22/01/2026
π‘ Choosing a Service Provider? Ask These 5 Questions π‘
Not all providers are the same. Before you decide, here are the top 5 questions to ask any prospective service provider:
1οΈβ£ Who will be supporting me, and what are their qualifications?
Experience, registration, and training matter.
2οΈβ£ How do you keep support person-centred?
Your goals, values, and choices should lead every decision.
3οΈβ£ What experience do you have with complex or specialised needs?
The right provider should confidently support your specific circumstances.
4οΈβ£ How do you ensure cultural safety and inclusion?
Everyone deserves respectful, inclusive, and affirming support.
5οΈβ£ How do you communicate and involve me in decisions?
Good providers listen, explain, and work with you β not around you.
βοΈ The right service provider should feel transparent, respectful, and aligned with what matters most to you.
Empowered choices lead to better outcomes. π