Bluebird Care Leeds South

Delivering the highest quality of homecare and support is Shabir’s goal at Bluebird Care. But he also looks to support the wider community: "Making a contribution in the local community has been my personal aim both in paid employment and as a volunteer."

Before Bluebird Care, Shabir worked for a housing charity for over 16 years: "Giving a house to a family living in unsuitable housing/ bed and breakfast is hugely satisfying. The impact it has on the whole family is immeasurable and impossible to describe - especially the difference it makes to children's lives."

"Similarly, the care Bluebird provides has a huge impact on our customers' lives. Bluebird Care provides care that I would want for my own mother, father or other family members"

"Bluebird Care employs colleagues who are passionate about providing care. We empower them through good training and by giving them freedom to make decisions."

"Bluebird Care customers maintain their independence because they have complete control of the care they receive."

Diane has over 40 years of experience providing care, and as our Care Manager, she has a range of qualifications she draws on for her work: Train The Trainer (Infection Prevention, Safeguarding (Adults & Children), Medication, Moving & Handling), BTEC Level 5 Diploma, NVQ Level 4 & 3, all in Management & Leadership.

When she isn’t working, Diane loves playing Bingo, walking in the country, socialising, and spending quality time with her family. She also loves holidays abroad, where she often visits ancient archaeological sites.

“When someone is interested in live-in care, or respite care, I go to meet them and discuss their needs. I get to know them, and from that I put together a care plan and organise care for them.

When I meet a client, I try to look at the person as a whole and support them to live in the way they want. I look at their circumstances with them and from that, I can identify how best to support them.

With live-in care, particularly, we can provide a client with company and continued access to their familiar community, friends and family in their own home.

Again, with clients with dementia, live-in care in their own home is generally better than residential care. The familiar environment of a person’s own home is often preferable when dementia is involved.”