Bluebird Care Edinburgh

75a Peffer Place, Edinburgh EH16 4BB
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9.6 61 Reviews
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Bluebird Care Edinburgh have been been in business since 08/08/08 and from that date, have delivered literally thousands of successful care visits since that time.

Bluebird Care Edinburgh provide high-quality, person-centric home care, meaning that services are individually tailored to suit the customer's needs. They respect the customer's personal preferences and make the most of their homely comforts.

Care visits start at 45 minutes up to full live-in care with no minimums. Bluebird Care Edinburgh DO NOT believe in charging management fees for assessments or for customer reviews. They tailor their visits to what you, 'The Customer', wants. Their care plans are flexible to the customers' needs, and they have a team of happy and committed staff who continue to produce excellent care in the comfort of their customers' home's or residencies.

Bluebird Care Edinburgh invests heavily in technology, training, and recruitment, looking to be consistent in its commitment to continuing its high standards. The management team are innovative and regularly seeks reviews from their team, customers, and family to ensure that any changes are well received and to seek further improvements.

Some useful facts to know:

Recognised as on of the best home care providers, not only in Edinburgh, but throughout the entire country, Bluebird Care Edinburgh are proud to continue to deliver high quality care to each and every one of their customers.

•        They fully manage the overall home care requirements to ensure the customers are covered each step of the way.
•        They are on hand to support customers 365 days a year. Care visits don’t stop simply because it’s a Bank Holiday. They have an on-call service for out-of-hours.
•        Free access to OpenPASS. This is an app that allows family members to access carer's notes after visits, and even leave notes/comments with their loved ones no matter where they are in the world.

Care Provided

Types of Home Care

  • Visiting Care
  • Live-in Care
  • 24 Hour Care

Contract Durations

  • Ongoing / Long Term
  • Respite / Short Term

Age Ranges

  • Older Person Care (65+)

Personal Care Services

  • Washing & Dressing
  • Medication Assistance (Oral)
  • Companionship

Household Services

  • Cleaning Service
  • Food Preparation & Serving
  • Laundry Service
  • Shopping Service / Errands

Other Care Provided

  • Dementia
  • Cancer Care
  • Palliative / End of Life Care
  • Learning Disability / Autism
  • Mental Health Condition
  • Physical Disability
  • Visual / Hearing Impairment
  • Alcohol / Drug Misuse
  • Hospital Discharge

Funding & Fees

Our care visits start at 45 minutes up to full live-in-care.
We DO NOT charge for assessments or for meetings.
Please contact us directly to discuss your or a loved ones personal circumstances.
Services include Personal Care, Domestic tasks / Cleaning, Making Meals, Shopping, Medication Prompts, Companionship and Trips out. These are among many of the things we do to keep the person safe and sound in their own home or residence, for as long as possible.

Good to Know

Group/Owner

Person in charge

  • Geraldine O'Reilly (Registered Care Manager)
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Bluebird Care Edinburgh has a Review Score of 9.6 (9.550) out of 10, based on 10 reviews in the last 2 years.
Over all time Bluebird Care Edinburgh has 61 reviews.

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Review from Matthew H (Son of Client) published on 22 August 2022 Submitted via Website • Report
Overall Experience 4.0 out of 5
Bluebird has great people (both carers and management) and it has been a pleasure working with them. Having the same person visit each time is important to my mum, who struggles with getting to know different people, and Bluebird has been good with this. Communications have sometimes not been as great
as they could have been, but we are working on that. We all know the pressure care services are under, and I feel Bluebird are trying hard to be reliable and professional.
Reply from Jane Perry, Director at Bluebird Care Edinburgh

Thank you so much for taking the time to review our services for your mum. We are delighted to hear that even during the most difficult times facing our sector we have been able to provide the continuity of care so important to her. We take on board your comments about communication and as a team, we are disappointed to have dropped the ball on this occassion. If you'd like to elaborate on this, I would be more than happy to hear from you. Your kind words have been passed on to the staff involved.

