Disability support services Melbourne
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How we support you in Melbourne
Helping you live independently in Melbourne
Life should be full of good friends and great adventures. Afford is one of the oldest disability service providers in Melbourne. We help people with disability feel confident, connected and supported every day.
Our friendly team provides disability support in Melbourne that helps you live more independently and enjoy the things that matter to you. Whether it’s finding the right home, exploring your community or learning new skills, we’re here to back you.
With us, you can choose how and where you live, what supports you receive and how often you receive them. We’ll listen, understand your goals and help you make them happen with care and encouragement.
Life is better with a little backup. We’d love to be part of your team.
Our services
As one of the oldest NDIS providers in Melbourne, we’re here to make every day a little easier and a lot more enjoyable.
Our supports are available for every part of your life. Whether you want to live independently, find a job that you love, learn new skills or get out and explore, our caring team will be there to help.
Every service we provide is built around you. We listen to what matters the most to you and then work together to plan supports that fit your goals and routine. With our disability support in Melbourne, you’ll have the freedom to try new things, build confidence and feel part of a community that’s always cheering you on.
Take a look at our services below.
Accommodation
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Community and lifestyle support
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Employment
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In-home support
In-home support in Melbourne
Our friendly team support you with tasks in your own home and with errands. We bring smiles, good vibes and a dose of fun.
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Support coordination
NDIS support coordination in Melbourne
We support you to make the most of your NDIS plan with the right services and supports for your goals and lifestyle.
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Why choose Afford
We’ve been supporting people with disability for more than 75 years across Australia. Our caring staff and long history make us one of the most experienced disability service providers in Melbourne.
People tell us they feel comfortable, happy and respected when they’re with us. That’s because we take the time to get to know you and provide the right support for your needs. We’re here to make every day easier, brighter and more meaningful.
We see every day as an opportunity to learn something new, to connect with others, and to have fun along the way. Adventure starts with a single step, and we’re here to cheer you on.
Client stories
Supported independent living
“It’s really good, living together is awesome and it’s the best thing I’ve ever had.”
– Jean, SIL client
Supported independent living
“It’s really good, living together is awesome and it’s the best thing I’ve ever had.”
– Jean, SIL client
Afford supports Jean and Stephen to live their lives as independently as possible. This means taking them where they want to go in one of our cars,...
In-home support
“Having the change of being able to go out and have the support to help me? 100% life changing.”
– Samantha, In-home support client
In-home support
“Having the change of being able to go out and have the support to help me? 100% life changing.”
– Samantha, In-home support client
We support Samantha with tasks at home, and with getting out in her local community. Samantha loves to get her nails done, go to the movies and go ...
Inclusive Employment Australia (IEA)
“My boss teach me how to do my hairdressing job. I start with washing hair and then she teach me how to colour the hair.”
– Marites, IEA client
Inclusive Employment Australia (IEA)
“My boss teach me how to do my hairdressing job. I start with washing hair and then she teach me how to colour the hair.”
– Marites, IEA client
When we met Marites, we learned that she had always dreamed of working in a hairdressing salon. So we matched her with an employer to make her drea...
Youth employment coaching
“I’m having the best time and I’m learning so I can get myself a real job that I love.”
– Trey, YEC client
Youth employment coaching
“I’m having the best time and I’m learning so I can get myself a real job that I love.”
– Trey, YEC client
We supported Trey with communication, problem-solving and teamwork skills, and soon he was working at a boutique gym. We also supported Trey to wor...
Jackson loves being an explorer
Jackson loves being an Explorer Jackson was one of the first clients to take part in our new Explore program, where has experienced multiple positive impacts, including individual experience and…
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December 10 is Human Rights Day and here’s why that’s important
December 10 is Human Rights Day. The day gives us time to reflect on the fundamental freedoms and dignity that every person is entitled to.
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Afford’s IDPwD event breaks barriers and changes lives
Afford celebrated International Day of People with Disability on December 3 with See Me, See Us, an exhibition showcasing portraits of five of our clients.
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Our new look and feel was co-designed by you
Afford is excited to unveil our vibrant new look and feel – a bold reflection of who we are and the relationships we value most: with our clients, their families and the support teams who help make every day meaningful.
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Afford mum and daughter discover amazing surprise
Naomi is a long-time Afford client. Her mum Bev reveals she has her own amazing Afford story to share. A surprising history It was the early 2000s and Bev was exploring a Gold Coast Disability Expo with her daughter Naomi. The pair saw an Afford stand where they stopped to chat with the staff and left with a bag stuffed with merchandise and information about what the group had to offer and whether it might be suitable for Naomi, who has an intellectual disability. Later that day they sat
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Trey on his way to dream career
At 19 years old, Trey is your classic sports fan and now, since working with Afford, he is not only kicking goals in a work experience placement, he’s on his way to his dream career. A positive future Trey joined Afford’s School Leaver Employment Supports (SLES) program early in 2024. And the partnership, well, it’s going gangbusters. “I’m having the best time and I’m learning so I can get myself a real job that I love,” Trey says. Getting job ready Trey’s success comes after he joined fo
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Samantha’s thriving with Assistance with Daily Life (ADL)
Meet Samantha, a remarkable woman on a journey towards independence. After many years of dealing with the isolating effects of depression, anxiety, and ADHD, Samantha reached out for help. For the past two years, she has been receiving Assistance with Daily Life (ADL) supports from Afford, and says the impact on her health and wellbeing has been 100% life-changing. Caring support workers with ADL Living with depression, anxiety, ADHD, and a learning disability led Samantha to complet
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We offer a full range of disability services in Melbourne, including accommodation, supported independent living, social groups and community programs, employment support and NDIS support coordination.
Our services are open to people with disability, along with their families and carers. You can pay with your NDIS funding or with your own funds.
Yes, we’re a registered NDIS provider in Melbourne and across Australia. This means our supports meet national quality standards, and we work closely with you to make the most of your plan.
Contact our friendly team on the phone at 1800 233 673 or by filling out our online form. We’ll listen to what you’re looking for and help you choose the right supports for you.
Yes. We value the input of families and carers and encourage them to be part of the support process. Together, we can create the best outcomes for you.
