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Around the clock care and support to people living in their own homes, using technology-enabled care

At SOL Connect, we believe technology plays a pivotal role in transforming the way we deliver and receive care. We are at the forefront of this revolution, offering technology-enabled solutions designed to improve support delivery. We are a dynamic organisation that combines innovation, expertise, and a deep understanding of the social care landscape to provide seamless, person-centered care and s

upport. We use technology to bridge the gap between our social care professionals and the people who receive support from SOL Connect. Our aim is to ensure that everyone has access to high-quality, timely, and personalised support, delivered in a way that suits them.

02/04/2026

Ok so by now you’ll know that we were awarded not one, but TWO Grade 6 – Excellent ratings in our recent inspection.

But today we’re celebrating another standout part of our inspection:

🔹 Key Question 3: How good is our staff team? — 6 (Excellent!)

Great teams don’t happen by chance. They are intentionally built over time and we know that our PEOPLE make SOL the exceptional organisation it is 🙌🏻 6️⃣ 🥳

Here are some of the highlights from the inspection report on Key Question 3:

✨ “The provider had taken time to reflect postpandemic and consider how best to reimagine the service structure, with a clear focus on strengthening staff recruitment and retention.”

✨ “People using the service and staff benefitted from a warm atmosphere because there were very good working relationships.”

✨ “SOL had excellent staff values and systems in place to support staff wellbeing.”

✨ “Staff understood their role and responded flexibly to changing situations to ensure that care and support was consistent and stable.”

✨ “Staff were confident in building positive interactions and relationships… we received lots of positive feedback about staff.”

✨ “Staff… felt their ideas and opinions were welcomed and would be received in a spirit of partnership working.”

⭐ What a TEAM we are at SOL Connect ⭐️

01/04/2026

Yesterday we proudly announced that, following our recent Care Inspectorate inspection, we achieved two Grade 6s — ‘Excellent’ - the highest grade any service can receive!

Today, we’re shining a spotlight on:

🌟 Key Question 1: How well do we support people’s wellbeing? — 6 (Excellent!)

Here are just a few of the highlights from our inspection report:

✨ “People's voices had meaningfully shaped decisions and developments, demonstrating a culture where lived experience genuinely influenced practice.”

✨ “The evolution of 'UPTAE?' demonstrated a proactive and responsive approach that had enhanced social connection, wellbeing, and choice for people receiving support.”

✨ “People had been enabled to take control of their own health and wellbeing through access to the technology.”

✨ “SOL had a demonstrable track record of innovative, effective practice and very high-quality performance across a wide range of its activities and from which others could learn.”

A report like this means the world to us. We never forget why we exist. Our Vision, Mission and Values genuinely guide every decision we make and we stay razor focussed on that no matter what challenges come our way 🎯

Stay tuned tomorrow to hear about our officially ‘Excellent’ staff and the amazing work they do 🌟

31/03/2026

🌟 Our phenomenal team at SOL & SOL Connect have done it again! 🙌🏻

We’re absolutely delighted to share that following our recent Care Inspectorate inspection, we were awarded two Grade 6s — the highest possible grade a service can achieve!

The inspection focused on the ‘Core Assurances’, and:

🔹 Key Question 1: How well do we support people’s wellbeing? — 6 (Excellent)

🔹 Key Question 3: How good is our staff team? — 6 (Excellent)

For context, the Care Inspectorate uses a sixpoint scale when evaluating quality, where 1 = Unsatisfactory and 6 = Excellent.

A Grade 6 – Excellent is only awarded to services with ‘sector leading’ strengths that deliver consistently positive outcomes for people.

A key message in our report - “SOL and SOL Connect were sector leading and supported experiences for people which were of outstanding high quality” 🙌🏻

We are incredibly proud of our dedicated teams whose commitment, professionalism, and passion make achievements like this possible. 💙

✨ Stay tuned — we’ll be sharing more about how our service was evaluated in the days ahead.

24/12/2025

🎅 Merry Christmas & Happy New Year from SOL and SOL Connect!

Thank you for your trust and support throughout the year. Together, we’ve achieved so much and the best is yet to come! 🌟

Here’s to a bright and successful 2026! 🎁✨

21/10/2025

🩶 We’re proud to support The Wear Grey Campaign for Brainstrust: 25th Oct - 1st Nov 🩶

Every day, around 30 people in the UK hear the devastating words “you have a brain tumour.” The Wear Grey campaign (25th Oct – 1st Nov) raises awareness and vital funds to ensure no one faces this diagnosis alone.

