What's the point of AI if it doesn't solve big problems?

Marcus is a mathematician on a mission. He quit investment banking to found Elyndra AI, a platform doing amazing things for children's care.

In this episode of AI in Social Care, we cover:

• The best way to reinvent care isn't through tech – we need a Netflix documentary
• From trading floors to children's homes – turning data analysis on proper problems
• How Shadow AI is already in your care service – and how to fix that before it does harm
• Some fascinating and original work in reimagining recruitment for complex care
• Approaching tech procurement as a great door opener to discussions within a business – and one warning sign to look out for from vendors

Marcus is an original thinker that the sector is lucky to have IMHO.

Do your ears a favour and listen to this one.

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01:10 Reinventing Care with a Netflix documentary

03:19 Human stories that build empathy

06:07 Marcus’ path: maths, finance, family care homes

09:03 AI and Data in Care Management

14:53 AI is nothing without an expert to make sense of it

16:01 Pitfalls and ‘shadow AI’ in care

18:01 Introducing Elyndra and Its Impact

21:00 Smarter referrals and safer matching

24:01 Challenges in Introducing New Systems

25:04 Building Trust with Providers

28:13 The Importance of Information Sharing

30:16 Personal Motivation and Vision

32:20 Expanding Horizons: Future Plans

34:01 Specialised Recruitment in Complex Care

40:22 Practical Steps for Implementing AI in Care

44:06 Final Thoughts

What if your next brilliant care hire never even makes it past the CV stage?

That’s the question we’re exploring in this episode of AI in Social Care — with guest Elan James Weedon (aka EJ), co-founder of Team Lily.

EJ’s journey takes him from the West End stage to the heart of care sector recruitment. And along the way, he’s developed an AI voice assistant designed to fix one of the oldest problems in hiring: we judge too soon, based on too little information.

We cover:

– The difference between someone who’s clicking to apply and someone who really wants the job

– Why traditional recruitment filters out some of the best people

– How voice AI can help spot soft skills and values you’d never get from a form

– And what happens when a candidate has all the right traits… but still gets overlooked

You’ll also hear a live demo of Lily — the AI assistant that holds short, human-sounding conversations with applicants, helping care providers listen better, earlier.

If we say we hire on values, but filter by forms… what are we really doing?

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Team Lily website: https://www.teamlily.ai/

EJ's LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/elan-james-weedon/

What if AI sparked deeper human connections rather than replacing them? Join David Mance as he talks with Alyson McKechnie-Vale, Business and Operations Director at Abbotsford Care, about using AI in innovative and practical ways to enhance creativity and make care more human.

Alyson shares practical applications of using ChatGPT (or, rather, 'Gina'), and the impact of creative projects like 'Joy Boards' and 'Share It' on staff and residents.

Learn about the importance of fostering a culture of curiosity, engaging staff in AI literacy, and creating meaningful connections through storytelling and art. Alyson is one of the good 'uns, and listening to her will inspire and encourage you.

00:28 Alyson's Journey at Abbotsford Care

02:39 The Role of AI in Allison's Work

05:06 Creative Projects with AI

10:22 Fostering a Positive Culture

14:07 The Joy Boards Project

19:25 AI Literacy and Ethical Use

22:33 AI as a Learning Equaliser

24:20 Reducing Administrative Burden in the Care Sector

25:24 Collaborating with an AI and Data Visualisation Expert

28:58 The Share It Project

38:54 Hive Mind: Creative Networking in Social Care

42:44 Concluding Thoughts and Fresh Perspectives

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Alyson's LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/alysonmckechnievale

Carl Roberts, Director of Sales & Marketing at Boutique Care Homes, shares how he introduced AI into a small, busy care team. Carl shares how this has transformed the way they tell stories, engage communities, and stay consistent online.

From crafting heartfelt Facebook posts to building a custom GPT trained in their brand tone, Carl breaks down:

– The “AI Sandwich” model for ethical, efficient content

– Why better prompts mean less server energy (and better ESG)

– How he trained lifestyle leads and CRMs to use AI safely

Whether you're a CEO, home manager or comms lead, this episode gives you a grounded, step-by-step path into AI – without jargon, without hype.

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What if the most radical AI innovation in care… was coming from your local council?

In this episode of AI in Social Care, David Mance speaks with Dwayne Johnson (no, not that one) — Chief Local Government Director at ICS.AI — about the pivotal role councils are playing in the UK’s AI revolution.

From transcription tools that draft care notes, to multilingual voice agents that detect distress and route support in real time (we even take that one for a test drive) — we explore how ICS.AI is helping councils like Derby City Council to:

– Halve documentation time for social workers

– Use “AI copilots” to support faster, smarter decisions

– Deliver early intervention through proactive systems

– Save millions while improving care quality

Watch or listen now – link in comments.

Are councils ahead of the curve on AI? We’d love to hear what you think!

#aiinsocialcare #socialcareinnovation #localgovai #counciltech #caretransformation

Will you need AI to get "Good" in your next CQC inspection?

AI could soon play a critical role in how care providers are assessed.

In this episode of AI in Social Care, David Mance speaks with Charles Cross, Director of Ashley Care and co-founder of Emma AI – a platform built to help care organisations deliver safer, more person-centred services using frontier technology.

We explore whether the Care Quality Commission is already rewarding AI-led innovation under the new Single Assessment Framework… and whether providers who don’t adopt intelligent systems will be left behind.

We unpack how AI can:

- Flag emerging risks in real-time

- Support with audits, compliance, and governance

- Translate voice notes into full, verifiable care plans

- Break down data silos between councils, the NHS, and care providers

- Improve outcomes – not just for the service user, but for the workforce too

This isn’t about robots or replacing humans. It’s about enabling frontline teams to focus on what matters most: delivering exceptional, ethical care.

Do you think AI should become part of your next CQC audit – or is that going too far?

#aiinsocialcare #cqcinspection #careinnovation #socialcaretech #ukcaresector

You don’t need a tech background to lead on AI in care

In Episode 2: What Every Care Provider Should Know About AI, I’m joined by Alex Green, Director of Radfield Home Care, to break down how he’s using AI to save time, scale content, and support his team—without a tech background.

We talk about:

- Building useful AI tools with zero coding

- Training care teams to use ChatGPT confidently

- Real examples of AI saving hours across the business

- The future of AI agents, predictive care, and compliance

If you’re in care and still figuring out where AI fits-this episode is your starting point.

Watch Episode 2 now on YouTube, Spotify, Apple Podcasts, Deezer, and Amazon Music: https://aiinsocialcare.com/

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