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Person-centered care packages are offered that fully respect the dignity of the individual.
Staff are selected that have strong care skills and who are warm and empathetic.
Candidates have to undergo a rigorous recruitment programme before undergoing training.
Care Provided by Bluebird Care Newark, Sherwood & Bassetlaw
Types of Home Care
- Visiting Care
- Live-in Care
- 24 Hour Care
- Nursing/Nurse Led 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)
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
Nursing / Nurse Led Care
- PEG Feeding
- Stoma Care
- Catheter Care
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
Accreditations
- Gold Standards Framework (GSF)
Funding & Fees
Daily Charges per Person
Contact Bluebird Care Newark, Sherwood & Bassetlaw to get a personalised quote:
live in rates are based on dependency and needs.
The price(s) shown are provided by the agency. Contact Bluebird Care Newark, Sherwood & Bassetlaw for full pricing details and T&Cs.
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
- Bluebird Care
- Private Owned
Person in charge
- Alan Pankhurst (Director)
Bluebird Care Newark, Sherwood & Bassetlaw Reviews (20)
Bluebird Care Newark, Sherwood & Bassetlaw has a Review Score of 9.4 (9.441) out of 10, based on 9 reviews in the last 2 years.
Over all time Bluebird Care Newark, Sherwood & Bassetlaw has 20 reviews.
We came across Bluebird Care after trying out other agencies. I'll be frank looking after my mum was...
We came across Bluebird Care after trying out other agencies. I'll be frank looking after my mum was not easy even when she was relatively well and still capable of moving about albeit within limitations.
The Bluebird team joined our journey as mum's care became more complex and ultimately led to her diagnosis of end of life. The decision mum made was to be able to stay and die at home.
The Bluebird team were great. Backroom office is very approachable and responded quickly throughout our time working with them. They do look expensive however care isn't cheap.
Mum's carers who remained the same throughout were outstanding. They meshed in with mum, myself, my brothers and the District and Palliative Nurse teams sensitively and always professionally and were/are amazing much loved heroes.
Thank you for sharing such a heartfelt review of your experience with Bluebird Care. We are deeply touched by your kind words and honoured to have been part of your mum's journey, particularly during such a precious and difficult time. We know how important it was for your mum to remain at home,...
Thank you for sharing such a heartfelt review of your experience with Bluebird Care. We are deeply touched by your kind words and honoured to have been part of your mum's journey, particularly during such a precious and difficult time. We know how important it was for your mum to remain at home, surrounded by familiar faces and the people she loved. We're delighted that our care team provided the compassion, consistency and professionalism you needed, working closely with your family and healthcare professionals to support you all. We will be sure to share your lovely comments with the carers and office team, who will be so pleased to know the difference they made. Thank you for trusting us to care for your mum. Our thoughts remain with you and your family.
Very satisfied. Staff very professional and helpful.
Very satisfied. Staff very professional and helpful.
Thank you so much for your kind words! We're delighted to hear you were very satisfied with our service. Our team takes great pride in being professional, caring, and helpful, so it's wonderful to know your experience reflected that. We really appreciate you taking the time to leave us a review.
Best wishes,Bluebird Care Newark & Sherwood
The carers who visit my mother are kind & caring but professional as well. Regular contact from the office is appreciated
The carers who visit my mother are kind & caring but professional as well. Regular contact from the office is appreciated
We are also pleased that you find our regular communication helpful, as keeping families informed is...
Thank you so much for your kind feedback. Were delighted to hear that our carers are providing both compassionate and professional support to your mother, its exactly the standard we strive for.We are also pleased that you find our regular communication helpful, as keeping families informed is very important to us. Your comments mean a great deal, and we truly appreciate you taking the time to share your experience.
Highly recommend Bluebird Care Company, From first contacting the company for information to now nearly 2 years of care they are absolutely fantastic, when weve needed extra care and support for our family members they have always accommodated, nothing is ever to much trouble, thank you so much to...
Highly recommend Bluebird Care Company, From first contacting the company for information to now nearly 2 years of care they are absolutely fantastic, when weve needed extra care and support for our family members they have always accommodated, nothing is ever to much trouble, thank you so much to all the staff and management are fantastic
We're delighted to hear that you've been happy with the care and support provided over the past two years. Our team always strives to be as flexible and...
Thank you so much for your kind words and recommendation. It truly means a lot to us that you've taken the time to share your experience.We're delighted to hear that you've been happy with the care and support provided over the past two years. Our team always strives to be as flexible and responsive as possible, so it's wonderful to know that this has made a positive difference for your family.
Your appreciation will be shared with all of our staff and management-they'll be so pleased to hear your feedback. Thank you again for your trust and support.
