Bluebird Care Swale

123–125 High Street, Sittingbourne ME10 4AQ
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  • Bluebird Care Swale, Sittingbourne
At Bluebird Care (Swale) staff believe in an efficient and quality care delivery, in a way that achieves dignity and respect for each individual. Customers are kept well informed of any developments, as the provider values a service free of stress or complication.

Working both with private clients and also social services, all budgets are personalised and direct payments via the local council are possible.

A hard-working team work to safeguard vulnerable adults through all weathers and 365 days of the year. Bluebird Care also strives to help adults choose the carers they prefer.

Care Provided

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

Funding & Fees

Please call us to discuss our rates.

Good to Know

Group/Owner

Person in charge

  • Jordan Byrne (Director)
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Bluebird Care Swale has a Review Score of 9.7 (9.745) out of 10, based on 16 reviews in the last 2 years.
Over all time Bluebird Care Swale has 39 reviews.

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Review from A B (Guardian of Client) published on 4 August 2021 Submitted via Website • Report
Overall Experience 5.0 out of 5
Very happy and friendly girls, they do an excellent job caring, they are amazing with her I couldn't say a bad thing about them. Always professional and make sure we are happy with the care before they leave.
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Review from Andrew (Son of Client) published on 26 April 2021 Submitted via Website • Report
Overall Experience 5.0 out of 5
Quick and easy to set up. Friendly and caring support with all tasks.
Nothing is too much trouble.
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Review from Andy C (Brother of Client) published on 21 April 2021 Submitted via Website • Report
Overall Experience 5.0 out of 5
We organised care for my sister through Bluebirds Swale as she was diagnosed with Alzheimer’s and was struggling to cope. From the initial assessment to the actual care taking place, the helpfulness and understanding were excellent. The few days per week she spends with her designated carer has made
a tremendous difference in her welfare and mental health caused by her Alzheimer’s. Her carer is very well acquainted with what is needed when looking after a person who is suffering from this awful disease and I can’t praise them high enough! I would certainly recommend Bluebirds to anyone who is in a similar position.
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Review from Jenny L (Daughter of Client) published on 15 March 2021 Submitted via Website • Report
Overall Experience 5.0 out of 5
I have nothing but praise for the Bluebird team. The office staff went above and beyond to deliver the right package for our needs. Circumstances became critical for me, and within a day, they'd worked so hard and put together four visits each day for my mother, as opposed to the two visits daily. The
girls are wonderful. They breeze in with a cheery greeting and remain light-hearted all the while they are doing their job. Nothing is ever too much trouble, and it's all done with so much care and understanding. One day, not only will I miss my Mum, I'll truly miss the girls who care for her so well.
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Review from T A (Daughter-in-law of Client) published on 1 March 2021 Submitted via Postal Card • Report
Overall Experience 5.0 out of 5
I am very pleased with the way the carers are with my mother-in-law, very caring and extremely pleasant. The carers are very good at timekeeping. Overall I am extremely pleased with the service we have received.
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Review from Jane P (Daughter of Client) published on 12 February 2021 Submitted via Website • Report
Overall Experience 5.0 out of 5
Professional, reliable, friendly and compassionate care provider who I would wholeheartedly recommend. Their role allows my mum to continue living in her own home and she also enjoys the interaction when catching up with the carers!
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Review from Patricia (Stepdaughter of Client) published on 5 February 2021 Submitted via Website • Report
Overall Experience 5.0 out of 5
Bluebird Care has been a lifeline for my stepmother and for me. They have supported her for nearly a year in all aspects even though she fought them all the way. Being a very independent person it has not been easy for them to help her but they persevered.
She finally accepted their help begrudgingly.
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girls were caring and friendly.
I received support from them too at a time when I was sometimes at my wit's end. They were always ready to lend an ear. I would recommend them highly.
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Review from Maureen I (Daughter of Client) published on 5 February 2021 Submitted via Website • Report
Overall Experience 5.0 out of 5
My Dad was in the care of Bluebird Care for a number of months until being admitted to hospital in December 2020. The care he received was exceptional, every carer treating him as they would one of their own family. Dad's needs changed over time, but the care remained of a high standard. He's extremely
hard of hearing so it became more difficult for him once Covid arrived and masks had to be worn. His carers always ensured that he understood what they needed to do and that he was ok with it. Unfortunately it came to the point were Dad needed 24 hour care and we as a family felt that it was time for him to move into a nursing home as his needs had changed considerably.
We can't thank the girls (and occasionally boys) from Bluebird enough for the care that they gave Dad, it was second to none and we really appreciated it and so did Dad. We came to look on them as part of pour extended family. Thank you Bluebird.
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Review from R W (Daughter of Client) published on 5 February 2021 Submitted via Postal Card • Report
Overall Experience 5.0 out of 5
My dad was in palliative care and my mum needed night care so she could rest. We had a wonderful carer doing waking nights several times a week. She was excellent with Dad and kept his spirit up right to the end, she was with Dad and us when he passed away. We could not thank her and Bluebird enough
for what they did for us.
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Review from Claire W (Daughter of Client) published on 3 February 2021 Submitted via Website • Report
Overall Experience 1.0 out of 5
My mum was at the end of her life and a double hand. We were told that these people were fully trained in end of life care. She had four times a day and in the first day saw eight different carers. Sadly not one of the eight read the care plan before entering the home and expected us to tell them what
was needed. This company should not be trading, they knew nothing about end of life care and once left my mother not knowing if she was dead or not. Thank god we still had a live-in carer that rushed straight to Mum and called the family as she was in a bad way. Thankfully she only had to put up with this for 48 hours. Sadly she has now passed away. People be very careful about this company and its staff do not listen.
Reply from Melinda Street, Head Of Care And Support at Bluebird Care Swale

