Bluebird Care Medway

Hamilton House, 84-86 High Street, Gillingham ME8 7JH
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9.9 57 Reviews
  • Bluebird Care Medway, Gillingham
Bluebird Care (Medway) tailor care services to the preferences of each client, helping them to make the most of life in the comforts of their own homes.

Versatile home care and support services include live-in care, with each professional looking to build strong relationships with clients and their loved ones, enabling them to progress with compassion and understanding.

The provider demonstrates a commitment to independent living and undertakes robust recruitment practices.

Care Provided by Bluebird Care Medway

Types of Home Care

  • Visiting Care
  • Live-in Care
  • 24 Hour Care
  • Overnight Care (Waking)
  • Overnight Care (Sleeping)

Minimum Visit Duration (Visiting Care)

  • 30 minutes

Contract Durations

  • Ongoing / Long Term
  • Respite / Short Term

Age Ranges

  • Older Person Care (65+)
  • Younger Adult Care (18-65)
  • Children (0-18)

Personal Care Services

  • Washing & Dressing
  • Toileting Assistance
  • Medication Assistance (Oral)
  • Companionship
  • Continence Care
  • Feeding & Drinking Assistance

Household Services

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

Other Care Provided

  • Dementia
  • Parkinson's Disease
  • Stroke
  • Cancer Care
  • Palliative / End of Life Care
  • Learning Disability / Autism
  • Mental Health Condition
  • Physical Disability
  • Visual / Hearing Impairment
  • Hospital Discharge

Good to Know

Group/Owner

Person in Charge

  • Jordan Byrne (Director)
9.9

Bluebird Care Medway has a Review Score of 9.9 (9.933) out of 10, based on 25 reviews in the last 2 years.
Over all time Bluebird Care Medway has 57 reviews.

