You put in plenty of hours — so many, in fact, that your workplace could be considered your second home. Shouldn’t it feel a little more like family? A few simple actions can bring up the community vibe and raise everyone’s well-being level.

• Expand your inner circle. Cultivate friendships outside your group by inviting someone to lunch. Organize a bowling night to gather groups that don’t get much face time.

• Share ideas. Forward a useful article to a colleague. Build a brainstorm team with those from several departments/functions. Ask for problem-solving help instead of puzzling in isolation.

• Provide support. If a co-worker mentions moving, rally others to help with the heavy lifting. Create a bulletin board (real or virtual) so people can ask for assistance, post announcements, even recommend a great mechanic or hair salon.

What could you do today to help make your workplace more homey?