We recently had a review with Bluebird, my mother was there together with three of her daughters including me. Everything went very well, a few suggestions were put forward by us as well as the member of staff conducting the review. We and my mother (the client) expressed how pleased we are with...
We recently had a review with Bluebird, my mother was there together with three of her daughters including me. Everything went very well, a few suggestions were put forward by us as well as the member of staff conducting the review. We and my mother (the client) expressed how pleased we are with the overall service provided by bluebird, hence the five star review. All members of staff are always respectful, friendly and courteous
We're delighted to hear that the review meeting went well and that you felt listened to and involved. Your kind words about our team being respectful, friendly, and courteous truly mean a lot, and we'll be sure to share your feedback with them.
It's a privilege to support your mother and your family.
She needed 4 care visits per day handling all areas of nutrition, personal care,...
She needed 4 care visits per day handling all areas of nutrition, personal care, housekeeping and companionship. She was a very independent person and adamant that she wanted to stay out of a care home. On the face of it, a challenging commission for Bluebird. An independent , private person who needed a high level of very personal care.
I have immense appreciation for the work Bluebird did for her.
A really friendly, approachable team -from management to carers. Very very professional and down to earth practical.
Her last few months have been very difficult but she died in January ,at home, as she wanted.
The care on her last day was extraordinary.
They do more than just do their job well. They truly focus a huge range of skills on meeting the needs of their client. Excellent
Thank you so much for sharing this and for your kind words. It was a real privilege to care for Christine and to support her in staying at home, as she wished. Your appreciation of our carers and team means a great deal to us, and we're truly grateful for the trust you placed in us during such a difficult time.
Mum is very happy with the service provided by Bluebird. One or two problems have been recently resolved and all is well. The care staff are very kind and excellent in every way.
Mum is very happy with the service provided by Bluebird. One or two problems have been recently resolved and all is well. The care staff are very kind and excellent in every way.
Thank you for rating us; we appreciate you taking the time to do this! Please do not hesitate to reach out if there's more we can do for you!
I have assistance each morning to help get washed, dressed and breakfasted. All the carers are cheerful and ask how I am. I'm always asked if I've taken my medication. We all have a good routine and I'm always asked if there is anything else I would like them to do. Overall a very good continuous...
I have assistance each morning to help get washed, dressed and breakfasted. All the carers are cheerful and ask how I am. I'm always asked if I've taken my medication. We all have a good routine and I'm always asked if there is anything else I would like them to do. Overall a very good continuous experience.
Hi, thank you for taking the time to complete this review, we appreciate your positive rating! Please don't hesitate to give us a call if there's anything else we can do for you!
Staff are punctual and very caring. Personal care performed with dignity. Reassuring and caring support.
Staff are punctual and very caring. Personal care performed with dignity. Reassuring and caring support.
Your great rating means a lot to us and we appreciate you taking the time to leave us this review! Take care.
We have had an excellent experience working with Bluebird Care during what has been a stressful time for both my mother and our family. After Mum was diagnosed with stage 4 cancer in May, we contacted Bluebird to enquire about their in-home care services. Right from the get-go, Bluebird has been...
We highly recommend Bluebird to those looking for quality care as they have a genuine desire to provide the best quality of care for those in need.
Thank you, you really made our day! We always love to receive a positive review of the care we provide and appreciate you taking the time to rate us.
My mother has been under the care of Bluebird for a considerable time now l find the office team very helpful and professional. The Management team listens, supports, and tries to offer an excellent Service. The Carers who look after my mother is experienced, dedicated, and trained well in the area...
Rightfully so l have a high expectation of a private Care Company and Bluebird does deliver.
Thank you so much for the positive review! We will continue to do our best to earn it! Please don't hesitate to reach out to us if there's anything additional we can do for you. Have a great day!
Excellent service from Bluebird Care. Professional, caring staff, enable Mum to live in her own home. Good communication between staff and family. Very pleased with the service and can highly recommend the service.
Excellent service from Bluebird Care. Professional, caring staff, enable Mum to live in her own home. Good communication between staff and family. Very pleased with the service and can highly recommend the service.
Thank you for taking the time to complete this review. It means a lot to get such great feedback about the support we are providing your mum.
My elderly mother has had the support of Bluebird Care for two years now and has been very pleased with the support she has been given. The carers have been very friendly and supportive, taking on the daily tasks Mum just cannot do anymore because of her physical condition. One or two carers have...
