Disability Community Services
Community Hubs
Afford provides access for people with disabilities to a range of social and recreational activities in our hubs and in the community. We provide one-on-one support and group-based programs tailored to meet your needs and goals. Our community hubs are a safe and comfortable space for you to make friends, learn important life skills, and have fun.
Afford’s Program of Supports
Afford’s Program of Supports is focused on skill development and positive outcomes that work towards achieving your goals.
It is delivered as a 12-week term to provide you with structure and consistency. The program will offer a range of activities that you can do in the community or in one of our hubs.
Afford’s Program of Supports is an opportunity to:
Explore new interests and try new things
Term Dates
Afford’s Program of Supports will change every term with the start of a new season.
Summer
Program of Supports
Start: 2 January 2024
End: 22 March 2024
Autumn
Program of Supports
Start: 25 March 2024
End: 14 June 2024
Winter
Program of Supports
Start: 3 July 2023
End: 22 September 2023
Spring
Program of Supports
Start: 25 September 2023
End: 16 December 2023
Find a community hub near you!
Our community hubs are a safe and comfortable space for you to learn important life skills. We have hubs in New South Wales, Queensland, Victoria and South Australia.
Activities in the community or in a hub
We have a range of activities that you can do in your local community or in an Afford Hub. Here are some activities you can choose from.
Cooking
Learn how to prepare a meal and cooking independently.
Outcome: Make your own cookbook with recipes you have cooked.
Music
Learn how to play musical instruments.
Outcome: Read music, play music, and learn a song.
Computers
Learn basic typing and work tasks using a computer.
Outcome: Develop some digital independence skills.
Volunteering
Improve problem solving skills and build independence.
Outcome: Develop work experience skills.
Travel training
Learn how to read travel timetables and buy a ticket.
Outcome: Increase confidence and independence with travel.
Animal therapy
Spend time interacting and playing with animals.
Outcome: Enjoy connection and safe interaction with animals.
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