This guide is intended as general information for adults. Individual circumstances and applicable rules can differ. Take time to make informed decisions, protect your privacy and seek qualified independent advice where appropriate.

Be clear and courteous

Use respectful language, ask relevant questions and accept that a provider may not be available or may decline. Avoid intrusive questions that are unrelated to the stated arrangement.

Do not pressure for exceptions

Published boundaries and terms should be treated as real boundaries. Repeated requests to change them, demands for private contact details or attempts to negotiate after a clear refusal are inappropriate.

Communicate changes promptly

If your plans change, tell the relevant contact as soon as possible and follow the stated cancellation process. Do not simply fail to attend or leave the other party without information.

Respect privacy

Do not record, photograph, publish or share another person’s images or private information without explicit permission. Keep communications and personal details confidential.

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