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Billabong’s barbecues and brotherhood
Afford’s Billabong Supported Accommodation is more than just a house; it is a family. The men have formed an incredible bond over the years and their friendship has been their rock.
A sky full of stars at Chipping Norton
Our clients at Chipping Norton Community Centre have enjoyed new sensory equipment and spending quality time in a calming space, which helps with regulating emotions and behaviours.
Cycling, cooking and creating memories
Our Victorian residents have demonstrated unwavering resilience, determination and positivity as the state officially surpasses its 200th day of lockdown.
The simple things in life
At Cherrywood Community Centre, our clients have been taking advantage of nature and focusing on the important things in life, friendship and fun.
Zooming through lockdown at Jamisontown
Jamisontown Community Centre has been keeping spirits high by hosting its regular programs via Zoom video calls to keep clients connected during the lockdown.
SLES Strike a pose
Alivia and Brooklyn, our budding photographers from Southport SLES, recently worked their magic at a special photo shoot for the Miami Community Centre clients.
A special graduation surprise
Graduating high school in 2021 looks very different to how it has in the past so our Campbelltown Community Centre hosted a surprise graduation party for Ben.
Ipswich and the gentle giants
The Ipswich Community Centre clients recently got close and personal with some new furry friends at the Summerland Camel Farm.
Rebecca Spreads Her Wings
Rebecca’s first stay at Banksia Beach Short Term Accommodation was also her very first night away from home.
Espresso train to success
For coffee enthusiast Lisa from Ipswich Community Centre, it has been a long-time dream to become a qualified barista.
Jesse’s Trafalgar McDrive-Thru
Jesse from Afford’s Trafalgar Supported Accommodation recently transformed the kitchen into a McDonald’s Drive-Thru for his housemates to enjoy.
Rebecca Excel-ing at budgets with SLES
As our Ipswich trainee Rebecca comes closer to graduating high school, she has utilised her days at SLES to perfect her budgeting and money management skills.
Cooking from the heart
Jessica and Tayla are two best friends from Eagle Vale Supported Accommodation who work at Afford’s ADE factories.
Queen Bee Carly
Since joining Southport Community Centre, Carly has won the hearts of everyone around her and become a vibrant member of the Afford family.
Motivated Monique’s Confidence Shines
When Monique joined Ipswich SLES, she had recently graduated high school and harboured many concerns about her future.
Craft with purpose
The team at Pakenham Supported Accommodation have created a new initiative in their home called ‘craft with purpose’, where they combine their passion for arts and craft with home renovation projects.
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