Staff Matters – Issue 130

Staff matters November 24, 2017 - Issue 130 Week 20

The Whole-Of-Life Approach

In This Issue 1 The Whole-Of-Life Approach

2 Staff Profile Congratulations Chairman, Ross Fowler Afford Intranet Our Communication Hub

3 Kirk’s Green Thumb Children’s Services A Ray Of Sunshine

4 Club Afford Go Wild Afford Group Homes are places where our whole-of-life approach to supports is truly showcased. Residents are offered support to enjoy the benefits of independent living, being part of the wider community, enjoying new social experiences and learning about healthy lifestyles.

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Residents receive person-centred supports to ensure they live the life they want, on their terms. At the Butterflies home, the ladies who recently moved into their new home are celebrating their new start. They now join the other residents to go out shopping for groceries, take part in social gatherings organised by residents and more.

At the Panthers home, residents are developing their technology skills by learning how to use iPads. John has learnt how to take photos and is now learning how to load them onto Facebook so that he can share all his new experiences with his family and friends.

Staying connected with family is another focus of support for residents. Lifestyle Assistants encourage residents to connect with family regularly and make time to keep up to date with family activities.

Residents enjoy the freedom to live life how they want and when they want, and can trust Afford to provide the support they need to achieve their personal goals and happiness.

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Reminder Don’t forget to send your/clients’ achievements, good news stories and photos to CELEBRATE@afford.com.au

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November 24, 2017 - Issue 130

Staff Profile

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Lifestyle Assistant Mt Druiit LC Favourite Song: Caruso – Luciano Pavarotti Favourite Movie: The Godfather Favourite Hobbies: Playing golf and tennis.

Favourite Foods:Pasta If you could be an animal what would you be: A Dolphin What is your dream holiday destination: Alaska If you had the power what would you change about the world: To stop war.

What is the nicest thing someone has ever done for you: Birthday present If you had to teach something what would you teach: Singing Something no one knows about me: When I have a day off, I do nothing.

Congratulations Chairman, Ross Fowler Last week, we welcomed the appointment of Ross Fowler as the new Chairman of the Afford Board, after Neville Barnier retired from serving on the Afford Board for more than 30 years. All of Afford thank Neville for his outstanding and invaluable service to the Afford community.

Ross is the former Mayor of Penrith City Council, a current Councillor and is the principal of a Penrith-based firm of Chartered Accountants.

Ross’ other directorship experience includes Western Sydney Regional Organisation of Councils Ltd, Penrith Whitewater Stadium, and Penrith Performing and Visual Arts and Ripples at St Marys.

Ross and our Board of Directors are committed to upholding our organisational mission and values. Ross commented that, “I am honoured to accept the role of Chairman of Afford from Neville Barnier. Neville has made a tremendous contribution to Afford, which is now in the best position it has ever been in. I look forward to working with all towards our continued success for the benefit of our clients.”

Afford Intranet Our Communication Hub We have a positive culture of communication at Afford that inspires and aligns us as a united organisation. We encourage growth, a common sense of purpose, and understand the benefits of good communication.

To ensure that Afford staff perform their jobs to the best of their ability, we have implemented many communication tools to assist you.

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Our Intranet is a communication hub for staff and you are encouraged to utilise it on a regular basis. It is not only a hub for information and communication, but also a training platform used to provide links to online training content for staff.

It is important that staff take the time to familiarise themselves with all of the systems we have implemented, in particular our sector - leading policies and procedures that make your job easier.

Make time each week to review what’s new on the intranet and ensure you are armed with the most up-to-date knowledge of Afford ppolises and procedure so that we continue to provide the highest quality supports to our clients and their families.

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Kirk’s Green Thumb While out on community access, Kirk, from Belmore Lifestyle Centre, decided to buy some strawberry seeds to plant.

When he returned to the centre, Kirk filled a pot with soil and then planted his seeds. He then watered them and put them on the kitchen window where the sun shines through.

Kirk was very excited to plant the seeds. He waters the plant every second day without fail.

Kirk, as well as everyone at Belmore Lifestyle Centre, can‘t wait for the seedlings to sprout and for the plant to grow and start producing strawberries.

Kirk is super excited to see the delicious results of his planting and is keen to share his strawberries with his peers. Berry good job, Kirk!

Children’s Services A Ray of Sunshine

Afford is successfully moving into children’s services, with the Windsor program now in full swing and supporting its first client.

Tim has recently joined Afford’s children’s services and has just been the perfect ray of sunshine. Since joining, Timothy has become involved in swimming, bowling, bush walking and visiting Flip Out, amongst other things.

He is such a pleasure to be around and Afford staff are ready and keen to work with him to meet his personal life goals and the needs of his family.

Afford has experienced significant growth over the past 12 months and we continue to move forward to expand services in more communities, to help more people.

Afford is truly a one-stop for all disability supports and our whole-of-life approach makes us a trusted service provider for many families and individuals.

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Club Afford Go Wild Club Afford offers members opportunities to enjoy new life experiences in a safe and supportive environment. Club Afford encourages members to expand their social networks and lead healthy and fulfilling lifestyles.

Recently, Club Afford participants visited Sydney’s Taronga Zoo. Everyone enjoyed seeing the many animals and learning about different habitats and animal species.

It was a fun filled day for all and some were even were brave enough to fly over the top of the Zoo in the Sky Rail!

Club Afford activities are driven by the interests of participants. Afford is committed to giving clients choice and person-centred supports to achieve their goals, so many Club Afford activities and outings are created because clients have requested it.

Club Afford participants have taken part in a range of activities including gym and personal training sessions, music groups, aqua aerobics, dance classes, walking groups, art clubs, social BBQ’s, outings across Sydney and more.

As part of clients membership to Club Afford clients also receive their own Club Afford membership card with photo ID, a Club Afford polo shirt, drink bottle, lanyard and more goodies.

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In the Selfie Above: OT, Danielle Pullen, welcomed Lucy Charlotte to the Afford family this week.

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