This year, you can make a difference in three simple ways:

🛍 Shop Grey – Show your support by picking up something from the official Wear Grey collection. Every purchase helps fund life-changing support for people living with a brain tumour.

https://shop.brainstrust.org.uk/collections/wear-grey-for-brain-tumours

👕 Wear Grey - Choose a day between 25th October and 1st November, wear your grey proudly, and show your solidarity with the brain tumour community.

💬 Share Grey – Tell the world why you’re wearing grey. Post a photo or video and finish the sentence: “I Wear Grey today for the people of the brain tumour community and Brainstrust so that…” Don’t forget to tag and .

You can also donate to the Brainstrust Just Giving page:

https://www.justgiving.com/charity/brainstrust

Together, we can raise awareness, build community, and help ensure everyone affected gets the support they deserve. 💛

24/09/2025

☕ Coffee & Connect in Inverclyde 🍰

We’ve been hosting Coffee & Connect events to introduce our award-winning technology-enabled care to Inverclyde. These sessions create space for meaningful conversations about how technology can support people to live safely and independently, while staying connected to their communities.

💬 Kat Kane, SOL Connect Manager of Operations and Development, said:
“It’s been a pleasure meeting with and chatting to our HSCP colleagues. They are a really passionate group of professionals who know the people and the communities they work in so well.

Technology Enabled Care is already central to Inverclyde’s approach, so it’s been inspiring to work together to identify the ways that SOL Connect can complement this. Through Coffee & Connect, we hope to inspire conversations that lead to stronger, more connected communities and better outcomes for everyone involved.”

Find out more about how SOL Connect is helping shape the future of care in Inverclyde:

https://www.sol-connect.org/sol-connect-news/coffee-connect-technology-enabled-care-in-inverclyde/

16/09/2025

💛 Farewell, Brendan 💛

Last week, we said a heartfelt goodbye to Brendan, one of our longest-serving team members.

Brendan has been part of SOL for over 20 years, working in various roles across the organisation. A big part of his journey was spent in SOL Connect as an advisor, where his dedication, kindness, and belief in others made a real difference to the people we support and his colleagues alike.

We’re incredibly sad to see him go, but we wish him well. We hope he enjoyed his gifts, especially his very own “An Ode to Oor Brendan”, a poem lovingly created with contributions from the whole team.

Thank you, Brendan, for everything you’ve done for SOL, SOL Connect, and the people we work for.

10/09/2025

💛 Today is World Su***de Prevention Day, 2025 💛

At SOL Connect, we know that loneliness and isolation can have a serious impact on mental health. That’s why our highly trained team is here 24/7, offering connection, care, and support to help people feel safe and less alone.

This year’s theme is about creating hope through action. Even small actions can make a big difference. If there’s someone in your life you haven’t heard from in a while, reach out to them today. A simple message or call could remind them that they are valued and not alone.

Together, we can create a community where everyone feels supported and connected. 🌱

Learn more about World Su***de Prevention Day: https://www.samaritans.org/support-us/campaign/world-suicide-prevention-day/

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09/09/2025

☕ Coffee & Connect ☕

We’re all set for our very first Coffee & Connect event! The room is ready, the cakes are out, and the coffee is brewing.

This morning is all about friendly conversations and sharing how SOL Connect helps people live independently using the latest technology-enabled care. No presentations, no pressure... just good coffee, good cakes, good conversation, and great connections.

05/09/2025

💛 Support Linda’s Walk of Hope 💛

On Saturday, 27th September, our colleague Linda Allan and her family will be taking part in the Brain Tumour Research 'Walk of Hope' at Strathclyde Park.

Brain tumours are the leading cause of cancer death in children and adults under 40, yet just 1% of national spending on cancer research is allocated to this disease. With over 12,000 people diagnosed every year, more research and awareness are urgently needed.

This cause is especially close to Linda and her family, and she is passionate about raising both awareness and funds to help drive change. We’d love it if you could support her fundraising and help make a difference.

👉 Donate here: https://www.justgiving.com/page/linderella

29/08/2025

🌟 Looking for your next opportunity in social care? 🌟

SOL Connect has some exciting vacancies available right now - so if you’ve ever thought about joining our award-winning team, now’s your chance!

We’re all about using technology in creative ways to support people in living independently, staying connected, and feeling safe at home. If that sounds like something you’d like to be part of, we’d love to hear from you.

👉 Check out our current vacancies and apply today: https://www.sol-connect.org/jobs/

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01698 314026

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http://www.sol-connect.org/

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