutes of content, and nearly 8,000 downloads later.

In this special wrap-up episode, we're giving you the ultimate highlight reel. Whether you binged every episode or need to catch up, this is your essential guide to the best tips, most memorable guests, and biggest takeaways from Season 1.

What You'll Hear:

✅ Fan Favorite Episodes - From Teresa Davis's inspiring journey from speech therapist to Executive Director, to critical safety tips from a police officer that every home health clinician needs to know

✅ Best Tips Revisited - Quick reminders on scheduling efficiency, handling daily curve balls, maximizing your income, and building relationships with your back office team

✅ Real Talk - Honest conversations about productivity pressures, navigating difficult situations in the field, and why you can only control what you can control

✅ What's Next - Exciting announcements about new products launching in November and a sneak peek at Season 2 guests

Perfect For: Home health clinicians (PT, OT, SLP, nurses, PTAs), agency leaders, and anyone in the home health community looking for practical wisdom and a reminder that you're not alone out there.

Key Takeaway: You've got a community here. Whether you're dealing with last-minute cancellations, aggressive dogs, or 45-minute drives between patients—we've been there, and we're talking about it.

Subscribe to Home Health Suits and Scrubs for weekly episodes featuring real clinicians sharing real strategies for thriving in home health. Visit CareinMotion.co for resources, downloads, and more.

The Home Health Suit + Scrubs Podcast is your weekly dose of real talk for home health clinicians. Hosted by Dan Haggerty—a national home health therapy executive—and three seasoned home health PTs, Lisa Thompson, Dan Catuccio, and Brendan Kirby, each episode dives into the topics that matter most: safety, efficiency, clinical care, and career growth. Whether you’re a new grad or a home health veteran, you’ll find practical tips, relatable stories, and candid conversations designed to help you thrive in the field. From navigating tricky documentation to setting boundaries and staying safe on the road, Suit + Scrubs blends real-world insight with a touch of humor to make your commute between visits more useful—and more fun.

CONNECT WITH US
Linkedin: https://www.linkedin.com/company/103039580/admin/dashboard/

Facebook:
https://www.facebook.com/careinmotionhh

Instagram:
https://www.instagram.com/careinmotionhh/

FREE RESOURCES
https://careinmotion.co/learning-center/

SHOP FOR HOME HEALTH RESOURCES
https://careinmotion.co/care-shop/

Hosted by Dan Haggerty, Lisa Thompson, Dan Catuccio, and Brendan Kirby

CONNECT OUR HOSTS
Dan Haggerty https://www.linkedin.com/in/daniel-haggerty/
Lisa Thompson https://www.instagram.com/homehealthchronicles/
Dan Catuccio https://www.instagram.com/dan.catuccio/
Brendan Kirby https://www.linkedin.com/in/brendan-kirby-99194b232/

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What a ride! Episode 26 brings Season One to a triumphant close as Care in Motion co-founders Dan Haggerty and Brendan look back on 25 incredible episodes, 7,400+ downloads, and a community that's grown beyond their wildest dreams. Recording from Brendan's car (because home health waits for no one!), they relive the season's most unforgettable moments: Tracy the PTA who completely turned the tables and interviewed THEM, the jaw-dropping conversation with Minda Butler from the legendary 18,000-member PT/OT/ST Collaboration Facebook group, and the game-changing discovery that even massive national agencies with 20,000+ therapists are starving for the resources Care in Motion provides. Get the inside scoop on how a single trunk organizer purchase led to partnering with Bayada to create the FIRST custom-designed product specifically for home health—complete with dual compartments and washable surfaces! Dan and Brendan pull back the curtain on their journey from "crazy idea" to thriving platform, shower gratitude on their amazing listeners, and drop hints about Season Two's explosive lineup: new products, major EMR partnerships, and your favorite guests making comebacks. This isn't just a recap—it's a celebration of what happens when you build something that an entire industry has been desperately needing. Buckle up for Season Two!

