With the New Year ahead, it’s time to refresh and renew and that’s precisely what clients and staff at Wellington Point Community Centre have been doing. As one community, staff and clients came together to choose and plan a new outdoor space at their site. They...
For Nicky, having her own space and the freedom to live life she chooses has been a dream to achieve for some time. She loves her mum and dad dearly but yearned to find her own place that she could call home. After months of discussions and planning between Nicky and...
2020 was a year of survival in a lot of different ways. Our SLES (School Leaver Employment Support) trainees have adapted and overcome many disruptions and have continued to succeed. Afford’s SLES program teaches resilience, empowerment and encourages trainees to have...
As we start this year, many of our clients, residents and supported employees are already setting their sights high to achieve their goals for home, work and life. Australia’s beautiful beaches are among the best in the world and for Michelle, enjoying a day at the...
One to one support is all about allowing individuals to explore their interests and get involved in the things they love. Ethan’s ideal one-to-one support day involved shiny metal, big engines and the chance to get up close to some of his all-time favourite cars. With...
Every individual has their own unique talents. At Afford, we celebrate and encourage our clients, residents and supported employees to feel comfortable in being themselves and sharing their individuality. This year, the global pandemic meant that Afford couldn’t hold...
The smell of the ocean and the water lapping against your heels is an experience that brings back fond memories for True Blue home resident, Peter. Having grown up in Dee Why, Peter loves the sounds, smells and feelings of being at the ocean’s edge, but for one reason...
At Afford we recognise and celebrate the incredible role carers play in the lives of our clients and the community. It takes energy, dedication, strength and selflessness to be a primary carer. We understand that assisting individuals to achieve their goals extends...