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Review from Elisabeth M (Client) assisted by family/friend published on 6 April 2022 Submitted via Postal Card • Report
Overall Experience 4.0 out of 5
I have experienced Bluebird care for over two years, a lifeline for me in these has times of Covid. The physical help has been wonderful, but also the carers company is invaluable. It helped me feel a part of life, even though I am housebound. Their presence and our chats have taught me so much, especially
when sharing different cultures. The times in their company can become my world, and then I realise that this is their workplace. They have a life so apart from mine. They have the gift of sharing time with me as if that too is their life! This is an invaluable gift, and so many Bluebird carers have it. Obviously, carers vary in their attention to clients' needs, some do the job which is obvious, some see beyond that and enhance the lives of their clients in many ways. There are those who go even beyond that - super carers! I thank Bluebird for sending mostly those who go beyond and some who go beyond again - the super carers. Because of that, I cope, I am happy and contented at 90-years of age.
Reply from Jane Perry, Director at Bluebird Care Edinburgh

Thank you for taking the time to leave a review. We are dedicated to continuously improving our practice, and your feedback is highly valued. We'd welcome the opportunity to discuss your score of 3/5 for management at our next review with a view to improving your opinions in this area.

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Review from E M (Daughter of Client) published on 29 March 2022 Submitted via Postal Card • Report
Overall Experience 5.0 out of 5
I have been very happy with the care provided for my mother continuity of care is really important and she has the same carer for 3 visits most of the days. She enjoys the company and needs practical help. Bluebird Care has allowed my mother to stay at home which she really wants to do with 4 visits
a day. I have been pleased that they contact me immediately if there are any issues with my mother's health and together we have worked well to look after her.
Reply from Jane Perry, Director at Bluebird Care Edinburgh

Thank you for taking the time to leave a review. We are dedicated to continuously improving our practice and your feedback is highly valued. Your comments have been passed to Mum's care team who will be thrilled at this recognition and their role in keeping Mum safe at home.

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Review from E M (Daughter of Client) published on 29 March 2022 Submitted via Postal Card • Report
Overall Experience 5.0 out of 5
Care has been great and has given me peace of mind that my mum is having a good meal and a chat with a caring person once a day.
Reply from Jane Perry, Director at Bluebird Care Edinburgh

Thank you for taking the time to leave a review. We are dedicated to continuously improving our practice and your feedback is highly valued. Your kind words will be passed to Mum's care team.

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Review from Ian C (Husband of Client) published on 28 March 2022 Submitted via Postal Card • Report
Overall Experience 5.0 out of 5
Reliable and punctual. Carers are professional and friendly. Treating us with respect as individuals, they show genuine interest and work safely and well protected by PPE.
Reply from Jane Perry, Director at Bluebird Care Edinburgh

Thank you for taking the time to leave a review. We are dedicated to continuously improve our practice and your feedback is highly valued. Disappointing you feel that the excellent care we provide isn't value for money and we'd love to discuss this with you further.

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Review from Jill A (Daughter of Client) published on 22 March 2022 Submitted via Website • Report
Overall Experience 5.0 out of 5
We just started using Bluebird Care in December 2021 and have only positive comments to make. From the starting point of trying to get appropriate hours to cover mum's needs, I found the admin staff very helpful and good at keeping in touch. The carers going into mum are friendly and professional and
very willing to help mum feel happy and secure. It gives me great reassurance to be told that they are there to help the family as well as doing what they can for my mum. I always appreciate the phone call to tell us if a carer is going to be a bit later in calling in because I can then keep mum informed. I would recommend Bluebird Care as a caring company and although this isn't an easy time for the care sector just now, they are working very hard to keep up high standards.
Reply from Jane Perry, Director at Bluebird Care Edinburgh

Thank you for taking the time to leave a review. We are dedicated to continuously improve our practice and your feedback is highly valued. Your comments have been shared with the team who are truly pleased to know they are making a difference.

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Review from Jean B (Daughter of Client) published on 26 July 2021 Submitted via Website • Report
Overall Experience 3.0 out of 5
After two and a half years of mostly excellent continuity of care, for my mother, from very competent, caring carers, and very good communication, I am sad to report that in the last few months, things have been spiralling down to the point now, that communication between the office and client is practically
non-existent. Times of visits are changed without consultation, by as much as twenty-five minutes; some visits are left unallocated until the very last minute, with unsuitable carers being offered, some visits I am asked to cover with my husband's help (as mum needs two people) and new carers sent to do personal care without any shadowing as to the routine or how to manage mum's dementia. This leads to a not very positive experience for mum. On the occasions of interaction with the office in the past few months, the reason given is that they are struggling to cover clients due to Covid 19; which makes me surprised that they still advertise to take on new clients.
Reply from Jane Perry, Director at Bluebird Care Edinburgh

