Staff Matters May 28, 2020 Issue 259 Week 48
CARING ABOUT OUR STAFF RESIDENTS CELEBRATE NATIONAL RECONCILIATION WEEK Acknowledgement of Country:
We acknowledge the Traditional Owners of the land on which we meet, the Dharug people. We would also like to pay our respects to Elders past, present and future. National Reconciliation Week encourages all Australians to learn about our country’s history, cultures and achievements. It is a time for us to reflect on ways that each of us can contribute to achieving reconciliation in Australia. Part of the Afford Lifestyle is about supporting residents to explore more about the world around them. Krystal, a lifestyle assistant at the True Blue Group Home is passionate about educating the community on Indigenous culture. Residents said they wanted to acknowledge the traditional custodians of the land during Reconciliation Week, Krystal and the True Blue staff organised a range of cultural appreciation experiences on-site. Residents from Sunshine, Panthers, Empire and Dolphin Cove Group Homes were invited to join in at True Blue.
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Residents Celebrate National Reconciliation Week Afford Trivia Ask Our CEO
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Crestmead Group Home Welcomes Its First Resident Staff Profile
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Social Distancing Done Right! Keep Warm With Afford Reminder Handyman Timetable Selfies of the Week Upcoming Events Trivia Answer
In the lead up to Reconciliation Week, Krystal supported our residents to learn about Indigenous art and created National Sorry Day signs depicting the Aboriginal flag. They researched artworks and discovered that Aboriginal art is about storytelling. Indigenous art tells stories about the land, culture and beliefs of the Aboriginal people. Dave from Bushbred was invited to teach residents how to make damper and cook it on an open fire. The cooked damper was sliced and served warm with a selection of bush jams. He also showed residents a boomerang that he had crafted from timber found in the paddock at Cherrywood Friendship Farm. Afford staff understand the importance of embracing diversity and always find unique ways to incorporate all cultural celebrations with our residents and clients.
Being permanent part-time do I have to use my annual leave if I give up my shifts? No you do not need use annual leave. Conversely, if staff are needed to work shifts and refuse they will need to use leave.
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