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Review from S R (Daughter of Client) published on 1 September 2022 Submitted via Postal Card • Report
Overall Experience 4.0 out of 5
Bluebird Care has offered a professional first-class service to my mother for the past 20 months. When she needed additional help within her home the agency was always happy to support her needs.
Reply from Lorraine Crawley, Marketing at Bluebird Care MedwayThank you so much for taking the time to write your review, we will always strive to give the best care to our clients and are very proud of our care staff. We are happy to have been of service to Mum and wish her well.
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Review from J M (Son of Client) published on 1 September 2022 Submitted via Postal Card • Report
Overall Experience 5.0 out of 5
My mother has been with Bluebird Care for around a year, at the start she was not happy with any care.
As time went on she enjoyed the carers coming in and talking to them about her days living in London. All the carers treated mum with dignity, they did their best to be on time and they were all in
their uniform. Helpful and supportive.
Reply from Lorraine Crawley, Marketing at Bluebird Care MedwayThank you so much for taking the time to write this review, we pride ourselves on working with our clients to engage and support with them to achieve the best possible care. We are happy to be of service.
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Review from C D (Client) published on 19 July 2022 Submitted via Postal Card • Report
Overall Experience 4.0 out of 5
My carer has always been very professional, in a very pleasant and caring way. Having the same carer more or less all the time is also very good. Long may it continue.
Reply from Lorraine Crawley, Marketing at Bluebird Care MedwayThank you for taking the time to write your review; we appreciate your feedback and are happy to be of service.
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Review from B B (Client) assisted by family/friend published on 17 December 2021 Submitted via Postal Card • Report
Overall Experience 3.0 out of 5
A useful service and happy with the carers.
Reply from Lorraine Crawley, Marketing at Bluebird Care MedwayThank you for taking the time to assist one of our customers. We are always seeking to provide a valuable service to our customers and are pleased you are happy with our care staff.
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Review from M S (Son of Client) published on 17 December 2021 Submitted via Postal Card • Report
Overall Experience 5.0 out of 5
Excellent service provided by all carers who treated my mother with kindness and dignity during the years of care. She looked forward to their visits and became friends with them.
We could not fault the service and it gave the family peace of mind that Bluebird carers were taking care of her needs.
Reply from Lorraine Crawley, Marketing at Bluebird Care MedwayThank you for taking the time to write a review. We are happy the service provided by our staff gave confidence to yourselves as a family, that Mum would be well cared for. We will pass on your compliments to all the staff, it is very much appreciated. Thank you.
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Review from D T (Daughter of Client) published on 9 December 2021 Submitted via Postal Card • Report
Overall Experience 5.0 out of 5
We have been using Bluebird Care for a number of weeks now and I would like to pass on my thanks to our carer who we have been very impressed with. He is a very warm and likeable person and very good with our dad. I have been present when he has cared for dad, he is very patient, warms his socks and
clothes for him on the radiator and chats with him our dad feels very comfortable with him.
Reply from Lorraine Crawley, Marketing at Bluebird Care MedwayThank you so much for taking the time to write a review. We will pass your commendation on to the carer in question, we very much appreciate it. We do our very best for all our customers so thank you again and happy to be of service.
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Review from J M (Client) published on 29 November 2021 Submitted via Postal Card • Report
Overall Experience 5.0 out of 5
The care I receive is good and the carers are polite and very professional. Everything I ask is always done for me, nothing is too much trouble. Very happy with Bluebird.
Reply from Lorraine Crawley, Marketing at Bluebird Care MedwayThank you for taking the time to write a review. We are happy you are receiving a good service and satisfied with the care you receive.
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Review from N P (Daughter of Client) published on 8 October 2021 Submitted via Postal Card • Report
Overall Experience 5.0 out of 5
My dad has Parkinson's but was against having a carer that comes every day of the week and attends to my dad. She is polite, friendly and thorough. Dad is happy and his carer even makes him giggle which lately is very rare. We are very happy with the service Bluebird are providing.
Reply from Lorraine Crawley, Marketing at Bluebird Care MedwayThank you for taking the time to complete your review. We are very happy you are satisfied with our services and we have managed to change Dad's mind about having care. It is fantastic to hear we have made him giggle and is enjoying the company of his carer.
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Review from Paula S (Client) published on 10 August 2021 Submitted via Postal Card • Report
Overall Experience 5.0 out of 5
Staff at the end of the telephone are always helpful, patient, and demonstrate empathy, they and the management team alike. I am aware of the pressure the team is under and yet management has done everything they can to provide regular call times and the same carers (to support me in planning medication
and appointments etc and prevent the need to keep repeating the support I need). The carers are amazing, extremely helpful, caring and take notice of what I need, and go above and beyond. I feel relaxed in their company (needed for personal care, I feel) and always at ease and never rushed or awkward. They are a credit to Bluebird. Thank you.
Reply from Lorraine Crawley, Marketing at Bluebird Care MedwayThank you for taking the time to write such a lovely review. We do try to give the best possible service to our clients and are so happy your experience is a positive one.
Your compliments will be passed onto all the team, it is very much appreciated. Thanks again.
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Review from Luke H (Client) assisted by family/friend published on 6 August 2021 Submitted via Postal Card • Report
Overall Experience 5.0 out of 5
Excellent care is provided by the carer but feel management could be better as communications are not always relayed to the carer. Also, I think 28 days cancellation charges are a bit extreme.
Reply from Lorraine Crawley, Marketing at Bluebird Care MedwayThank you for taking the time to write a review, and complimenting our care staff for their excellent care and support given to you. We will graciously pass this on to them.
We do strive to provide all our staff and customers with up to minute information as much as possible, however, at times messages may not get through on time for various reasons, which can be frustrating for all concerned. We can only apologise if this does happen.
As in all the contractual obligations agreed at the start of our service, our T&C's do require a 28 day notice period of cancellation.
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Review from N B (Son-in-law of Client) published on 27 July 2021 Submitted via Postal Card • Report
Overall Experience 5.0 out of 5
My mother-in-law was in need of a haircut. On the week commencing 6/7/2021, I spoke to mum's companion about getting mums hair cut and she agreed that it was a good idea. I aks her if she would take a photo of mum showing mums hairstyle with her which she did and mum had an excellent haircut.
Reply from Lorraine Crawley, Marketing at Bluebird Care MedwayIt was lovely that we could make this happen for her and she is happy and feels great.