Hello Jean,
Thank you for taking the time to leave us a review and providing us with feedback. We take all feedback very seriously and pride ourselves in the normal excellent reviews we receive.
We’re sorry to hear that your experience is not matching your expectations. Whilst this last year has been like no other, we have had to endure very difficult times in supporting everybody during the Coronavirus outbreak and through these unprecedented times. We cannot respond more fully on this platform due to GDPR, but conversations regarding this situation are ongoing and once again, we are very sorry that you feel the experience did not meet your expectations.
Your latest email has just been responded to and we look forward to working with you to meet Mum's outcomes.

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Review from Susan C (Client) published on 19 April 2021 Submitted via Website • Report
Overall Experience 3.0 out of 5
I have used Bluebird Care for about 5 or 6 years, mostly for housework. I find most carers friendly and willing to do what I ask. They treat me with respect. I would rate most staff as excellent but one or two are not so friendly. However, I get a host of different carers sometimes without notice of
who is coming. Recently, I have had appointments cancelled at very short notice. Apparently, this is due to staff sickness. I also require a carer at a specific time once a fortnight - this is not always provided.
Reply from Jane Perry, Director at Bluebird Care Edinburgh

Thanks so much for taking the time to review our services and we apologise for falling short of the mark in providing your cleaning service. It was lovely to speak with you on the phone and we will put in place the things discussed immediately. Delighted to learn that despite your experience in some areas you are keen to work with us to regain our normal excellent service. Your comments have been shared with all of our team and acted upon. Thanks again; your opinion really matters to us.

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Review from C D (Client) published on 15 April 2021 Submitted via Website • Report
Overall Experience 4.0 out of 5
Carers turn up reliably, on time and the agency mostly notifies changes. My main carers are superlative, a number of others are really good, efficient and compassionate. Not all meet this standard though. My hesitation is that continuity of care and a prerequisite of quality of care has been so undermined.
I'm told this will be fixed but am aware that currently, hardworking staff are having to cover additional shifts to plug the gaps. That is only sustainable for so long.
Reply from Jane Perry, Director at Bluebird Care Edinburgh

Your review is extremely valuable to us, and thank you for working with our Operations Manager over the past few weeks on the issues you have raised allowing us to make our service fit your needs exactly. We have shared this with your care team and will continue to seek your feedback over the coming months. Thanks again.

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Review from Conor S (Son of Client) published on 15 April 2021 Submitted via Website • Report
Overall Experience 5.0 out of 5
My parents and now just my mother have had excellent longer-term care with Bluebird Care Edinburgh since they moved to Edinburgh in September. We have staff who are doing whole daycare for complex needs including dementia, previously terminal illness and they have also been able to support occasional
overnights as well. It is good to know staff are well trained., that they are well paid for by the sector and that they are responsive to all my requests.
Reply from Jane Perry, Director at Bluebird Care Edinburgh

Thank you so much for your excellent review. This really matters to us and will be shared with the team involved in your mother's care.

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Review from Wendy M (Wife of Client) published on 15 April 2021 Submitted via Website • Report
Overall Experience 4.0 out of 5
Generally, the standard of care is very good. I have been more satisfied with my husband’s female carers than with his male carers. It has been difficult over the past months having a lack of continuity and consistency of one regular carer. Not all pay attention to the notes I have made, which are intended
to help different carers.
Reply from Jane Perry, Director at Bluebird Care Edinburgh

Thank you for taking the time to provide us with such an honest, invaluable review. This really matters to us as we can see where things need some TLC in our teams. Covid has presented us with challenges due to staff having to take time out of their roles where you previously enjoyed such great continuity. It would be really useful if your notes are made using our electronic system so our supervisors can see these too and pick up on any communication required with the team. We will continue to keep in touch with you over the coming weeks to monitor your satisfaction and work with you for that 5-star rating. Thanks again for your feedback.

