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December 4, 2015 - Issue 33 Week 23
Afford Presents New Vantastic Design In this Issue Page 1 •Afford Presents New Vantastic Design
Page 2 • Staff Profile • Belmore Officially Open For Business • Afford Find Success on the Road
Page 3 • Join Us At The NDIS Roadshow
Page 4 Blacktown Day Programs van experienced a huge makeover recently showing off the new look Afford colourful logo and design. As the NDIS grows nearer, we think that having a number of eye catchers such as this driving on the roads of our Sydney suburbs, will create more awareness toward our company and excite people to come in and see the great services we can provide them and their families. All staff who have witnessed the van couldn’t help but look on with amazement at the new range of colours and designs, eager to see more of these colourful vans driving around in the future. This is one of many exciting things coming to Afford as we transition to our new branding and look forward to providing further products showcasing how creative and innovative we are as a company at Afford.
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• Afford Joins The Hon. Stuart Ayres For Dinner • AFFORD Selfies • Have A Laugh
AFFORD Fact In 2004, the Liverpool Business Enterprise extended. Condell Park Day Program site was purchased and Afford officially opened the Kings Park Day Program.
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Staff Profile
Belmore Officially Open For Business
Narrissa Khazali
The 26th of November marked the official opening of our new Day Program in Belmore.
Lifestyle Assistant Green Valley Day Program
Favourite Song: Thinking Out Loud- Ed Sheeran Favourite Movie: Shutter Island Favourite Hobbies: Shopping, going to dinner, holidays Favourite Foods: Persian food If you could be an animal what would you be: A bird What is your dream holiday destination: Greek Islands
After the success of almost fifteen years operating at our Lakemba Day Program the increasing demand for quality service outgrew the site, creating the opportunity to move to a new building in Belmore. There was an overwhelming response in support of this site with a large number of people in attendance including staff and family members of our clients, joined by the NSW Government Minister for Disability Services, John Ajaka, and Mayor of the City of Canterbury, Brian Robson. Everyone who attended had a great time sharing laughs over a nice spread of delicious treats and drinks.
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If you had the power what would you change about the world: No more war, no more violence and world peace What is the nicest thing someone has ever done for you: My families endless support If you had to teach something what would you teach: We are all one Something no one knows about me: Bananas make me sick
Recently Afford received a great response at the first of many NDIS preplanning sessions, informing family members about the new process and how we at Afford can provide and assist them with the best service. The session included an informative presentation from Steve Herald and Angela Wilkinson, a handout pack which contains a run down on the NDIS and our services followed by a Q&A for clients and family members. Everyone who participated had a great time learning about the NDIS, family members stated “The presentation was very well delivered. Plenty of opportunity to ask questions, all aspects were well covered and explained. The handout pack is extremely helpful to take away and start working on�. Congratulations to everyone involved making the session a success and we look forward to many more to come!
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Join Us At The NDIS Roadshow
Afford are devoted to partnering with clients to assist in understanding the NDIS process and HELP prepare for your NDIS meeting. Our Pre-planning Roadshow is our commitment to you, giving you the proper foundation and care you need in establishing your NDIS plan. With a proven track record of excellence and a growing client base, let us guide you through this important process with the ease and care that you deserve. Below is a list of Roadshow dates: January 2016 Workshops 18th January 7pm-9pm, Blacktown Workers Club, 55 Campbell St, Blacktown. 19th January 7pm-9pm, Canterbury Leagues Club, 26 Bridge Rd, Belmore. 21st January 7pm-9pm, Campbelltown RSL, 1 Carberry Ln, Campbelltown. Febuary 2016 Workshops 1st Febuary 11am-1pm, Liverpool Catholic Club, 424-458 Hoxton Park Rd, Prestons. 1st Febuary 7pm-9pm, Penrith RSL, 8 Tindale St, Penrith. 2nd Febuary 7pm-9pm, Mounties, 101 Meadows RD, Mt Pritchard. 3rd Febuary 11am-1pm,Canterbury Leagues Club, 26 Bridge Rd, Belmore. 3rd Febuary 7pm-9pm, Liverpool Catholic Club, 424-458 Hoxton Park Rd, Prestons. 4th February 11am-1pm, Blacktown Workers Club, 55 Campbell St, Blacktown. 8th February 11am-1pm, Campbelltown RSL, 1 Carberry Ln, Campbelltown. 16th Febuary 11am-1pm, Penrith RSL, 8 Tindale St, Penrith. 17th February 11am-1pm, Mounties, 101 Meadows Rd, Mt Pritchard. Complimentary refreshments and finger food provided. To register for your Afford NDIS workshop visit info@afford.com.au, OR phone Kerrie on 1300 233 673.
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Afford Joins The Hon. Stuart Ayres For Dinner On 28th November Afford staff got all glammed up to enjoy a night out at the Western Sydney fundraiser Dinner for Minister of trade, tourism and major events, Stuart Ayres, at The Chairman’s Lounge, Pepper Stadium. Afford were amongst a table of special guests including The Minister for Industrial Relations, Gladys Berejiklian, Minister for Finance Services and Property, Dominic Perrottet, Minister for Regional Development, John Barilaro and of course the main guest Stuart Ayres. A big thankyou goes to all the staff that represented Afford on the night, everyone looked glamorous.
Pictured Above: Afford Staff members enjoying the night with Minister Stuart Ayres and Minister Gladys Berejiklian.
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In this Selfie Above: Staff members at the grand opening at Belmore.
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