Social Life Opportunities - Solo

Social Life Opportunities - Solo Embracing Disability, Empowering Lives To enable us to do this, we employ over 150 staff and work with up to 250 volunteers.

Established in 2000, SoLO now provides 1030 children and adults with learning disabilities with specialist social & leisure provisions, helping them increase their independence and self esteem.

16/06/2026

Today we're celebrating everyday life.

From work and volunteering to friendships, hobbies and personal achievements, people with a learning disability are living full and meaningful lives.

Everyone deserves the opportunity to make choices, pursue goals and be part of their community.

sociallifeopportunities.org/



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PICTURED: A carousel of photos showing service users doing lots of different fun activities

Today marks the start of Learning Disability Week and this year's theme is Do You See Me?Everyone deserves to be recogni...
15/06/2026

Today marks the start of Learning Disability Week and this year's theme is Do You See Me?

Everyone deserves to be recognised for who they are — their personality, talents, achievements and dreams.

Throughout the week we'll be sharing stories from people we support and exploring what it means to be truly seen, heard and valued.

We hope you'll join us in celebrating individuality, inclusion and belonging.

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PICTURED: Happy service users at SoLO, smiling and giving a thumbs up at the camera

💜🌟 Learning Disability Week at SoLO 🌟💜We're excited to be celebrating **Learning Disability Week** with a fantastic rang...
15/06/2026

💜🌟 Learning Disability Week at SoLO 🌟💜

We're excited to be celebrating **Learning Disability Week** with a fantastic range of activities and events across SoLO!

This year's theme, "Do You See Me?", is all about ensuring people with learning disabilities are seen, heard and valued for who they are.

Throughout the week, our Daylight North and Daylight South services will be taking part in fun activities, while our social programme includes special events such as the SoLO Rainbow Disco, celebrating Pride Month and individuality, and the SoLO Social Party, with karaoke, music, dancing and a brightly coloured dress theme!

Every event helps bring people together, raise awareness and support SoLO's work with people with learning disabilities.

Take a look at what's on this week and join the celebrations:

https://sociallifeopportunities.org/whats-on/



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PICTURED: A poster about what SoLO have planned for Learning Disability Week 2026, with people smiling and giving a thumbs up.

🎭 What a fantastic day out at the Alexandra Theatre in Birmingham to see Annie! ✨ Our Community PA and Service User had ...
11/06/2026

🎭 What a fantastic day out at the Alexandra Theatre in Birmingham to see Annie! ✨

Our Community PA and Service User had an absolute blast, enjoying plenty of laughs, dancing in their seats, and singing along to all the classic songs. 🎶

The highlight of the day? Meeting the one and only Miss Hannigan herself, La Voix, star of RuPaul's Drag Race UK and Strictly Come Dancing! 💃🕺

It was a day full of smiles, memories, and show-stopping fun. ❤️

⭐ EMBRACING DISABILITY, EMPOWERING LIVES ⭐

https://sociallifeopportunities.org/



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PICTURED: Photo of a SoLO Service User with La Voix, star of RuPaul's Drag Race UK, smiling at the camera

08/06/2026

🌟 We’re Hiring: Service Lead, Supported Living 🌟

Do you have a passion for empowering people with learning disabilities to live independent, fulfilling lives?

We’re looking for a dedicated and experienced Service Lead to join our Supported Living team. This is an exciting opportunity to lead a service that makes a real difference every day, supporting people to achieve their goals, build confidence, and be active members of their community.

At SoLO, we’re committed to creating opportunities, promoting independence, and ensuring the people we support are at the heart of everything we do.

If you’re a motivated leader who shares our values, we’d love to hear from you.

Find out more and apply here: sociallifeopportunities.org/careers/service-lead-supported-living/

💜 Embracing disability. Empowering lives.

Today is Global Accessibility Awareness Day; a reminder that accessibility is not an extra - It is essential.For people ...
21/05/2026

Today is Global Accessibility Awareness Day; a reminder that accessibility is not an extra - It is essential.

For people with learning disabilities, barriers can show up everywhere: in websites, information, environments, and systems not designed with everyone in mind. True accessibility is about the right support, clear information, and equal access so every person can take part fully, confidently, and independently.

At SoLO, we believe inclusion and accessibility belong together. With compassionate and understanding support, people are given the space to connect and grow in confidence. We believe everyone should feel comfortable being themselves and valued for who they are. Our support helps people live the life they choose.

Whether through supported living, community experiences, or daily interactions, accessibility opens the door to connection, independence, and real opportunity.

Let’s keep building a world designed for everyone.

💙 Embracing disability. Empowering lives.

www.sociallifeopportunities.org



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Image description: Two women sitting together on a couch, smiling warmly at the camera in a relaxed and welcoming environment.

At SoLO, there's something for everyone. Our activities help children and adults with learning disabilities make friends...
18/05/2026

At SoLO, there's something for everyone. Our activities help children and adults with learning disabilities make friends, have fun and try new things, while giving families a little extra time to recharge. 💙

This week includes our Daylight and Evolve day services, Music & Sensory sessions for children, the ever-popular SoLO Disco on Wednesday, SoLO Social on Thursday, Friday Clubs, Saturday Super Friends and Sunday Brunch.

Whether you're a familiar face or thinking about joining us for the first time, we'd love to welcome you.

Take a look at this week's full programme and find out more: https://sociallifeopportunities.org/whats-on/

💙 Embracing disability. Empowering lives.



** Post and activities updated weekly**

14/05/2026

Some jobs change your career. Some will change your life.

Working at Social Life Opportunities means being part of something deeply human, supporting children and adults with learning disabilities, helping them to grow in confidence, build independence and have fun along the way.

If you are looking for work with real purpose, where you can make a difference every single day, take a look at what is possible.

Explore current roles SoLO: https://sociallifeopportunities.org/careers/



VIDEO CONTENT: Rachel Easthope talking about her career in Children’s Services at Social Life Opportunities

At SoLO, we see every day how friendship, inclusion, routine, and meaningful opportunities can have a positive impact on...
12/05/2026

At SoLO, we see every day how friendship, inclusion, routine, and meaningful opportunities can have a positive impact on mental wellbeing. For people with learning disabilities, having safe spaces to connect, build confidence, learn new skills, and simply have fun together can make all the difference.

Whether it’s through our daytime services, social groups, activities, or community support, we are proud to help create environments where people feel valued, supported, and empowered to be themselves.

This week, and every week, let’s continue to champion kindness, inclusion, and understanding for everyone.

💙 Embracing disability. Empowering lives.

sociallifeopportunities.org

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Pictured: Support workers and services users from Social Life Opportunities, walking together on a beautiful sunny day and smiling at the camera.

13/01/2026

* SoLO Social, Shirley *

Looking for a safe, welcoming place to relax, connect and enjoy music and activities?

SoLO Social in Shirley is a friendly social evening for adults with learning disabilities and autism.

🗓 Every Thursday
⏰ 7pm to 9pm
📍 Shirley British Legion, Parkgate B90 3GG (near Shirley Asda)

💷 Service Users: £5
💷 Carers: £1
✔ Pay on the door

Attendees must be over 18 and accompanied by support, unless attending independently.

📧 [email protected]

📞 0121 779 3865

Delivered in conjunction with the Shirley British Legion.

We look forward to welcoming you 😊



https://sociallifeopportunities.org/

Address

38 Walnut Close
Birmingham
B377PU

Opening Hours

Monday 8:30am - 5pm
Tuesday 8:30am - 5pm
Wednesday 8:30am - 5pm
Thursday 8:30am - 5pm
Friday 8:30am - 5pm

Telephone

+441217793865

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