Thank you for taking the time to write your review we do really appreciate it.
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Review from Jill B (Daughter of Client) published on 15 June 2021 Submitted via Website • Report
Overall Experience 2.0 out of 5
Bluebird don't care.
The final bill was received by the family after the loss of our father, who received Bluebird "care". We asked for time to pay as the house was being sold, this was granted.
The letter contained not one single expression of condolence, instead, the bill was inaccurate and overcharged.
Our reply was returned to Bluebird asking them to check invoices and monies received again.
Bluebird replied with a new (correct) invoice, but with no acknowledgement or apology of their original mistake and still, no condolences to a bereaved family, and no information was given on ways to pay the bill. Instead, it demanded payment within 7 days or would be referred to Company Solicitor and admin and interest charges were to be added.
All we wanted was a correct bill, some compassion, and an apology for the original incorrect bill. We have always been prepared to pay what was due.
An unprofessional, uncaring way to conduct business.
Beware - Bluebird don't care.
Reply from Lorraine Crawley, Marketing at Bluebird Care MedwayWe are extremely sorry your experience with our company's financial department was found to be uncaring and unsatisfactory. On looking into this review further, I can only say the company have followed the procedure in such matters.
The passing of your father and a valued client was very sadly received and condolences given on receiving this information at the time. However, the service of our care given by our staff was always very caring and professional at all times.
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Review from M C (Wife of Client) published on 12 January 2021 Submitted via Postal Card • Report
Overall Experience 5.0 out of 5
Both my husband and myself are overwhelmed with the Bluebird team where nothing is too much trouble. It is also refreshing to see the younger generation both male/female taking and participating in this type of work. I, the patient's wife, was thinking 'Oh I can manage to look after my husband, he was
sleeping most of the day' but after only two weeks of trying and finding enough was enough we welcomed the company and relief that Bluebird has given us. So lucky.
Reply from Lorraine Crawley, Marketing at Bluebird Care MedwayThank you so much for taking the time to write a review, we are happy to be able to support you both.
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Review from C W (Daughter of Client) published on 12 January 2021 Submitted via Postal Card • Report
Overall Experience 4.0 out of 5
A good service and very good support for my mum. Whenever I have a query or question the staff always respond promptly. Because of Mum's memory, they are fully aware that Mum and I prefer known carers and they always support this whenever possible. The only negative is the openPASS app doesn't always
work in a poor signal area and not available for me outside my Mum's home unless I pay monthly.
Reply from Lorraine Crawley, Marketing at Bluebird Care MedwayWe are happy to be of support to Mum and thank you for taking the time to write your review.
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Review from Hannah O (Client) published on 22 September 2020 Submitted via Postal Card • Report
Overall Experience 4.0 out of 5
Very pleased with the ease of working with the carer provided. She was able to do some of the jobs around the house which I am unable to do. It would be good if I could have the same carer whenever possible, due to the time taken to acquaint carer with the layout of my home in only a 2-hour slot.
Reply from Lorraine Crawley, Marketing at Bluebird Care MedwayThank you so much for taking the time to complete this survey, we appreciate your positive feedback. We do try to give our customers the very best service we can.
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Review from Christine R (Daughter of Client) published on 16 September 2020 Submitted via Postal Card • Report
Overall Experience 5.0 out of 5
We approached Bluebird Care as a family in crisis. Dad had been awake most of the night for weeks. On contacting your service, we received compassion and respect from the very first phone call. Night care was in place from 48 hours after that call. The care dad received was professional and preserved
with dignity. He was given the respect to make what limited choices he could. I can't thank you enough. You enabled us to keep him at home until his death.
Reply from Lorraine Crawley, Marketing at Bluebird Care MedwayHi Christine
Thank you so much for the lovely review and this is very much appreciated, we try our best to give our customers a very caring and supportive experience. So happy to have been of assistance and thank you for your time.
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Review from A D (Daughter of Client) published on 25 August 2020 Submitted via Postal Card • Report
Overall Experience 5.0 out of 5
Extremely impressed with the service provided. One carer was excellent as our waking night carer, and Mum felt confident and able to sleep safely.
Reply from Lorraine Crawley, Marketing at Bluebird Care MedwayThank you kindly for taking the time to send in your review, we are happy to have been able to help you. Kind regards Bluebird Care Medway.
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Current Review Score: 9.9 (9.933)

Overview of Review Score

The Review Score of 9.9 (9.933) out of 10 for Bluebird Care Medway is based on a) the Average Rating and b) the number of positive Reviews.

