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Bluebird Care East Devon

141 High Street, Honiton, Devon EX14 1LW
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Very professional. Highly recommended. Staff are caring and compassionateMichael B(Son of Client/Service User)
Bluebird Care East Devon, Honiton
On the first contact with Bluebird, they were very helpful, friendly and great listeners.J B(Daughter of Client/Service User)
Bluebird Care East Devon, Honiton
Bluebird Care East Devon, Honiton

Bluebird Care East Devon is an award-winning, locally-owned provider of quality home care services.

Bluebird Care East Devon is passionate about keeping their customers safe, secure and happy in their own homes. With exceptional attention to infection control measures, customers can rest assured they receive the best in protection and safety. Bluebird Care’s team offer a wide range of services to include prescription and shopping collection to ensure their vulnerable...  

Care Provided by Bluebird Care East Devon

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
  • Alcohol / Drug Misuse
  • Hospital Discharge

Funding & Fees

Daily Charges per Person

  • Hourly Visiting Care Fees: from £38.55
  • Weekly Live-in Care Fees: from £1,768
  • 30 Minute Visiting Care Fees: from £32.55
The price(s) shown are provided by the agency. Contact Bluebird Care East Devon for full pricing details and T&Cs.

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Funding Types Accepted

  • Private Funding (Self-funded)
  • Direct Payments (from Local Authority/NHS)
  • Local Authority (Contracted Provider)
  • NHS (Contracted Provider)

Good to Know

Group/Owner

Person in charge

  • William and Sara Flint (Directors)

Bluebird Care East Devon Reviews (91)

9.2

Bluebird Care East Devon has a Review Score of 9.2 (9.167) out of 10, based on 4 reviews in the last 2 years. Over all time Bluebird Care East Devon has 91 reviews.

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Review from E C (Wife of Client) published on 23 March 2022 Submitted via Postal Card
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The carers are very helpful and understanding of my husband's Dementia.

Reply from Becky Edenborough, Digital Marketing Manager at Bluebird Care East Devon

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Review from Stephanie M (Client / Service User) published on 17 March 2022 Submitted via Website
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All staff arrived promptly at the time arranged.
All were cheerful, polite, meticulously clean and professional in their care.
I cannot recommend Bluebird care highly enough.

They proved to be utterly reliable and treated my husband so kindly and afforded him every dignity.

Reply from Becky Edenborough, Digital Marketing Manager at Bluebird Care East Devon

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Review from B C (Son of Client) published on 17 March 2022 Submitted via Postal Card
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Very helpful when changing visits after road works. From January to February 2022.

All carers are very helpful and make mums day with their friendly visits.

Reply from Becky Edenborough, Digital Marketing Manager at Bluebird Care East Devon

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Review from Anthony C (Son of Client) published on 15 March 2022 Submitted via Website
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The care staff who have attended my mother since November 2021 are very caring, kind, considerate and always willing to do any extra tasks.
My mother now really looks forward to the visits as she has some company and always feels safe and reassured.
Any issues are dealt with quickly and efficiently by the office staff including enquiries by email or phone.

I can highly recommend Bluebird as a care company.

Reply from Becky Edenborough, Digital Marketing Manager at Bluebird Care East Devon

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Review from J W (Client / Service User) published on 4 March 2022 Submitted via Postal Card
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I have used Bluebird care for almost 2 and a half years and have always found the carers to be kind and friendly and very good at their job.

Reply from Becky Edenborough, Digital Marketing Manager at Bluebird Care East Devon

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Review from Lucy D (Daughter-in-law of Client) published on 22 February 2022 Submitted via Website
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Bluebirds Care are always kind, positive and professional when caring for my mother-in-law. She has only recently required their services, but as a family, we have already been reassured that all her needs are being met and information concerning her care is always communicated to us. Thank you!

Reply from Frances Rowe, Registered Manager at Bluebird Care East Devon

Thank you for your feedback; it's so important to us that our customer's families and loved ones feel as safe and reassured in our care as we hope our customers do.

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Review from Lesley L (Daughter of Client) published on 18 February 2022 Submitted via Website
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My mother has been receiving care from Bluebird since Sep 21. Although initially reluctant to have home care, mum now feels very happy with her twice daily visits and particularly looks forward to seeing her main carer, who is personable, caring, efficient and with an eye for detail. It’s reassuring to know that as mum’s needs increase, in consultation with Bluebird, her care can be extended.
To start with, there was a lack of continuity of carers, (other than the main carer), which caused some stress to mum, however, Bluebird listened and this issue has largely been addressed; Mum now receives care from a much smaller cohort, which we’re very happy about.

Starting in-home care is a big step for many; Bluebird understands this - its carers are friendly, kind, respectful of their clients and property. The manager and supervisors are on hand to deal with any concerns or increased needs, reviewing the service to clients on a regular basis. I wholeheartedly recommend Bluebird Care.