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Review from William M (Client) published on 15 April 2021 Submitted via Website • Report
Overall Experience 4.0 out of 5
Overall, the service has been very good, however, there have been the occasional lapses. One of them being the client visitor sheets showing un-allocated and not being advised before the time who is actually attending. Very occasionally, a carer does not show up on time or does not attend at all. There
is often no contact from the office in these instances, which can cause unnecessary anxiety on our part and requires us to call the office, which should not be necessary if the person on duty was doing their job correctly.
Reply from Jane Perry, Director at Bluebird Care Edinburgh

Thank you for taking the time to complete this review and for speaking with us thereafter to discuss your comments made. It's lovely to hear how much you value and appreciate our service, but we also understand how frustrating it is when your regular carer doesn't arrive as planned and someone else comes in her place. With your visit being 7 am, we accept there have been challenges in communication, and we have taken this on board. We will continue to keep in contact to monitor things. Your feedback is important to us, so thanks again.

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Review from Ann L (Daughter of Client) published on 15 April 2021 Submitted via Website • Report
Overall Experience 4.0 out of 5
Bluebird Care Edinburgh have been supporting my mother for more than three years. Bluebird Care Edinburgh is part of our family. The team provide care, companionship, support and peace of mind and does so throughout the very challenging times of the last year.
Reply from Jane Perry, Director at Bluebird Care Edinburgh

Your review is really important to us, so thank you for taking the time to write such lovely words about your mother's care and support. This will be shared with the team directly involved in her service.

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Review from Judith C (Client) published on 15 April 2021 Submitted via Website • Report
Overall Experience 5.0 out of 5
Carers are professional, friendly and reliable. Good continuity of provision means known carers attend. Office staff are efficient, responsive and their automated electronic communication of rosters is very useful.
Reply from Jane Perry, Director at Bluebird Care Edinburgh

Thank you so much for taking the time to review our services. We are very pleased to hear that you mention in particular our new automated electronic rostering is working well for you. Your comments about our staff are invaluable and will be shared with the team involved with your care, thanks again.

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Review from Marsella B (Daughter of Client) published on 8 April 2021 Submitted via Website • Report
Overall Experience 5.0 out of 5
Bluebird Care Edinburgh has been supplying care for my mother over the past eight months and I have been delighted with the standard of care that she has received. Mum's carer quickly became like one of the family whilst delivering a professional level of care. I never thought Mum would accept a live-in
carer in her home as she always fiercely protected her independence and didn't want a stranger living in her home but it has worked out perfectly. I would not hesitate to recommend this company.
Reply from Jane Perry, Director at Bluebird Care Edinburgh

Thank you for your kind words about our service. This means a lot to all of the team involved in mum's care.

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Review from Rona M (Daughter of Client) published on 5 February 2021 Submitted via Website • Report
Overall Experience 5.0 out of 5
I would like to thank Bluebird for the excellent support and care my father received during the last 3 years of his life. Without their care and attention, kindness and compassion, it would have been impossible for us to support his wish to stay in his own home.
Having Alzheimer's, consistency and
routine were important. He was able to see the same familiar faces and keep to his routine. His carers looked out for him and he enjoyed chatting to them. His Bluebird carers got to know him well and were, therefore, able to highlight when they felt he was more confused than normal, or when something didn't appear to be as it should with regard to his health. This was a major help in getting him the support that he needed. During the last few weeks of Dad's life, when his care needs were changing rapidly, I found Bluebird very responsive to our circumstances, which were changing at speed. I would recommend the company without hesitation.
Reply from Jane Perry, Director at Bluebird Care Edinburgh

Thank you so much for your very kind words on our care service for your father and our sincere condolences once again for your loss. It's incredibly gratifying that we were able to assist and be part of his life, and all the staff - especially his carers will miss him deeply.

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Review from Rosemary M (Daughter of Client) published on 17 December 2020 Submitted via Website • Report
Overall Experience 5.0 out of 5
Carers provide a consistently very high standard of care. They are warm, and responsive to mums needs and don't rush her. They are respectful of her dignity and her individual wishes. Mum knows the majority of her carers very well as the agency makes an effort to provide consistency. On the rare occasion,
I have had to raise an issue with Bluebird, I have found them to be responsive and helpful and not at all defensive. There is a very detailed care plan in place which is reviewed on a regular basis, and Bluebird is very good at communicating, and keeping in touch and consulting me. The carers work cooperatively and well with the PAs I also employ to care for mum. I have a good relationship with mums carers and with the office staff at Bluebird, who go out of their way to be helpful. They are willing to go the extra mile to make sure mums needs are met. For example, if she is unwell carers will stay on until I arrive. I would not hesitate to recommend Bluebird to anyone.
Reply from Jane Perry, Director at Bluebird Care Edinburgh

Thank you so much for your extremely positive review Rosemary, we are so glad that everything is going well. I will share your comments with all those involved in your mother's care as I am sure they will all be delighted too.