  1. The Average Rating is 4.9 out of 5 from 25 Reviews in the last 24 months.
  2. The score for the number of positive Reviews is 5.0 out of 5 from 25 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 4.933 for Bluebird Care Medway is calculated as follows: ( (140 Excellents x 5) + (8 Goods x 4) + (1 Satisfactorys x 3) ) ÷ 149 Ratings = 4.933
  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, 0.5 Points for the second and third Positive Reviews, 0.25 Points for each of the next two Positive Reviews, 0.05 Points for the next five Positive Reviews, and finally 0.025 Points for the next ten Positive Reviews. (1st = 3, 2nd = 0.5, 3rd = 0.5, 4th = 0.25, 5th = 0.25, 6th = 0.05, 7th = 0.05, 8th = 0.05, 9th = 0.05, 10th = 0.05, 11th = 0.025, 12th = 0.025, 13th = 0.025, 14th = 0.025, 15th = 0.025, 16th = 0.025, 17th = 0.025, 18th = 0.025, 19th = 0.025, 20th = 0.025)

    The 5 points relating to the number of Positive Reviews for Bluebird Care Medway is based on 25 Positive Reviews in the last 24 months and is calculated as follows: 3 + 0.5 + 0.5 + 0.25 + 0.25 + 0.05 + 0.05 + 0.05 + 0.05 + 0.05 + 0.025 + 0.025 + 0.025 + 0.025 + 0.025 + 0.025 + 0.025 + 0.025 + 0.025 + 0.025 = 5
  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 Quality Commission (CQC) Rating

Date: 23 Mar 2019

Overall Good

  • Caring Good
  • Effective Good
  • Responsive Good
  • Safe Good
  • Well-led Good
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Meet the Team (10)

Jordan

Jordan Byrne

Job Title: Director Joined: 2023

Hi, I’m Jordan Byrne, the proud owner of Bluebird Care Medway! I studied management at the London School of Economics and spent some time on the MBA program at Yale.


Before getting into homecare, I worked in finance in the City of London and across Europe. But what has always driven me is making a real difference in people’s lives. My decision to lead this homecare agency is personal. Having experienced the need for care within my own family, I understand first hand the impact it can have—not only on those receiving care but also on their loved ones.


Too often, we forget the strain that falls on family members, who give so much of themselves to ensure their relatives are looked after. This understanding motivates me every day. There is an infectious belief among our staff, and within the local community, that we truly have the best carers in the area. Therefore, I have always seen that my main role is to support the team so they can focus on doing what they do best—delivering exceptional care to you and your loved ones.


It’s my job to make sure they have everything they need to make your journey easier, and to make it the best experience possible. I don’t take the responsibility of running this company lightly. I know how important this service is, and I’m dedicated to ensuring that you can trust us every step of the way. You can count on me and my team to provide the care and attention you deserve. We and I will not let you down.

Sean

Sean Byrne

Job Title: Director Joined: 2023

Hello! My name is Sean, my role here at Bluebird Care is to help make the lives of staff as easy as possible through operational efficiency, so our Bluebird Care teams can focus on what we do best, delivering the highest quality care!


My background has involved a few different experiences. I have previously worked at the West Ham United First Team as a sports scientist from 2019 to 2021! Following that, I worked in a start-up company as an operational lead and technology consultant. My team and I built the company's presence in the local community while focusing on how to run our day-to-day operations as efficiently as possible to benefit our staff. Following this, I took on a very high-pressure role as a lead recruitment consultant for a fast-growing company in London, where we doubled our headcount in 6 months.


I am so excited to be part of the Bluebird Care family. The work that everyone does here is so impactful to the community, and I am looking forward to meeting everyone who is a part of this amazing company and hearing and being a part of, all the great work that everyone does day to day.