We are sorry to hear of your bad experience over such a short period of time. As you can see from previous reviews, we have been praised for our exceptional standards of care and our attention to fine detail.
Please feel free to call the office on 01795 422200 to speak to Melinda Street, Head of Care and Support directly to discuss further.

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Review from Maria A (Client) published on 9 November 2020 Submitted via Website • Report
Overall Experience 5.0 out of 5
I felt compelled to write a review on how outstanding this care company was in undertaking my father's needs in his last weeks. Such was their care, attention to detail, empathy and regard for my father's wishes, dignity and comfort, I am comforted to know how calmly and serenely my father was able
to cross the bridge.
He was under palliative care and suffered many ailments, yet this care company saw to it that his every wish was met and due diligence and kindness afforded him the most comfort in his last weeks. Bluebird Care interacted with myself and other family members and kept us informed of his needs and status as the days went on. The carers were all so professional and of cheery, kind dispositions, with great emphasis on attention to detail, giving his medication and serving his dietary requirements.
I was so impressed by this company and so inspired by the team leaders as well as the carers that I have applied to work for them.
A company with outstanding ethics/ethos.
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Review from Paul S (Son of Client) published on 4 November 2020 Submitted via Website • Report
Overall Experience 5.0 out of 5
Really impressed and happy with all aspects of Bluebird Care Agency - the management were really flexible and helped us through a very difficult time with multiple last-minute care requests and cancellations - super empathetic and understanding. The carers were all really kind, professional and experienced
... completely unphased about caring for my father who suffers from severe dementia and was often unpredictable and always very tricky to care for and they all did a superb job.
I would not hesitate to call Bluebird again in the future and would highly recommend them.
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Review from Caroline N (Daughter of Client) published on 26 October 2020 Submitted via Website • Report
Overall Experience 5.0 out of 5
The care Bluebird gave to Mum during her last days was exceptional. The girls treated Mum as though she was their own mum. They took time and always found out what Mum needed that day, they communicated outside of the visits so the next carers who came were fully up to date with how Mum had been and
whilst we were struggling, we felt that we were not alone, as they always asked if we were ok and if we needed anything. They were so gentle and compassionate. I would, without hesitation, recommend them to anyone who needs a professional and caring company for their loved one.
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Review from J E (Wife of Client) published on 16 September 2020 Submitted via Postal Card • Report
Overall Experience 5.0 out of 5
I have been very impressed with the carers that we have seen. They have all been enthusiastic and kind.
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Review from A R (Husband of Client) published on 1 September 2020 Submitted via Postal Card • Report
Overall Experience 4.0 out of 5
My wife has been receiving care from the company for over two years now. The caring staff are excellent, but not can be said for the management. They need a good shakeup.
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Review from L F (Daughter of Client) published on 21 August 2020 Submitted via Postal Card • Report
Overall Experience 4.0 out of 5
Bluebird Care Swale provides a great service to my mum. I can rely on them turning up to provide the care that my mum needs and the caring staff are always friendly and treat my mum with respect.
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Review from G W (Husband of Client) published on 21 August 2020 Submitted via Postal Card • Report
Overall Experience 5.0 out of 5
A very understanding and caring company and most helpful.
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Review from C H (Daughter of Client) published on 21 August 2020 Submitted via Postal Card • Report
Overall Experience 5.0 out of 5
My mother has dementia and all the staff she has had have been caring and treated her with dignity. They have done all that has been agreed between myself and Bluebird for the care of my mother. I am extremely happy with the care she is receiving. Also if I have any queries the office and management
staff have always had the answer and stored my problem.
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Review from Jill G (Wife of Client) published on 26 June 2020 Submitted via Website • Report
Overall Experience 5.0 out of 5
Bluebird Care Swale went above and beyond to help us, and get my husband the care and equipment he needed. The office ladies were so kind and took care of everything. The carers we had attend the calls were lovely and so helpful and understanding. It really helps during these difficult times to have
help and support. Thank you so much!
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Current Review Score: 9.7 (9.745)