The Home Health Suit + Scrubs Podcast is your weekly dose of real talk for home health clinicians. Hosted by Dan Haggerty—a national home health therapy executive—and three seasoned home health PTs, Lisa Thompson, Dan Catuccio, and Brendan Kirby, each episode dives into the topics that matter most: safety, efficiency, clinical care, and career growth. Whether you’re a new grad or a home health veteran, you’ll find practical tips, relatable stories, and candid conversations designed to help you thrive in the field. From navigating tricky documentation to setting boundaries and staying safe on the road, Suit + Scrubs blends real-world insight with a touch of humor to make your commute between visits more useful—and more fun.

CONNECT WITH US
Linkedin: https://www.linkedin.com/company/103039580/admin/dashboard/

Facebook:
https://www.facebook.com/careinmotionhh

Instagram:
https://www.instagram.com/careinmotionhh/

FREE RESOURCES
https://careinmotion.co/learning-center/

SHOP FOR HOME HEALTH RESOURCES
https://careinmotion.co/care-shop/

Hosted by Dan Haggerty, Lisa Thompson, Dan Catuccio, and Brendan Kirby

CONNECT OUR HOSTS
Dan Haggerty https://www.linkedin.com/in/daniel-haggerty/
Lisa Thompson https://www.instagram.com/homehealthchronicles/
Dan Catuccio https://www.instagram.com/dan.catuccio/
Brendan Kirby https://www.linkedin.com/in/brendan-kirby-99194b232/

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In Episode 25 of the Home Health Suit + Scrubs Podcast, hosts Dan, Lisa, and Brendan welcome Minda Butler, the visionary speech therapist behind Facebook's most influential home health community. Butler's Home Health SLP OT and PT Collaboration Group, which began 12 years ago as a small support network for speech therapists, has grown into a nearly 20,000-member powerhouse that serves as the go-to resource for home health clinicians nationwide. Throughout this engaging conversation, Minda shares candid insights about moderating such a massive online community, the unique challenges facing therapists in home health settings, and her practical wisdom for combating burnout in an often-isolating profession. The episode reveals how this grassroots Facebook group became the original inspiration for Care in Motion and explores exciting future collaborations, including Minda's upcoming merchandise launch that will celebrate the cross-disciplinary spirit of home health teamwork.

Find her FB Group: https://www.facebook.com/share/g/1PPVGu1fn9/ or https://www.facebook.com/groups/1409640975933277

The Home Health Suit + Scrubs Podcast is your weekly dose of real talk for home health clinicians. Hosted by Dan Haggerty—a national home health therapy executive—and three seasoned home health PTs, Lisa Thompson, Dan Catuccio, and Brendan Kirby, each episode dives into the topics that matter most: safety, efficiency, clinical care, and career growth. Whether you’re a new grad or a home health veteran, you’ll find practical tips, relatable stories, and candid conversations designed to help you thrive in the field. From navigating tricky documentation to setting boundaries and staying safe on the road, Suit + Scrubs blends real-world insight with a touch of humor to make your commute between visits more useful—and more fun.

CONNECT WITH US
Linkedin: https://www.linkedin.com/company/103039580/admin/dashboard/

Facebook:
https://www.facebook.com/careinmotionhh

Instagram:
https://www.instagram.com/careinmotionhh/

FREE RESOURCES
https://careinmotion.co/learning-center/

SHOP FOR HOME HEALTH RESOURCES
https://careinmotion.co/care-shop/

Hosted by Dan Haggerty, Lisa Thompson, Dan Catuccio, and Brendan Kirby

CONNECT OUR HOSTS
Dan Haggerty https://www.linkedin.com/in/daniel-haggerty/
Lisa Thompson https://www.instagram.com/homehealthchronicles/
Dan Catuccio https://www.instagram.com/dan.catuccio/
Brendan Kirby https://www.linkedin.com/in/brendan-kirby-99194b232/