Charlene

Charlene Bennett

Job Title: Director of Care Joined: 2021

Charlene joined Bluebird Care Swale in August 2021 as a Care Assistant, entering the sector with no prior experience. Her passion for care quickly became evident, and by December 2021 she had progressed into an On-Call Assistant role. In September 2022, she moved into the office as a Support Supervisor, where she supported new carers at the start of their journeys and took on the responsibility of Manager on Call. Her continued commitment to high-quality, person-centred care led to her promotion to Lead Customer Support Supervisor, and she now proudly serves as Director of Care. As a qualified Mental Health First Aider, she also plays a key role in supporting staff wellbeing and fostering a positive workplace culture. She is deeply committed to upholding the highest standards and is proud to lead a team that truly makes a difference every day.

Lorraine

Lorraine Crawley

Job Title: Registered Manager Joined: 2012

Lorraine joined Bluebird Care Medway in June 2012 as a Community Care Worker and has since progressed through various roles, including Care Mentor, Support Supervisor, Deputy Head of Care, and Head of Care.


In 2023, she was promoted to Registered Manager, reflecting her dedication and leadership. With extensive experience in care, business management, and safeguarding, Lorraine is committed to providing exceptional customer care.


Outside of work, she enjoys spending time with her family, including her grandchildren, and loves walking, cooking, and travelling.

Amy

Amy Edwards

Job Title: Training Manager Joined: 2015

Amy joined Bluebird Care in March 2015 as a Care Assistant, progressing to Care Mentor in 2017 and Support Supervisor in March 2018.


She was shortlisted for a Bluebird Care national award in 2017, winning Carer of the Year for the South East region. In November 2019, Amy took on the role of Training Supervisor, overseeing the training of new Care Workers in Medway and Swale.

Catherine

Catherine Randall

Job Title: Care Co-ordinator Joined: 2014

Catherine actually started working for Bluebird Care (Medway) as a Care Assistant in 2014.  In February 2018, she was promoted to Care Coordinator. 


She has organised Dementia Friendly Musical Evenings for Bluebird Care (Medway and Swale) and raised over £900 for the Alzheimer's Association.  


Catherine is the very proud mother of ten-year-old Daisy, and together they are part of the West End Wednesdays Singers.  


In her spare time, she enjoys cooking, visiting the theatre and shopping!

Lynsey

Lynsey Burton

Job Title: Deputy Head of Quality Assurance Joined: 2004

Lynsey started working for Bluebird Care in November 2015 as a care assistant. By November 2016, she had also taken on mentoring new carers, performing spot checks, and handling an on-call role alongside her care assistant duties.


In February 2017, she began working half a day a week in the office, which eventually became a full day. Since January 2025, Lynsey has worked full-time in the office, enjoying a rewarding role that helps others and ensures that care standards remain compliant. Outside of work, Lynsey is a passionate animal lover, sharing her home with a variety of pets!

Charmaine

Charmaine Whitbread

Job Title: Customer Support Supervisor Joined: 2021

Charmaine joined Bluebird Care in July 2021 as a Community Carer, bringing with her valuable experience from working in care homes. During her time with Bluebird Care, she has successfully completed her Level 5 Diploma in Health & Social Care.


Her dedication and passion for supporting others has seen her progress through our career pathway, becoming Lead Customer Support Supervisor in May 2022. Charmaine describes caring as her passion and the most rewarding job. Outside of work, she enjoys spending time with her family and friends — and loves to shop!

Jade

Jade Colmer

Job Title: Wellbeing & Support Supervisor Joined: 2018

Jade began her journey with Bluebird Care in 2018 as a carer, where her compassion and dedication quickly shone through. She later moved into recruitment, before stepping into her current role as Wellbeing and Support Supervisor in 2023.


Jade is passionate about supporting both her colleagues and the people we care for, always bringing warmth, energy, and a supportive approach to her role. Outside of work, Jade enjoys spending time with her family and friends, often exploring the local area and making the most of what the community has to offer.

Jennifer

Jennifer Shannon

Job Title: Community Liasion Joined: 2024

With over 10 years’ experience as a Client Relationship Manager, Jen made a bold career change to follow her passion for helping others. Now studying Occupational Therapy, she brings warmth, professionalism, and a deep understanding of person-centred care to everything she does. Jen joined Bluebird Care in August 2024 as a carer to gain hands-on experience and quickly transitioned into the office team, where she now leads on community events and marketing - connecting people with the care and support they need.

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