5 things to know about being a family champion for a person with disability
Monday 15 May is the United Nations International Day of Families, which got us thinking about the role of family members in the lives of people with disability. It can mean being called on for different things throughout that person’s life. Some examples include...
From client to coach
Trish was a client of Afford’s Disability Employment Services (DES) before gaining a job as an Employment Coach in our School Leaver Employment Supports (SLES) service. She shares her story. When Trish began her journey with Afford, she faced uncertainty. “Because of...
5 things to know about Community Services at Afford
How do you get involved in your community? It looks different for everyone. Nas goes to the gym and enjoys having the freedom and flexibility to choose what she might like to do during the rest of the week. There’s no right or wrong way to connect with community. It’s...
5 things to know about feedback and complaints at Afford
It is your right to give feedback or make a complaint about the services you receive. When you talk about a problem or someone or something that makes you unhappy, it’s called a complaint. When you talk about something you think could be improved or done better, it’s...