Reply from Becky Edenborough, Digital Marketing Manager at Bluebird Care East Devon

Many thanks for your kind words, we will feed this back to the care team.

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Review from A S (Client / Service User) published on 17 February 2022 Submitted via Postal Card
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I have found Bluebird Care to be efficient, caring and helpful, both for myself and previously for my husband before he passed away.

Reply from William Flint, Director at Bluebird Care East Devon

Thank you so much for your feedback, it was our pleasure to have supported your late husband and to continue to also support you too.

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Review from Pat C (Wife of Client) published on 1 February 2022 Submitted via Website
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From the first day of having Bluebird Care for my husband, I was able to relax and leave him, knowing he was safe in their hands.
This is so important for a full-time carer, to be able to have this time out and let someone else take over for a time.

Bluebird Care is always punctual, and treat both my husband and I with respect and care.

Reply from Frances Rowe, Registered Manager at Bluebird Care East Devon

Many thanks for your review; it's a great pleasure to know that we are able to not only support our customers but their family members.

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Review from Jean B (Client / Service User) published on 7 July 2021 Submitted via Postal Card
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I have found all of the staff at Bluebird who has visited me treat me with respect and most willing to help me if needs be. They are always polite and I look forward to seeing them.

Reply from William Flint, Director at Bluebird Care East Devon

Thank you for this feedback. It's so good to hear that you look forward to seeing your support team!

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Review from Rosemary C (Daughter of Client) published on 17 May 2021 Submitted via Website
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My parents were very happy with the carers who helped them. They were unaccustomed to care at home but the staff were confident, competent and caring. I was very reassured as I don't live locally. The office staff were friendly and patient.

Reply from Jacqueline Fyall, Head of Business Development at Bluebird Care East Devon

Thank you for your positive feedback it is very much appreciated and will be passed on to the care team and office staff.

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Review from Gwenda S (Niece of Client) published on 28 April 2021 Submitted via Website
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After visiting my aunt in April after not being allowed to see her for such a long time, I could not believe how well she looked. She is receiving care from Bluebird and they have clearly done an amazing job at getting her back to baseline and her being able to be independent in her own home again. I saw one of the care workers while I was here and was delighted to see the correct use of PPE and how professional they looked.

Reply from Jacqueline Fyall, Head of Business Development at Bluebird Care East Devon

Thank you for your excellent review and observations, the feedback is very much appreciated by all the Bluebird care team.

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Review from J B (Daughter of Client) published on 27 April 2021 Submitted via Postal Card
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On the first contact with Bluebird, they were very helpful, friendly and great listeners. They went out of their way to fit my mum into their busy timetable. My mum was adamant she did not want carers but has accepted Bluebird really well. All credit to the carers. Thank you.

Reply from Jacqueline Fyall, Head of Business Development at Bluebird Care East Devon

Thank you for your positive feedback it is much appreciated and glad we could help your mum moving forward.

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Review from Michael B (Son of Client) published on 8 April 2021 Submitted via Website
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The office staff went above and beyond to organise additional care for my mother when she needed it and to make everything work. Very professional. Highly recommended. Staff are caring and compassionate, and it is very reassuring to know my mother is so well cared for.

Reply from Jacqueline Fyall, Head of Business Development at Bluebird Care East Devon

Thank you for your kind review; it is very much appreciated. I will feedback to the office team your positive comments.

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Review from Jonathan N (Son of Client) published on 29 March 2021 Submitted via Postal Card
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Very pleased with the service as are my parents. Bluebird use carers who are very sympathetic and aware of my parent's needs. Initially, my parents were not convinced about care of this type, but they now look forward to the daily visit. The back up service from the office team is also excellent, when there have been emergencies both ladies keep me aware of what is going on.

Reply from Jacqueline Fyall, Head of Business Development at Bluebird Care East Devon

Thank you very much for this kind review it is very much appreciated, glad you are happy with the care provided.

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Review from T P (Client / Service User) published on 25 March 2021 Submitted via Postal Card
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A delightful group of carers always punctual and will assist me in any task.

Reply from Jacqueline Fyall, Head of Business Development at Bluebird Care East Devon

Thank you for your kind review it is very much appreciated, I will inform the care staff of your feedback.

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Review from Tina G (Daughter of Client) published on 24 March 2021 Submitted via Website
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Empathic carers. Prompt response to enquiries. Reliable.
Following government guidance in relation to the donning and doffing of PPE
Good communication with both office and front line carers.

OpenPASS allows me to put my mind at rest and evidence that Mums needs have been met, or attempted to have been met, pending Mums level of compliance.

Reply from Jacqueline Fyall, Head of Business Development at Bluebird Care East Devon

Thank you for your kind review it is very much appreciated by the East Devon office team and care team.