My elderly mother has had the support of Bluebird Care for two years now and has been very pleased with the support she has been given. The carers have been very friendly and supportive, taking on the daily tasks Mum just cannot do anymore because of her physical condition. One or two carers have become friends, in her eyes, which makes such a difference to her daily mood and sense of value and purpose. The flexibility of the provider is highly valued and we work closely with our contact to ensure good communication all-round. Our only criticism is that occasionally a carer has arrived outside of the allocated time - not a great problem but not ideal for many reasons, although this is rare. We think that the cost is expensive, probably at the top end for the care being provided and this is the only reason we have not awarded a five-star rating. Thank you to Bluebird Care for their invaluable ongoing care and support.
Thank you for rating us; we appreciate you taking the time to do this! Please do not hesitate to reach out if there's more we can do for you!
Staff, ono the whole, go out of their way to help and assist, where necessary, without being over-intrusive.
Staff, ono the whole, go out of their way to help and assist, where necessary, without being over-intrusive.
We strive to provide the best customer experience. Please know that we greatly appreciate the time you took out of your day to post a positive review! Many thanks!
Excellent service - carers and management. Always 'stepped up' when we have needed extra help/care. All carers have been wonderful to both Mum and Dad. Thank you.
Excellent service - carers and management. Always 'stepped up' when we have needed extra help/care. All carers have been wonderful to both Mum and Dad. Thank you.
Thank you for such a great rating! We strive for excellence and thank you for taking the time to leave us a review. Have a great day!
As a family group, we were able to secure the services, for the first time, of Bluebird Care for our 92-year-old mother, who was recently discharged from the hospital. From what we have experienced...
As a family group, we were able to secure the services, for the first time, of Bluebird Care for our 92-year-old mother, who was recently discharged from the hospital. From what we have experienced so far, in just six weeks, one of the aims of Bluebird is to try and keep the number of carers for each client down to a minimum to allow the client to receive continuity of care with familiar faces around them. We think this is most important for an elderly person who has had no prior experience in accepting help from professional care organisations.
All our communications with Bluebird Care have been professionally dealt with, and responses quickly received. To date, any issues raised during a carer's visit have been communicated to us in a timely manner to enable a swift resolution. Nothing is too much trouble for the team, both front-line and office-based, and we're pleased we found you.
Hi, thank you so much for this great review, you really made our day! We always love to receive a positive review of the care we provide and appreciate you taking the time to rate us!
Bluebird has been very reliable, helpful, sensitive and caring while looking after my husband who has Dementia. They came in the evenings to get him into bed and give him his medication to give me a break. They also come one afternoon a week and do a variety of activities with him and he greatly...
Bluebird has been very reliable, helpful, sensitive and caring while looking after my husband who has Dementia. They came in the evenings to get him into bed and give him his medication to give me a break. They also come one afternoon a week and do a variety of activities with him and he greatly enjoys their company. I will definitely use them again.
Your great rating means a lot to us, and we appreciate you taking the time to leave us this review. Please do not hesitate to reach out if there's more we can do for you in the future. Best wishes!
My wife's medical issues are complex, however, the regular team of carers have the understanding, experience and appropriate bedside manner to deal with most eventualities. This has been demonstrated over the past 12-months, in particular, providing extra care/liaising with district nurses with...
My wife's medical issues are complex, however, the regular team of carers have the understanding, experience and appropriate bedside manner to deal with most eventualities. This has been demonstrated over the past 12-months, in particular, providing extra care/liaising with district nurses with respect to the management of pressure sore, which in turn, with their support, has now healed, alongside day to day routines they remain vigilant and aware at all times.
Thank you so much for your great rating! Your review is very important to us, as our goal is to deliver an outstanding customer experience. Best wishes!
My mum has been fortunate enough to be cared for by the Bluebird team for several years now. The standard of care she receives from the front line carers and the office team is professional, compassionate, well organised, and efficient. As is the communication and interaction with the family,...
I also have 9 years experience of in dealing with 3 different care providers in a neighbouring local authority. In all this time non of them have delivered the consistently high standards that I have encountered with Bluebird.
Hi Louise, thank you so much for rating us! Our team takes pride in providing an excellent customer experience, keeping people safe and happy in their own home and we're glad you feel we do this well! Many thanks, Stuart Pankhurst
I am quite satisfied with how things are going. I get on with all the carers.
I am quite satisfied with how things are going. I get on with all the carers.
Regulatory Rating
Care Quality Commission (CQC) Rating
Date: 08 December 2023Good
- CaringGood
- EffectiveGood
- ResponsiveGood
- SafeGood
- Well-ledGood
Inspection ratings
We rate most services according to how safe, effective, caring, responsive and well-led they are, using four levels:
- Outstanding - The service is performing exceptionally well.
- Good - The service is performing well and meeting our expectations.
- Requires Improvement - The service isn't performing as well as it should and we have told the service how it must improve.
- Inadequate - The service is performing badly and we've taken action against the person or organisation that runs it.