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In this powerful continuation of our conversation with home health nurse and social media influencer Josh Evers, we delve into his transformative journey from hospital burnout to fulfillment in home health care. Josh candidly shares his experience with COVID-related anxiety and panic attacks that led him to leave med-surg nursing, and how home health has restored his work-life balance, allowing him to take his kids to school and be present for family moments he once missed. We explore the challenges of transitioning to home health nursing, including the complexity of OASIS documentation, the learning curve of working independently, and the dynamics of collaborating with interdisciplinary teams. Josh also discusses his multi-platform social media strategy, from TikTok's devoted followers to Facebook's high engagement rates, while building toward YouTube monetization. This episode offers both a cautionary tale about healthcare burnout and an inspiring example of finding sustainable career fulfillment in home health nursing.

The Home Health Suit + Scrubs Podcast is your weekly dose of real talk for home health clinicians. Hosted by Dan Haggerty—a national home health therapy executive—and three seasoned home health PTs, Lisa Thompson, Dan Catuccio, and Brendan Kirby, each episode dives into the topics that matter most: safety, efficiency, clinical care, and career growth. Whether you’re a new grad or a home health veteran, you’ll find practical tips, relatable stories, and candid conversations designed to help you thrive in the field. From navigating tricky documentation to setting boundaries and staying safe on the road, Suit + Scrubs blends real-world insight with a touch of humor to make your commute between visits more useful—and more fun.

CONNECT WITH US
Linkedin: https://www.linkedin.com/company/103039580/admin/dashboard/

Facebook:
https://www.facebook.com/careinmotionhh

Instagram:
https://www.instagram.com/careinmotionhh/

FREE RESOURCES
https://careinmotion.co/learning-center/

SHOP FOR HOME HEALTH RESOURCES
https://careinmotion.co/care-shop/

Hosted by Dan Haggerty, Lisa Thompson, Dan Catuccio, and Brendan Kirby

CONNECT OUR HOSTS
Dan Haggerty https://www.linkedin.com/in/daniel-haggerty/
Lisa Thompson https://www.instagram.com/homehealthchronicles/
Dan Catuccio https://www.instagram.com/dan.catuccio/
Brendan Kirby https://www.linkedin.com/in/brendan-kirby-99194b232/

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In this engaging episode, hosts Dan Haggerty, Brendan Kirby, Lisa Thompson, and Dan Catuccio welcome Josh Evers, a med-surg nurse turned home health professional with over 250,000 social media followers. Josh shares his transformative journey from seven years of hospital nursing, including three grueling years as a COVID nurse, to finding his true calling in home health after his wife literally filled out his application. What began as social media experimentation during the 2020 quarantine evolved into viral success, with some videos reaching 20 million views and earning public recognition. Josh passionately defends home health against "soft nursing" stereotypes, sharing powerful stories of meaningful patient relationships, including a patient who arranged for pastors to pray for Josh's autistic son and the deep connections formed over years of care. He candidly discusses the exhausting reality of balancing content creation with full-time nursing and family life, emphasizing that family always comes first. If his son wants to go fishing, the camera equipment waits. Josh's authentic personality shines through as he describes the independence and fulfillment of home health work, stating he wouldn't return to hospital nursing for any amount of money because he's finally found a job he truly loves. The episode highlights how home health allows for genuine patient relationships, personal growth, and the flexibility to pursue creative endeavors while maintaining meaningful healthcare work. This is Part 1 of a two-part conversation that highlights the unique rewards of home health nursing and the opportunities that arise from pursuing your authentic path in the healthcare field.

