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NDIS guides, tips and news
Long-form articles for participants, support coordinators and providers. New posts publish four times a day.
- Support Coordination
Documenting Choice and Control in Case Notes: A Guide for Support Coordinators
A practical guide for support coordinators on recording choice and control in case notes, from shortlisting providers to capturing consent and participant decisions.
24 May 2026 - 8 min read - by OpenWay editorial
- General
What Is an NDIS Worker Screening Check? A Plain-English Guide
Not sure what an NDIS Worker Screening Check is or why it matters? This plain-English guide explains who needs one, how it works, and what to look for when choosing a provider.
24 May 2026 - 8 min read - by OpenWay editorial
- General
Preparing for an NDIS Planning Meeting: 10 Questions Answered
Your NDIS planning meeting shapes your whole plan. Here are honest answers to the 10 questions participants and families ask most before they walk in the door.
24 May 2026 - 9 min read - by OpenWay editorial
- Daily Living
7 Tips for Getting the Most from Your Daily Living Supports
Daily living supports can transform everyday life - but only if they're set up well. Here are seven practical tips to help you get real value from your NDIS funding.
24 May 2026 - 10 min read - by OpenWay editorial
- Finding & Keeping a Job
How to Choose an NDIS Employment Support Provider in Australia
A practical walkthrough for NDIS participants and families on finding and choosing an employment support provider - from first search to signed service agreement.
23 May 2026 - 9 min read - by OpenWay editorial
- General
Managing waitlists with empathy: a guide for NDIS providers
Waitlists are a reality for many NDIS providers. This guide covers fair intake processes, empathetic communication, and practical systems to manage demand without burning out your team.
23 May 2026 - 10 min read - by OpenWay editorial
- General
Restrictive Practices and Behaviour Support: 10 Questions Answered
Restrictive practices and behaviour support are among the most misunderstood areas of the NDIS. Here are 10 plain-English answers to the questions families ask most.
23 May 2026 - 9 min read - by OpenWay editorial
- General
Registered vs unregistered NDIS providers: which is right for you?
Registered and unregistered NDIS providers both deliver real supports - but the rules around who can use each are different. Here is what you need to know.
23 May 2026 - 9 min read - by OpenWay editorial
- Allied Health
How to Find a Good Allied Health Provider Under the NDIS
Allied health supports can make a real difference under the NDIS. Here is how to find a good provider near you, what questions to ask, and what to watch out for.
22 May 2026 - 9 min read - by OpenWay editorial
- Improved Health & Wellbeing
7 Tips for Getting the Most from Your NDIS Health & Wellbeing Supports
NDIS Improved Health & Wellbeing funding can cover a wide range of supports - but only if you use it strategically. Here are seven practical tips to help you get real results.
22 May 2026 - 9 min read - by OpenWay editorial
- Support Coordination
Documenting Choice and Control in Case Notes: A Guide for Support Coordinators
Strong case notes protect participants and coordinators alike. This guide covers what to record, when to record it, and how to document genuine choice at every step.
22 May 2026 - 9 min read - by OpenWay editorial
- Plan Management
NDIA-managed plans: working with registered providers
If the NDIA manages your NDIS funding, most supports must come from registered providers. Here's how the payment process works and what choices you still have.
22 May 2026 - 8 min read - by OpenWay editorial
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