Overview of Review Score

The Review Score of 9.7 (9.745) out of 10 for Bluebird Care Swale 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 16 Reviews in the last 24 months.
  2. The score for the number of positive Reviews is 5.0 out of 5 from 15 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 4.745 for Bluebird Care Swale is calculated as follows: ( (72 Excellents x 5) + (20 Goods x 4) + (2 Satisfactorys x 3) ) ÷ 94 Ratings = 4.745
  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 Swale is based on 15 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 + 0.1 = 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: 26 Mar 2022

Overall Good

  • Caring Good
  • Effective Good
  • Responsive Good
  • Safe Good
  • Well-led Good
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Meet the Team (7)

Charlene

Charlene Bennett

Job Title: Director of Care Joined: 2021

I joined Bluebird Care Swale in August 2021 as a Care Assistant, with no prior experience in the sector. I quickly developed a strong passion for care and progressed into an On-Call Assistant role by December 2021.
In September 2022, I transitioned into the office as a Support Supervisor, supporting new carers as they began their careers and taking on the responsibility of Manager on Call. I was later promoted to Lead Customer Support Supervisor, where I continued to focus on delivering high-quality, person-centred care.
Now, as Director of Care, I am proud to lead a dedicated team committed to excellence. I am also a qualified Mental Health First Aider, supporting the wellbeing of our staff and promoting a positive workplace culture.
I am passionate about upholding the highest standards of care and proud to be part of a service that truly makes a difference.

Gemma

Gemma Cubitt

Job Title: Deputy Head of Care/Customer Support Supervisor Joined: 2017

I started working for Bluebird Care Swale in 2018 as a care assistant. This was completely new to me, but I absolutely loved my role. Every day was different, and knowing that I was making a difference to people’s lives made me realise I had chosen the right career path for me.


My goal at the time was to become part of the Swale Office Team so that I could be involved in speaking with professionals, supervising and working my way up through the company. I started off as a care supervisor in 2019, to then changed my role in 2021 to Care Coordinator, which I am still very much enjoying now, ensuring that all our customers are receiving visits on their required days and times. My role as a coordinator is often challenging but enjoyable.


I have recently been promoted to Deputy Head of Care, which I am very grateful for. I have worked hard to be where I am now, and I am proud to work for such a great team who all work hard to ensure our customers are being provided with the best care.

Amy

Amy Edwards

Job Title: Training Support Supervisor Joined: 2015

Amy joined Bluebird Care (Medway) in March 2015 as a Care Assistant. Her constant good conduct, devotion to customers and commitment to her caring role secured her promotion in February 2017 to Care Mentor and just recently, at the end of March 2018, Amy gained a further promotion to Support Supervisor and works in the office for three days per week.


Amy was shortlisted for a Bluebird Care national award in 2017. She even went through to the finals, having won Carer of the Year for the South East region. Well done Amy!


From November 2019, Amy's role as Support Supervisor changed to Training Supervisor, with her having the sole responsibility for training new Care Workers in both the Medway area and the Swale area.

Kate

Kate Cracknell

Job Title: Care Co-ordinator Joined: 2022

I joined Bluebird Care Swale as a Care Assistant in 2022.


I really enjoy my role as a carer and helping to make a difference in people's lives.


In June 2024, I took on the role of Field Care Supervisor.  This role entails assisting the office with mentoring and supporting the carers

Susan

Susan Russell

Job Title: Care Assistant Joined: 2014

I’ve been a care worker with Bluebird for over 4 years, the job fell in my lap but feel that I have found my niche, I find the job thoroughly rewarding and look forward to seeing the people I care for.


I am also an I Care Ambassador for Bluebird Care Swale, where I attend meetings and group chats to share my knowledge about my role as a Care Assistant

Jordan

Jordan Byrne

Job Title: Director Joined: 2024

Hi, I’m Jordan Byrne, the proud owner of Bluebird Care Swale! 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 firsthand 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: 2024

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 whilst 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 about the great work that everyone does day to day.

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