One year on, after many of us experienced changes to our daily routines due to COVID-19, we can look at where we are now, where we have come and celebrate the resilience that we have shown in challenging times. Residents in our Melbourne Supported Accommodation...
Charlotte and Laura are great friends. They live together in Afford Supported Accommodation that is decked out with everything they need and love, to make their house a home. The friends are outgoing and always ready for an adventure. They love exploring their local...
On the 21st of March, communities around the world recognised World Down Syndrome Day to raise awareness for the inclusion and wellbeing of people living with Down Syndrome. Down Syndrome (or Trisomy 21) is a naturally occurring chromosomal arrangement that has always...
Charlotte is a resident of our Dryandra Supported Accommodation home in Melbourne. When she first joined Afford, she was shy and hesitant to engage with her housemates, but now her personality shines and she is ready to take on new challenges. Today, Charlotte...
Knowing how to manage social situations is a valuable life skill that helps nurture self-confidence and a willingness to take on new life experiences. For Laura, going on a ride of the Melbourne Star was something she was keen to try. To encourage residents to engage...
