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Afford publishes blogs that provide our clients, families and carers, and the community with helpful insight, information and leading-edge thinking. If you have a blog idea, contact our media team by email media@afford.com.au.

Good vibes at Albion Park

As Sydney’s lockdown persists, it is inspiring to see so many of our Community Centre’s making the best of the situation and taking advantage of the simple things in life.

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Selfless Stephanie’s Café Contribution

Stephanie from Caboolture Community Centre loves to give back to her community in any way she can. Just over a year ago, Stephanie began volunteering at the local Caboolture Historical Village and has now been promoted to working in the café.

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Weekend of wellness

Bryan is a hard-working, supported employee at Afford’s Minchinbury Australian Disability Enterprises (ADE.) On the weekends, he loves to get out and explore the community to make new memories. Before Sydney’s lockdown, Bryan visited the Chang Lai Yuan Chinese Gardens in Nurragingy reserve.

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Ayden’s koala-ty day out

With a beaming smile and lots of giggles, Ayden was thriving ecstatic on his recent visit to Cleland Wildlife Park, where he met one of Australia’s most iconic furry friends, the koala.

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SLES Toastmasters club

Flashback to before Sydney’s COVID-19 lockdown. Our SLES Prestons and Ingleburn teams came together to collaborate on the Toastmasters event. It was a fantastic day where trainees could focus on their public speaking skills whilst building their confidence and self-esteem.

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Lurnea’s COVID-19 makeover

For Lurnea Community Centre, Sydney’s current COVID-19 lockdown provided the ultimate opportunity for the team to give the site a well-deserved makeover.

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Victoria celebrates Ian’s birthday

Afford residents from supported accommodation and respite sites around Victoria came together for a delicious barbeque to celebrate Ian’s birthday. The Point Cook team initially had to reschedule Ian’s birthday party due to COVID-19 restrictions. However, it turned out to be timed perfectly and gave the residents a chance to connect before another lockdown was announced.

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Friends with fur and scales

Angela and Benjamin love creatures of all shapes and sizes, so they were thrilled when their Lifestyle Assistant, Shannan Trimble brought in her pets as an early celebration of ‘bring your pet to work day.’

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Sean’s Striking Success

Sean from Narre Warren Supported Accommodation is on a roll with developing his independence and time management skills. After 11 successful years in the local ten pin bowling team, he feels ready to explore new activities on the weekend.

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Celebrating Christmas in July

For residents and clients across Afford’s Supported Accommodation and Community Centre sites, July was all about getting into the festive spirit and spreading some Christmas in July cheer.

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A COVID-19 message from Butterflies

Scharni and Margret from Butterflies Supported Accommodation would like to share a special message to everyone experiencing lockdowns and restrictions, “stay home and stay safe.”

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A special gift to Ashfield

Afford’s Ashfield Community Centre has recently installed a swinging leaf chair in their sensory room. The upgrade is thanks to a generous donation from the family of past resident Dominic Triculcio, who sadly passed away in September 2017.

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Bonnyrigg open for business

Our Green Valley Community Centre has recently relocated to Bonnyrigg and it has been an exciting and emotional journey for our clients. The modern site will bring new memories and experiences.

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