Carer Connections Edition 28

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CARER CONNECTIONS Edition 28 - October 2020

AFFORD CELEBRATE CARERS DURING NATIONAL CARERS WEEK 2020 We recently celebrated National Carers Week which ran from the 11th – 17th of October. It was the perfect opportunity to celebrate the importance of carers and the significant role they play every day. Over 2.6 million Australians provide unpaid care to support a family member or friend with disability, mental health, chronic conditions, terminal illness, alcohol, drug issues or who are aged. Read below about one of our own carer stories from Melbourne. Helen has been the primary, full-time carer for her son, Jacob, for all of his life. Jacob’s intellectual disability means that he needs close and regular support to stay safe and happy. Until recently, this role rested with Helen. Even though Jacob has moved into Afford Supported Accommodation, Helen has been an active and loving carer for him assisting Afford staff to provide a terrific quality of life for Jacob. Having these life supports for Jacob has given Helen peace of mind and respite. She has also attended a variety of Carer events organised by Afford to connect with other families and to build support networks, and while Jacob has 24/7 support if and when he needs it in his new Afford home, Helen still remains very much involved in her son’s life. She is across all medical appointments, 1300 233 673 | facebook.com/affordcarers activities and his wellbeing in his new home environment. Helen’s dedication to her son exemplifies the selflessness of carers.

Supporting Our carers and the people they care for

Afford recognises the physical and emotional challenges faced by many carers and families supporting an individual with disability. Afford staff and programs focus on fostering supportive and encouraging environments so that carers can feel comfortable sharing the tough times and the triumphs and can draw strength from others to continue their role as carers. Afford Day Programs, Carer Support Programs and Short-Term Accommodation (respite) provide carers with opportunities to take time out for themselves to recharge and re-energise to be the best carers for their loved ones. Find out more about Carers Support offered by Afford by contacting: 1300 233 673 Read more carer case studies here: https://www.afford.com.au/afford-carers/caring-for-carersnational-carers-week/

For more information please call 1300 233 673 or email info@afford.com.au


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HEALTHY PROTEIN BALLS Get an energy kick with these healthy protein balls! They’re easy to meal prep, low in sugar, high in antioxidants and packed with gut-loving ingredients. Make a delicious batch of protein balls following these steps: INGREDIENTS

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• 1/3 cup desiccated coconut • 1 tbsp. cacao powder • 60g fresh dates, pitted (soft) • 2 tbsp. natural vanilla protein powder • 1/3 cup almonds • 2 tbsp. water INSTRUCTIONS • Combine cacao powder, dates, protein powder, almonds and water in a food processor and process until a sticky mixture is formed. • Divide the mixture into 5 piles and using the palm of your hands roll the mixture into firm balls. • Roll the balls into the coconut, ensuring all sides are coated. • Serve 1 ball and refrigerate the remaining choc coconut balls to be consumed throughout the week. NUTRITION FACTS • Calories - 159 cal • Protein – 6.6g • Fat, total – 9.4g • Carbohydrate – 10.3g • Sodium – 11mg SERVING SIZE: 5 Enjoy! Recipe by F45’s nutritionist, Lyn Green. Check out some more great protein ball recipes here: https://bit.ly/3mmyYSa

For more information please call 1300 233 673 or email info@afford.com.au


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AFFORD GETAWAYS LAUNCH NEW HOLIDAY BROCHURE Afford Getaways are excited to announce the launch of our new supported holiday brochure for 2020-2022! The new brochure is packed full of exciting new holidays for your loved one to enjoy. Afford offers travel options for your loved one to travel solo, with friends or family members on a dream getaway. Now is the time to plan a trip to places you’ve always wanted to see in Australia! Our supported getaways travel to some of the best destinations in Australia, visit some iconic theme parks on the Gold Coast, kick back and relax on The Ghan as you travel through the heart of Australia’s red centre in Adelaide, or enjoy a road trip to Australia’s capital city! There are so many Australian getaways on offer and some great international options, once we can travel overseas again safely. We can also tailor-make a holiday just for you! So now is the perfect time to start saving for your next trip. Our new Afford Getaways brochures will be arriving at Afford sites over the next couple of weeks. We look forward to travelling with you in 2021! Read it here: https://bit.ly/31W7PgT Questions? Contact Afford Getaways: getaways@afford.com.au

NOBLE PARK DAY PROGRAM RE-OPENS Afford is excited to announce the re-opening of our Noble Park Day Program in Melbourne, which was recently closed due to the impact of COVID-19 restrictions. We are looking forward to welcoming back our clients to day program who have been isolating either at home or in Supported Afford Accommodation. Many of our clients kept in touch via zoom during the lockdown and our Melbourne staff have been incredibly innovative, thinking of new engaging programs and ways for our clients to have fun and stay connected at home. The light at the end of the tunnel is shining through and we are so happy to see Melbourne coming back to life. Need services or support in Victoria? Contact our Customer Care team on: 1300 233 673

For more information please call 1300 233 673 or email info@afford.com.au


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check out these upcoming carers events Even in these times carers can still connect with each other and find support via online events!

ONLINE EVENTS Event

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Regional Disability Expo Sunshine Coast

By RDE - Regional Disability Expo

Thursday 29th October 10:30AM 5:00PM Caloundra Indoor Stadium QLD

Cost - FREE

“Everything disability under the one roof” This is an event not to be missed for people with disabilities, family, carers and friends plus community minded people providing products and services, all in one central space. Register via Eventbrite: https://www. eventbrite.com.au/e/ rde-regional-disabilityexpo-sunshine-coasttickets-109732741584?utmmedium=discovery&utmcampaign=social&utm-con tent=attendeeshare&aff=e scb&utm-source=cp&utmterm=listing

ONLINE DETAILS EVENTS Cost - FREE Event

ONLINE EVENTS Event

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JTCESC & APM Communities Disability Expo

NDIS Career Plan Online Workshop

By 24/7 NDIS Help

Friday 30th October 9:00AM 5:00PM

By JTCESC & APM An event not to be missed for Affordian’s in Perth! Come and meet our friendly team at Afford and find out what makes our disability services award winning. Register via https://www.facebook.com/ events/2955711037865239

Mandurah Forum WA

Sunday 29th November 6:00PM 8:00PM Online Workshop Register via Eventbrite

Cost - FREE Getting ready for work, finding your first job, or a new job may take some time but it’s okay. Discovering what you need is really important. Register via https://www.eventbrite. com.au/e/ndis-career-planonline-workshop-tickets125106780749?utmmedium=discovery&utmcampaign=social&utm-con tent=attendeeshare&aff=e scb&utm-source=cp&utmterm=listing

Riddle me employment

Looking for a job that will be right for you? With the support of our experienced team, you can find the job that’s right for you, a job where you will gain new skills, feel valued, a job that lets you earn money and be in control of your life.

Mr. and Mrs. Mustard have six daughters and each daughter has one brother. How many people are in the Mustard family?

Afford is proud to offer the following employment services: - Disability Employment Service (DES) - Supported Employment (ADE) - School Leaver Employment Support (SLES)

Answer: There are nine Mustards in the family. Since each daughter shares the same brother, there are six girls, one boy and Mr. and Mrs. Mustard.

Call our friendly Supported Employment team today on: 1300 233 673 or visit www.afford.com.au/services/work/

For more information please call 1300 233 673 or email info@afford.com.au


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