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Suggest an Event

Do you know about an upcoming community event that you would like to see listed on the Affordable SA web site?

List Your Community Event

We want to help promote your local community event. We may even share your event on social media!

We list events that are low cost and accessible: Workshops, Food Giveaways, Free Performances and Entertainment

Tell us about your Event

Follow us on Facebook or Twitter:

Twitter: https://twitter.com/Affordablesaapp

Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/affordableSAapp

Send us a direct message with your event details, including: name of event, date, time, description, an image and website link (if available).

You can also submit an event suggestion via our Contact Form

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OneSight - Free Eye Exams & Glasses

The Salvation Army Playford is hosting an optometry clinic for free eye exams, checkups and glasses.

Bookings are essential, via phone or in person.

Phone Number: 08 8255 8811

Location: 39 Kinkaid Road, Elizabeth East SA 5112

Date: Friday, 23 June 2023

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Digital Skills for Work and Study - Mitchell Park

Work and study often require us to have a working knowledge of computer programs and internet-based technologies. Held at MarionLIFE in Mitchell Park, this course will help you to build the digital skills you need to confidently pursue and engage in work and study.

This course includes practical, step-by-step activities and group discussions, and will guide you on how to use different computer and internet-based applications to perform various tasks. Laptops are provided for use in class, or you can bring your own.

The 6 sessions will be held on 3rd May, 10th May, 17th May, 24th May, 31st May, & 7th June.

Each Wednesday class will run from 1:00pm to 4:30pm.

The course topics include:

- Word processing

- Internet browsing

- Emailing

- Online storage via the cloud

- Internet safety, confidentiality and online privacy

- Video conferencing

- Netiquette and communication in a professional context

- Tailoring your resume and cover letter to specific roles

- Job searching and creating an online job profile

Your reading and numeracy skills will be assessed before you start to help identify any supports you may need, and to be sure that this is the right course for you.

To access this course for free you must be a South Australian resident (or hold a valid work or study visa), aged 18 years or older and preparing for work or study, and not enrolled in school or a Flexible Learning Options program.

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Digital Skills for Work and Study - Elizabeth East

Work and study often require us to have a working knowledge of computer programs and internet-based technologies. Held at Midway Road Community House Inc. in Elizabeth East, this course will help you to build the digital skills you need to confidently pursue and engage in work and study.

This course includes practical, step-by-step activities and group discussions, and will guide you on how to use different computer and internet-based applications to perform various tasks. Laptops are provided for use in class, or you can bring your own.

The 8 sessions will be held on 1st May, 8th May, 15th May, 22nd May, 29th May, 5th June, 19th June, & 26th June.

Each Monday class will run from 9:30am to 12:30pm.

The course topics include:

- Word processing

- Internet browsing

- Emailing

- Online storage via the cloud

- Internet safety, confidentiality and online privacy

- Video conferencing

- Netiquette and communication in a professional context

- Tailoring your resume and cover letter to specific roles

- Job searching and creating an online job profile

Your reading and numeracy skills will be assessed before you start to help identify any supports you may need, and to be sure that this is the right course for you.

To access this course for free you must be a South Australian resident (or hold a valid work or study visa), aged 18 years or older and preparing for work or study, and not enrolled in school or a Flexible Learning Options program.

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Confidence for Work - Mitchell Park

One of the most important steps in preparing for employment is learning how to improve and maintain our wellbeing and resilience. Held at MarionLIFE in Mitchell Park, this course will help you to understand your emotions and needs, and how these influence your interactions with others, and the daily self-care tools you can use to boost your confidence and feel good for work.

The 4 sessions will be held on 30th May, 6th June, 13th June & 20th June.

Each Tuesday class will run from 9:30am to 2:30pm.

The course topics include:

- Growing resilience and wellbeing

- Developing a positive mindset

- Confidence - what it is and how you grow it

- Overcoming barriers and responding to challenges

- Identifying strengths and skills

- Seeking meaningful work

- Building a resume that highlights your skills and attributes

- Tools to help manage anxiety and stressful situations

- Mindfulness

- Developing capacity to participate confidently in interviews

- Setting goals

Your reading and numeracy skills will be assessed before you start to help identify any supports you may need, and to be sure that this is the right course for you.

To access this course for free you must be a South Australian resident (or hold a valid work or study visa), aged 18 years or older and preparing for work or study, and not enrolled in school or a Flexible Learning Options program.

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Salvation Army Wills Day

Have you taken care of your Will?

Most of us don't think about it very often, but having a good Will is the simplest way to make sure the people to matter to us are taken care when we're gone. And it doesn't have to be difficult or costly.

The Salvos offer a community service in which generous and independent local solicitors prepare simple Wills in exchange for a $100 ($150 per couple) contribution to their work. It's a great way to ensure you have a Will that reflects your wishes, while also supporting Australians in need.

Held at The Salvation Army, Ingle Farm on Friday the 25th of August, appointments are available between 10:30am and 3:30pm and bookings are essential.

Call 1800 337 082, or book online at salvationarmy.org.au/willsday.

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Confidence for Work - Mount Barker

One of the most important steps in preparing for employment is learning how to improve and maintain our wellbeing and resilience. Held at Mount Barker Community Centre in Mount Barker, this course will help you to understand your emotions and needs, and how these influence your interactions with others, and the daily self-care tools you can use to boost your confidence and feel good for work.

The 4 sessions will be held on 6th June, 13th June, 20th June & 27th June.

Each Tuesday class will run from 10:00am to 3:00pm.

The course topics include:

- Growing resilience and wellbeing

- Developing a positive mindset

- Confidence - what it is and how you grow it

- Overcoming barriers and responding to challenges

- Identifying strengths and skills

- Seeking meaningful work

- Building a resume that highlights your skills and attributes

- Tools to help manage anxiety and stressful situations

- Mindfulness

- Developing capacity to participate confidently in interviews

- Setting goals

Your reading and numeracy skills will be assessed before you start to help identify any supports you may need, and to be sure that this is the right course for you.

To access this course for free you must be a South Australian resident (or hold a valid work or study visa), aged 18 years or older and preparing for work or study, and not enrolled in school or a Flexible Learning Options program.

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Planning for the Unplanned Webinar

How can you be financially ready for a natural disaster?

Is being financially prepared all about having savings in the bank? Or is there more to it? Where does social and mental support come into play?

Everyone’s situation is unique.

There will be some things you are already doing well, some things outside of your control, and some things you can do NOW to get ready.

Discover the things that you have the power to change. You’re invited to a free webinar: Planning for the Unplanned

Join one of two free webinars. Details below:

WEBINAR ONE: Tuesday 20 June 10am - 11:30am

Join on your computer, mobile app or room device

Click here to join the meeting

Meeting ID: 421 766 356 682

Passcode: 6GmmBU

WEBINAR TWO: Wednesday 21 June at 6:30pm - 8pm

Join on your computer, mobile app or room device

Click here to join the meeting

Meeting ID: 458 719 632 960

Passcode: rps9xj

You can also download your copy of Planning for the Unplanned byclicking here.

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Free Hearing Checks - Hearing Australia

The Salvation Army Playford is hosting free hearing checks every Monday.

Time: 9.30am-12.30pm, appointments are approx. 15 minutes

Eligibility: All Adults

Location: 39 Kinkaid Road, Elizabeth East SA 5112

Bookings preferred by phone (8255 8811) or in person.

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