- Not rated - we have not yet rated this area of the service, this is normally because the assessments we have carried out have been focused on other key questions.
News (3)
- 30 Jul 2025
A local care expert is celebrating after having been recognised for their hard work, compassion and dedication in an important care award. Amy Crawford, who works for Bluebird Care Newark...
- 16 Jul 2025
Bluebird Care (Newark & Sherwood) has once again achieved the Gold Compliance Standard — for the second consecutive year — with an outstanding internal quality and compliance score of 95%!...
- 05 Feb 2025
Bluebird Care Newark & Sherwood, a local home care provider, has sponsored away kit for RHP Colts Green U8, a youth football team based in Newark. The team, made up...
Awards / Recognitions (4)
- 29 May 2026Recipient: Bluebird Care
- 25 Apr 2024Recipient: Bluebird Care Newark, Sherwood & Bassetlaw
- 31 May 2023Recipient: Bluebird Care
Accreditations
Meet the Team (4)

Sarah is one of the owners of Bluebird Care Newark & Sherwood, joining the family business in 2013.
Her working background was in business and...
Sarah is one of the owners of Bluebird Care Newark & Sherwood, joining the family business in 2013.
Her working background was in business and finance, which has supported her in her role as Office Manager. Sarah is very passionate about supporting her customers with the high standards of care she would expect to receive herself or for her family as and when the time comes, whilst ensuring her staff are supported throughout their time with Bluebird Care.
“As a family business, our aim is to be able to support our customers to remain independent in their own homes for as long as possible. For some of our customers, the carers they see may be the only company they receive, so we want to ensure we are supporting them in the ways they need, whether it be supporting them with a bath a cup of tea and a natter, it makes all the difference!”

Bluebird Care Newark and Sherwood is owned and managed by Director Alan Pankhurst. Alan was made redundant in December 2010 from Lincolnshire County...
Bluebird Care Newark and Sherwood is owned and managed by Director Alan Pankhurst. Alan was made redundant in December 2010 from Lincolnshire County Council where he spent 10 years as their Research Manager investigating demographic changes and their impact on services.
Overall, Alan has had 30 years of managerial experience mainly in the public sector responsible for recruiting and training staff, marketing services and managing significant department and team budgets. He was also employed as a regional management consultant responsible for efficiency studies into local offices performance, budget management and staffing levels.
Whilst Alan has no direct work experience in the care sector, he has, over the last 7 years, worked very closely with the Director of Public Health and the Primary Care Trust on their joint needs assessment so understands the problems and challenges facing the sector. He is passionate about providing good quality care and making a difference in people’s lives.

Emma joined our Bluebird Care team in May 2023 as our registered manager. Emma has a wealth of experience in the care sector and has worked in...
Emma joined our Bluebird Care team in May 2023 as our registered manager. Emma has a wealth of experience in the care sector and has worked in different areas, including palliative care where she is most passionate about. She has worked both in care assistant roles and managerial roles over her time within the care sector and understands the importance of high care standards.
“I believe that good care ultimately starts at home and that everyone is entitled to high standards of care. I came to Bluebird Care to make a difference and feel that here we can truly tailor our customers’ care to what they need. Through training and support our carers can make that difference in our customer’s lives.”

Katie joined Bluebird Care as Deputy Manager in March 2026 and is delighted to be back with the team. Having previously been part of the Newark &...
Katie joined Bluebird Care as Deputy Manager in March 2026 and is delighted to be back with the team. Having previously been part of the Newark & Sherwood care team as a Care Expert during and following the COVID-19 pandemic, Katie is now Deputy Manager for both the Nottingham and Newark & Sherwood teams.
With 19 years of experience in the care sector, Katie brings extensive knowledge across palliative, residential, dementia, private and home care services. Holding a Level 3 qualification in Health & Social Care, she is committed to continuous professional development and has recently completed Train the Trainer courses in Medication Administration, Moving & Handling, Basic Life Support, Safeguarding, and Dementia Awareness.
Passionate about person-centred care, Katie believes everyone deserves the opportunity to remain comfortably at home while receiving compassionate, respectful and high-quality support. She looks forward to supporting colleagues and making a positive difference to the lives of customers and their families.
Frequently Asked Questions about Bluebird Care Newark, Sherwood & Bassetlaw
How much does Bluebird Care Newark, Sherwood & Bassetlaw cost?
The agency lists fees from £35 for hourly visiting care and between £1,400 and £1,800 for weekly live-in care. Funding accepted: Private Funding (Self-funded), Direct Payments (from Local Authority/NHS), NHS (Contracted Provider).
How many Carers does Bluebird Care Newark, Sherwood & Bassetlaw employ?
Bluebird Care Newark, Sherwood & Bassetlaw employs 35 carers.
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