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Review from S B (Daughter of Client) published on 15 March 2021 Submitted via Postal Card
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Our night sitter was knowledgeable, competent and friendly, she was kind and very supportive. She went above and beyond her hours to help us in our sad situation. I would recommend the service provided.

Reply from Frances Rowe, Registered Manager at Bluebird Care East Devon

Many thanks for taking the time to give us this feedback. We're glad that the member of staff was able to support you at that vital time and wish you all the very best.

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Review from Marita A (Client / Service User) published on 11 March 2021 Submitted via Postal Card
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Bluebird Care East Devon is truly exceptional on both accounts. Dementia understanding and rehabilitation after a serious hip operation. Could not have been better.

Reply from Jacqueline Fyall, Head of Business Development at Bluebird Care East Devon

Thank you for your review. We are so pleased you are happy with the service East Devon carers are providing.

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Review from Mary L (Client / Service User) published on 8 March 2021 Submitted via Postal Card
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Experienced carers obviously perform better and worm more quickly within the allotted times to deliver very good care.

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Thank you for your review it is much appreciated by the East Devon office team and care team.

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Regulatory Rating

Care Quality Commission (CQC) Rating

Date: 12 July 2018
Overall Outstanding
  • Caring Outstanding
  • Effective Outstanding
  • Responsive Outstanding
  • Safe Good
  • Well-led Outstanding
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Awards / Recognitions (8)

  • Recipient: Bluebird CareDate: Wednesday 31 May 2023
  • Recipient: Bluebird CareDate: Thursday 31 Mar 2022
  • Recipient: Bluebird Care East DevonDate: Monday 01 Jul 2019

Meet the Team (7)

William Flint Job Title: Director Joined: 2011
William Flint

William is a former NHS and Social Care Manager. He has extensive experience of managing and delivering high quality health services to the public. Locally, he was responsible for the joint delivery of Health and Social Care services for Adults in Exeter, Sidmouth, Seaton and Axminster. William has achieved a Masters Degree in Health Care Management (University of Birmingham), gained whilst on the highly competitive NHS Graduate Management Training Scheme.

William is driven by a desire to provide responsive high quality care services. He is particularly keen to provide individualised services that enrich the lives of those receiving them.

Sara Flint Job Title: Director Joined: 2011
Sara Flint

Sara is a Business graduate (Loughborough). Her working career started in Business Management for British Airways (she was fortunate enough to fly Concorde to New York!!). Locally Sara has worked for NHS Devon and the local Stroke Network, based at the Royal Devon and Exeter NHS Foundation Trust. She also managed the South West NHS Neonatal Networks which covered the Neonatal units from Gloucester to Lands End. Sara has always had a passion for the standards of care delivered to older people.

For a number of her adult years, Sara was a care worker supporting older people and so has "hands on" experience of care. Given her experience as a care worker, she has uncompromising standards in the area of customer care. Sara is an avid reader and loves walking, particularly on the "High Moors" with William and their dogs 'Poppy' and 'Ruby'.

Jacqueline Fyall Job Title: Business Leader & Head of Operations
Jacqueline Fyall

Jackie is a highly experienced Manager joining us after 14 years with the NHS.

Jackie is responsible for the legal and ethical running of the business, ensuring that we continue to meet the regulations set out by the Care Quality Commission. She also ensures that both our customers and staff alike are happy and that their needs are being met.

Debbie Marshall Job Title: Quality and Training Manager Joined: 2016
Debbie Marshall

Debbie has been working with Bluebird Care since April 2016. She has been working in the healthcare sector for 15 years.

As Quality and Training Manager, Debbie works together with all three of Bluebird Care hubs (Exeter, Exmouth & East Devon) to raise quality and the training of staff to the next level.

Kirsty Pidsley Job Title: Registered Hub Manager
Kirsty Pidsley

Kirsty is our Registered Hub Manager for East Devon and is based at our Bluebird Care office in the centre of Honiton.

Kirsty leads our team of Devon Bluebirds and is dedicated to providing quality home care throughout East Devon. She has worked in the world of care for over 12 years.

Julia Boyer Job Title: Care Co-ordinator
Julia Boyer

Julia joined Bluebird Care from the South West Ambulance service, where she previously worked as an Emergency Medical Advisor for 6 years.

As Care Coordinator, Julie allocates all of our weekly work with a real focus on continuity for our Customers and Care Assistants, ensuring customers are regularly supported by a small and regular team of Care Assistants.

Rachel Baker Job Title: Care Supervisor
Rachel Baker

Rachel previously worked as a Care Assistant and has been with Bluebird Care for just over a year. She was promoted to East Devon Supervisor because she is a valued member of the team and always goes above and beyond for her customers.

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Bluebird Care East Devon employs 33 carers.

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