Bluebird Care Dudley, Kidderminster & Malvern

23/10/2025

Some really useful tips here for those supporting someone living with Dementia. 💙

Reminder! The clocks go back this weekend ⏰

Changing the clocks can be confusing for all of us – but for someone living with dementia it can be particularly disorientating and even distressing.

Thankfully there are a few easy things we can do to help minimise any disruption.

Consider having dinner and going to bed an hour earlier on Saturday, so that the person you’re caring for still gets enough sleep and can wake up at their usual time on Sunday.

Keep to a regular routine during the day and at bedtime. Doing regular activities at the same time each day – for example, going for a walk after breakfast – can help a person with dementia make sense of the time.

Gentle exercise outdoors can help the person feel sleepier during the evening. If this isn’t an option, keeping them active during the day can have a similar effect.

Use blackout curtains to reduce sunlight in the evening to help with body clock regulation.

Invest in an auto-setting clock for them. Reading a clock face can be tricky for some people with dementia, so often digital clocks are easier. You can also get clocks that show the day of the week and date as well as the time, and for some people a day/night clock can help them distinguish what time of day it is.

23/10/2025

It was lovely to see some of our amazing carers in the office for a regular staff meeting recently. We often have one or 2 carers popping by but it's wonderful to have a group of them in - plenty of sharing best practice combined with lots of laughs. We can't wait for the next one! 😊💙

22/10/2025

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22/10/2025

A great chance to meet people and learn about our local area.☕

We’re delighted to launch ‘Coffee, cake and Castle Hill’ – a new free community initiative to connect more people with nature and each other!

Starting on Tuesday, November 4 and running here at DZC two mornings a week throughout the winter months, the free event will offer residents a chance to meet and talk with others in a warm and welcoming space and learn more about the natural and man-made history of our local area.

The coffee mornings will run between 10.30am and 12.30pm on a Tuesday and Thursday in the Tecton Room off the Safari Shop and will involve a variety of talks and presentations from zoo staff and external partners, as well as complimentary coffee, tea, biscuits and cake!

DZC’s Conservation and Development Co-ordinator, Jack Williams, said: “We’re incredibly grateful to have secured funding for these coffee mornings from the UK government, through the UK Shared Prosperity Fund and to be partnering with Dudley Council as we look to engage the wider community with the natural world around us.

“We invite anyone who would like to enjoy coffee, cake and a chat to come along and have some fun. We hope these coffee mornings will bring people together and create lasting friendships while also enabling us to celebrate and discuss the rich history of Castle Hill and Dudley town with local residents.”

Although the coffee mornings are free, we do ask places are pre-booked as space is limited.

Places can be booked by calling 01384 215313 or online here: https://onlineshop.dudleyzoo.org.uk/DudleyZoo/sessions.aspx?tid=122

Please note, there will be no admission to the zoo at these sessions.

21/10/2025

A week on from our virtual Dementia Experience we have been receiving feedback and reflecting on a wonderful day where we were joined by leading experts in caring for those with Dementia from across our area and together we deepened our understanding of Dementia. We are grateful to Training 2 Care for delivering such enlightening training which has allowed us to improve our care and strengthen our position as a leader in proving expert Dementia care in our area. 💙

To read more about our experience 👉️https://nuvi.me/e4lmok

20/10/2025

Your mental health matters. 🧠💙
From counselling to resilience training, we make sure our teams always feel supported.
By fostering a culture of openness and care, we empower our teams to be their best, for themselves and for others.
Learn more on our website! 💻️ https://nuvi.me/jhwzi5

17/10/2025

Take a moment to breathe… in the forest this October. 🍂
Forest bathing, or Shinrin-yoku, isn’t just a walk in the woods, it’s a way to reconnect with nature and yourself. Surrounded by the brilliant autumn colours, spending time among the trees can:
• Reduce stress and anxiety 💆‍♀️
• Boost mood and mental clarity 😊
• Lower blood pressure and heart rate ❤️
• Strengthen immune function 🌿
Even a short stroll amid the golden, red, and amber leaves can leave you feeling calmer, more focused, and revitalised. 🌳

16/10/2025

Tuesday was an amazing day at Bluebird Care Dudley, Kidderminster & Malvern. We hosted the Virtual Dementia Experience, an immersive training session that helped us, and our guests, understand what it really feels like to live with dementia.

It was an emotional, powerful and unforgettable day. Many participants described it as “life-changing” and “eye-opening.”

We were honoured to welcome Deputy Mayor of Dudley, Councillor Mushtaq Hussain and so many wonderful guests from our local health community - including nurses, therapists and families supporting loved ones with dementia.

A huge thank you to Training 2 Care for leading the session, Wiltshire Farm Foods for the lovely refreshments, and Dudley Archives and Local History for hosting us so beautifully.

At Bluebird Care Dudley, Kidderminster & Malvern we believe understanding dementia is the first step to providing exceptional care and we are proud to lead the way in supporting families across the Dudley and Kidderminster areas.💙

To learn more about our Virtual Dementia Experience 👉️ https://nuvi.me/s2exfm

15/10/2025

Every day, our Care Professionals step into homes filled with memories, treasures, and stories.
Every customer is unique, with different needs, lifestyles, and personalities, and we provide care that reflects that.
By creating bespoke care experiences, we help people live fulfilling lives at home for as long as possible, supporting independence, comfort, and connection. 🏡
It’s more than care. It’s building trusting relationships that make a real difference. 💙
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13/10/2025

Same armchair. 🛋 Same teacup. ☕ The comfort of home. 🏠
We provide care that fits into life, not the other way around.
Whether it's post-op help or companionship visits, we support your loved one in their favourite place: home.
Find out more about our services by contacting our friendly team!