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Review from Margaret F (Daughter of Client) published on 11 December 2020 Submitted via Website • Report
Overall Experience 4.0 out of 5
After a difficult time with previous carers, I was recommended to Bluebird. I have built up a good relationship with the team. They have managed to give mum dedicated carers which means less stress for both mum and myself. The young girls are clean and smart and I can see them on the CCTV which is installed
in the house. They are taking good care of mum and on a couple of occasions when mum's light bulbs have popped I have waited to see them come in and asked to change bulbs which has been no problem to them. On the whole, I would and have recommended them to friends who now have Bluebird caring for their family members.
Reply from Jane Perry, Director at Bluebird Care Edinburgh

Thank you, Margaret, for the very kind comments on our service.
We are so pleased that your mother is happy with the staff who visit (which we will of course share with them) and also that you have deemed the service good enough to pass details on to your friends, that is most kind of you.
If there is anything else that you feel we could do, to help us score the magical 5 out of 5, we would love to hear from you.

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Review from Tricia (Daughter of Client) published on 9 December 2020 Submitted via Website • Report
Overall Experience 4.0 out of 5
I first contacted Bluebird following my Mum's illness in October 2020. It was important to organise support for my parents as I live in Oxford and I couldn't stay long term in Edinburgh. My parents are particularly pleased with the arrangement we have in place now and the reassurance that provides.
It has been so helpful for me to be able to talk with the management team about changing requirements and tailor visit days and times to those to their needs.
Reply from Jane Perry, Director at Bluebird Care Edinburgh

Thanks so much for taking the time to review us and we are thrilled mum is settling into a routine with regular carers. We know very well how important this is to work with you in perfecting things for them from afar and we strive to get that 5-star rating in the coming months in their eyes. Your feedback both here and personally by email is very important to us and we will be sure to pass this on to all involved. Thanks again.

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Review from Susan Y (Daughter of Client) published on 9 December 2020 Submitted via Website • Report
Overall Experience 5.0 out of 5
The Carers are Bluebird have been very kind and caring to my mother. They have listened to my requests for change of timings etc and have accommodated our requests which is challenging in these times of the pandemic. Communication is excellent and we are now settling into a good routine with Mum feeling
more relaxed and comfortable.
Reply from Jane Perry, Director at Bluebird Care Edinburgh

Thanks so much for your kind words. We are delighted mum is settling into a good routine with regular carers at the time she wants to receive her care. This will be shared with all the team involved. Thanks again, means a lot.

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Current Review Score: 9.6 (9.550)

Overview of Review Score

The Review Score of 9.6 (9.550) out of 10 for Bluebird Care Edinburgh is based on a) the Average Rating and b) the number of positive Reviews.

  1. The Average Rating is 4.7 out of 5 from 10 Reviews in the last 24 months.
  2. The score for the number of positive Reviews is 4.9 out of 5 from 9 positive Reviews in the last 24 months.

Detailed Breakdown of Review Score

The maximum Review Score for a Home Care Provider is 10, which is made up from the Average Rating of Reviews (maximum of 5 points) and the Number of Reviews (maximum of 5 points) in the last 24 months:

  1. 5 Points are available for the Average Rating from all Reviews in the last 24 months. The Average Rating of 4.650 for Bluebird Care Edinburgh is calculated as follows: ( (43 Excellents x 5) + (13 Goods x 4) + (4 Satisfactorys x 3) ) ÷ 60 Ratings = 4.65
  2. 5 Points are available for the number of Positive Reviews in the last 24 months. A Positive Review is defined as any Review with an 'Overall Experience' of '4' or '5' (out of a max rating '5').

