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Lockdown won’t stop SLES
Afford’s NSW and QLD SLES teams have hosted a range of innovative SLES training sessions over Zoom during the COVID-19 lockdowns.
Lurnea’s COVID-19 makeover
For Lurnea Community Centre, Sydney’s current COVID-19 lockdown provided the ultimate opportunity for the team to give the site a well-deserved makeover.
A COVID-19 message from Butterflies
Scharni and Margret from Butterflies Supported Accommodation would like to share a special message to everyone experiencing lockdowns and restrictions, “stay home and stay safe.”
Weekend of wellness
Bryan is a hard-working, supported employee at Afford’s Minchinbury Australian Disability Enterprises (ADE.) On the weekends, he loves to get out and explore the community to make new memories. Before Sydney’s lockdown, Bryan visited the Chang Lai Yuan Chinese Gardens in Nurragingy reserve.
Victoria celebrates Ian’s birthday
Afford residents from supported accommodation and respite sites around Victoria came together for a delicious barbeque to celebrate Ian’s birthday. The Point Cook team initially had to reschedule Ian’s birthday party due to COVID-19 restrictions. However, it turned out to be timed perfectly and gave the residents a chance to connect before another lockdown was announced.
A special gift to Ashfield
Afford’s Ashfield Community Centre has recently installed a swinging leaf chair in their sensory room. The upgrade is thanks to a generous donation from the family of past resident Dominic Triculcio, who sadly passed away in September 2017.
SLES celebrates Ervin’s first job
Ervin is a motivated and hard-working young man who has landed his first job through the collaborative assistance of Afford Employment Services, SLES and DES.
Friends with fur and scales
Angela and Benjamin love creatures of all shapes and sizes, so they were thrilled when their Lifestyle Assistant, Shannan Trimble brought in her pets as an early celebration of ‘bring your pet to work day.’
Bonnyrigg open for business
Our Green Valley Community Centre has recently relocated to Bonnyrigg and it has been an exciting and emotional journey for our clients. The modern site will bring new memories and experiences.
Ayden’s koala-ty day out
With a beaming smile and lots of giggles, Ayden was thriving ecstatic on his recent visit to Cleland Wildlife Park, where he met one of Australia’s most iconic furry friends, the koala.
Beach days with Club Afford
Club Afford members from Canley Vale Community Centre spent the weekend relaxing by the seaside of Ramsgate Beach. With the sun warming their faces and the ocean breeze through their hair, days like these allow our clients to relax and feel prepared for the week ahead.
Green thumbs at True Blue
The residents at True Blue Accommodation have a real zest for gardening. The team of green thumbs recently took a fun trip to their local Bunnings store to enjoy some team bonding and get their community garden ready for winter.
Golf is QLD’s cup of tee
Beenleigh and Miami Community Centres in sunny Queensland have recently been having a tee-rific time trying their hands at inclusive golf clinics. There was no puttering around at both events as the teams practiced a range of skills and engaged in some friendly competition.
Jamisontown celebrate NAIDOC week
Every year, Jamisontown Community Centre goes above and beyond to celebrate NAIDOC week and learn about Indigenous culture.
Ain’t no mountain high enough
Club Afford members from Ipswich Community Centre took a walk on the wild side when exploring Tamborine Mountain in Southeast Queensland.
Josh’s moment to shine
Josh recently had a larger than life experience when he attended the Gold Coast Disability Expo and saw his photo decorating the booth. Read more about his day as a celebrity and trip to the expo.
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