Welcome to our Monthly Newsletter!
Welcome to the June edition of our quarterly newsletter. Here’s what's happening this month at Bluebird Care Luton.
Staying safe in the warm weather ☀️
With the weather getting warmer, it’s important to take extra care in the heat.
Here are a few simple tips to stay cool during the summer:
Stay hydrated, even if you’re not thirsty
Keep living spaces cool by closing curtains during peak sun hours and opening windows in the evenings when it’s cooler
Dress for the weather - wear light, loose clothing
Choose lighter meals - fresh foods such as salads and fruits can be easier to enjoy in the heat
Use sunscreen and try to avoid the midday sun
If you’re caring for an elderly loved one, please keep an eye out for signs of dehydration or heat exhaustion, such as dizziness, headaches or confusion. If you’re ever unsure, it’s always best to seek medical advice.
Local Events
Luton Irish Forum will be holding a free walking group that may be of benefit to some of our customers and their families. The event is open to anyone who’d like to take part in a gentle walk with the opportunity to meet others in the community.
The group will be meeting at Wardown Park Bandstand on Thursday 11th July and 25th July.
For more information contact: info@lutonirishforum.org
Smoke Alarm Safety and Smoking Awareness
Home safety is incredibly important, especially when it comes to preventing fire risks. We’d like to take this opportunity to remind you about the importance of keeping safe at home. Whether you live independently or support a loved one at home, here are a few reminders to help reduce risk.
Smoke alarm safety:
Make sure there is a working smoke alarm on each floor of your home
Test alarms regularly
Never remove batteries or cover the alarm
Smoking safely at home:
Avoid smoking indoors if possible
Always fully extinguish cigarettes
Keep lighters and matches well out of reach of children or vulnerable adults
If you need help checking your alarms or simply want advice on making your home safer, Bedfordshire Fire Rescue Service offer free home fire safety visits. These are available to everyone and are especially useful for older adults or those with limited mobility.
📞 Call 0800 043 5042
🌐 Visit www.bedsfire.gov.uk
You can also find more tips on smoking safely and more fire prevention advice on their website.
You Spoke, We Listened
We’ve recently had a few customers let us know they’d benefit from adjusted visit times - whether it’s a slightly earlier morning call or a better fit around medication or meals.
We understand how important routine is, and where possible, we’ve been able to make these changes to better suit individual needs. Thank you to those who shared this with us - your feedback helps us to improve the care we provide.
If you have something you’d like us to consider, please feel free to get in touch.
Testimonials
“ Thank you so much for the care and support you have provided my mother over the years - some amazing people who have shown care, compassion and dignity” - Son of customer
Your thoughts matter to us. Whether it’s a kind word about a carer, a suggestion for how we can improve, or something you’d like to see in our next newsletter - we’re here to listen. You can share feedback by leaving us a review on Google, Trustpilot or Homecare or by dropping us an email.
Stay Connected
Telephone: 01582 380 122
Email: luton@bluebirdcare.co.uk
Out of hours: 07851 130841