    The 5 points available are broken down as follows: 3 points for the first Positive Review, 2 points in total for each of the next 9 Positive Reviews (1st = 3, 2nd = 0.5, 3rd = 0.5, 4th = 0.25, 5th = 0.25, 6th = 0.1, 7th = 0.1, 8th = 0.1, 9th = 0.1, 10th = 0.1)

    The 5 points relating to the number of Positive Reviews for Bluebird Care Edinburgh is based on 9 Positive Reviews in the last 24 months and is calculated as follows: 3 + 0.5 + 0.5 + 0.25 + 0.25 + 0.1 + 0.1 + 0.1 + 0.1 = 4.9
  3. When a Review is submitted by someone who has previously submitted a Review, only the latest Review will count towards the Review Score.
  4. If a Home Care Provider does not have a review in the last 24 months, then it will not have a Review Score.

Regulatory Rating

Care Inspectorate (CI) Rating

Date: 30 Jul 2024
How well do we support people's wellbeing?
Good (4)
How good is our leadership?
Excellent (6)
How good is our staff team?
Very good (5)
How good is our setting?
Not Assessed (0)
How well is care and support planned?
Excellent (6)
Care Inspectorate is responsible for the registration and inspection of social care services in Scotland. View Latest Report

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Meet the Team (10)

Jane

Jane Perry

Job Title: Director Joined: 2008

Jane Perry started her home care journey with her husband, John back in 2008 when she purchased Bluebird Care Edinburgh.


Over the years, Jane has worked tirelessly to ensure she has a good team around her with the same passion for delivering high-quality, person-centric home care.


She got involved in the care sector as when she was looking for home care for her grandmother in Glasgow back in 2008, she was appalled at the lack of knowledge, services, and general attitude of the companies she contacted. This set off a ‘light bulb’ moment.


After extensive research, she chose Bluebird Care as they shared her ethos of providing a good old-fashioned service along with the ongoing support required to get her business up and running.


With Jane’s strong leadership together with her management team, she ensures that the interests and well-being of all customers and her team are met. Working with multidisciplinary teams and integrating with other leaders in the Social Care sector, Jane is as driven now as she ever was, to deliver the best, home care services possible.


Outside of work, Jane lives in the South of Edinburgh with her husband John. She loves listening to music, good food and wine, spending time with her family, and let’s not forget taking her dog (and best friend), Robbie for various walks to the woods and the beach.

John

John Perry

Job Title: Director Joined: 2007

John has worked in customer-facing and account management roles for over 35 years and is acutely aware of the importance of good customer service and the impact that it can have.


With John’s knowledge and experience, you’ll normally find that he’s the first point of contact when someone is looking for care for themselves or a loved one. He is friendly, knowledgeable, and passionate about providing a solution for every customer who is looking for a care package. He always takes the time to understand the customer’s needs, ensuring they have all the information required to make an informed decision about who cares for either themselves or their loved ones.


Outside of work, John is happily married to the lovely Jane and loves spending time with his family. He has 2 boys Nick and Adam along with 2 beautiful granddaughters, Eva and Alyssa. He loves football and supports his local team Hibs. He is also a very keen golfer, where he is a member of Broomieknowe Golf Club and plays of a handicap of 6.
His other interests are listening to to 70s & 80’s soul music.

Geraldine

Geraldine O'Reilly

Job Title: Care Manger Joined: 2022

Geraldine joined the care sector at the age of seventeen as a Care Assistant in a private residential setting working alongside adults and children with learning disabilities. She worked there while attending University to complete my Honours degree in Applied Social Studies. After obtaining her qualification, she moved to Scotland from Ireland and joined the Care at Home sector and states she has never looked back.


As Registered Manager, Geraldine spends her time empowering her team, and always ensuring the quality and compliance remains high. She is passionate about delivering high-quality homecare service to people within the community and is honoured to be a part of the Bluebird Care team.


Outside of work, you will find Geraldine spending time with her family, returning to Ireland as often as she can, reading and yoga.

Ashley

Ashley Duncan

Job Title: Field Care Supervisor Joined: 2023

Ashley began her career in the care sector 13 years ago, starting as a care worker. Over the years, she has worked incredibly hard to progress in her chosen profession, achieving her SVQs in Level 2, Level 3, and Level 4. She is currently halfway through her management qualification, further demonstrating her commitment to both personal development and the industry.
Ashley has a deep passion for working in the care sector, and what she loves most about it is that no two days are ever the same. Each day brings new challenges and opportunities, which keeps her engaged and motivated. She finds immense fulfilment in being able to help people remain in their own homes, surrounded by the comforts and familiarity that make them feel safe and happy. To her, the ability to support individuals to live independently, while maintaining their dignity and comfort, is incredibly rewarding.
Outside of work, Ashley leads an active and fulfilling life. She enjoys spending quality time with her children, exploring new places and creating lasting memories together. In addition to this, Ashley has a passion for horses and often spends time on the yard caring for them.