Connect with Josh Evers:
YouTube: https://www.youtube.com/ ⁨@josh_evers⁩
Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/josh.evers.1/
Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/josh_evers_nurse/?hl=en

The Home Health Suit + Scrubs Podcast is your weekly dose of real talk for home health clinicians. Hosted by Dan Haggerty—a national home health therapy executive—and three seasoned home health PTs, Lisa Thompson, Dan Catuccio, and Brendan Kirby, each episode dives into the topics that matter most: safety, efficiency, clinical care, and career growth. Whether you’re a new grad or a home health veteran, you’ll find practical tips, relatable stories, and candid conversations designed to help you thrive in the field. From navigating tricky documentation to setting boundaries and staying safe on the road, Suit + Scrubs blends real-world insight with a touch of humor to make your commute between visits more useful—and more fun.

CONNECT WITH US
Linkedin: https://www.linkedin.com/company/103039580/admin/dashboard/

Facebook:
https://www.facebook.com/careinmotionhh

Instagram:
https://www.instagram.com/careinmotionhh/

FREE RESOURCES
https://careinmotion.co/learning-center/

SHOP FOR HOME HEALTH RESOURCES
https://careinmotion.co/care-shop/

Hosted by Dan Haggerty, Lisa Thompson, Dan Catuccio, and Brendan Kirby

CONNECT OUR HOSTS
Dan Haggerty https://www.linkedin.com/in/daniel-haggerty/
Lisa Thompson https://www.instagram.com/homehealthchronicles/
Dan Catuccio https://www.instagram.com/dan.catuccio/
Brendan Kirby https://www.linkedin.com/in/brendan-kirby-99194b232/

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In "From Travel Contracts to 1099s: Maximizing Your Home Health Therapy Income," hosts Lisa and Dan explore the various employment options available to home health therapists, sharing personal experiences and financial insights across different career paths. Dan recounts his transformative 5-year travel therapy journey that took him and his wife across multiple states, earning six figures by age 28 through a combination of hourly rates and substantial stipends, while experiencing diverse clinical settings from Alaska to California. The discussion covers the pros and cons of salary positions (offering stability and benefits but less flexibility), pay-per-visit arrangements (providing autonomy but requiring self-advocacy), and 1099 contract work (maximizing tax benefits and control while sacrificing guaranteed income). Key takeaways include the importance of negotiating for fair compensation regarding drive time and complex cases, understanding how different pay structures truly impact your bottom line, and choosing employment arrangements that align with your life stage and personal goals. Both hosts emphasize that therapists must advocate for themselves, ask the tough questions about productivity expectations, and not be afraid to negotiate additional compensation for extra work - because as Lisa puts it, "I don't work for free, period.

The Home Health Suit + Scrubs Podcast is your weekly dose of real talk for home health clinicians. Hosted by Dan Haggerty—a national home health therapy executive—and three seasoned home health PTs, Lisa Thompson, Dan Catuccio, and Brendan Kirby, each episode dives into the topics that matter most: safety, efficiency, clinical care, and career growth. Whether you’re a new grad or a home health veteran, you’ll find practical tips, relatable stories, and candid conversations designed to help you thrive in the field. From navigating tricky documentation to setting boundaries and staying safe on the road, Suit + Scrubs blends real-world insight with a touch of humor to make your commute between visits more useful—and more fun.

CONNECT WITH US
Linkedin: https://www.linkedin.com/company/103039580/admin/dashboard/

Facebook:
https://www.facebook.com/careinmotionhh

Instagram:
https://www.instagram.com/careinmotionhh/

FREE RESOURCES
https://careinmotion.co/learning-center/

SHOP FOR HOME HEALTH RESOURCES
https://careinmotion.co/care-shop/

Hosted by Dan Haggerty, Lisa Thompson, Dan Catuccio, and Brendan Kirby

CONNECT OUR HOSTS
Dan Haggerty https://www.linkedin.com/in/daniel-haggerty/
Lisa Thompson https://www.instagram.com/homehealthchronicles/
Dan Catuccio https://www.instagram.com/dan.catuccio/
Brendan Kirby https://www.linkedin.com/in/brendan-kirby-99194b232/