Ashley’s dedication to her work and her personal life is a testament to her strong work ethic and her commitment to the people she cares for. Her enthusiasm for helping others, coupled with her ongoing professional development, makes her a valued member of Bluebird Care Edinburgh and an inspiration to those around her.

Chelsea

Chelsea Feeney

Job Title: Coordinator Joined: 2024

Chelsea has been dedicated to the care sector since 2019, following her search for a new challenge after maternity leave. Originally from Cornwall, she relocated to Edinburgh with her husband, where she quickly found her passion for helping others. Chelsea began her career as a care assistant, where she developed a deep understanding of the industry, and has since progressed through roles as a supervisor and now as a coordinator. This progression reflects her unwavering commitment to improving the lives of those she serves and her drive for personal and professional growth.
Currently working towards her SVQ Level 4 qualification, Chelsea is constantly seeking opportunities to enhance her skills and deepen her expertise in the care sector. Her "Tetris brain" allows her to thrive in her coordinating role, as she enjoys the complex challenge of organizing people and resources to ensure the best possible outcomes for clients and colleagues alike. The joy she finds in problem-solving and optimizing processes is matched only by her genuine love for helping people—this is the foundation of her work and why she remains so passionate about the care industry.
Beyond her professional life, Chelsea is an advocate for charity work and giving back to her community. She has a history of taking on physical challenges to raise money for important causes, including shaving her hair for Cancer Research, completing the Pretty Muddy 5K, and in May 2025 she is walking 83 miles for Alzheimer Scotland. Chelsea’s commitment to making a positive impact extends far beyond her job, as she strives to create a better world both at work and in her personal life.
When she’s not coordinating, you can find Chelsea enjoying music, exploring new food experiences, and embracing the outdoors. She values maintaining a healthy work-life balance while continuing to contribute to the wellbeing of others in everything she does.

John

John MacDonald

Job Title: Learning & Development Manager Joined: 2023

John has worked in the care sector for over 18 years; he has worked in private, residential and care at home. His journey started as a support worker with ILS where he progressed to senior carer.


He completed his SVQ level 3 and then moved to Hansel Alliance where he worked with young adults with complex care needs. During his time here, he progressed to coordinator and later the manual handling trainer.


After that, he moved on to be a personal assistant for a young man who was nonverbal with complex autism, but he missed the training side, so he moved to Carewatch where he was training manager for 6 years.


He enjoys training because he feels he can give people the best knowledge and understanding to provide high-quality care. Learning from his experiences, he likes to laugh during training to ensure that it keeps fun to allows people to retain more.


In his spare time, he likes to play pool, and clay pigeon shooting, and he does dabble in buying and selling antiques and collectables.

Natalie

Natalie Alexander

Job Title: Wellness & Mindfulness Expert Joined: 2024

Natalie Alexander has over 20 years’ experience in delivering all things Wellness. She holds Diplomas in Understanding Mental Health, Menopause Awareness and Wellness, Life Coaching, Reiki Master, Meditation and Relaxation, hosts Wellness retreats in Athens, Greece and has written a 21-day Anxiety programme, an award-winning 7 -week Energy program, delivered many workshops to businesses and individual clients and is an author.

Maria

Maria Lisi

Job Title: Business Support Joined: 2023

Maria has over 30 years of experience in running several retail businesses and 20 years in property management. Whilst not specific to the home care sector, she has a wealth of experience to help support our 3 offices to remain high in quality, and fully compliant with a little bit of fun.


Interesting fact: whilst she’s lived in Scotland since 1978, she’s fluent in Italian.


In her spare time, you’ll find her walking her dog Toby, cooking up a storm in the kitchen and spending time with her family & friends.

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Andrew Spurling

Job Title: Accounts Assistant Joined: 2022

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Aoife Collins

Job Title: Supervisor Joined: 2024

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