CHC Nurses Network: Specialist Training & Support UK

CHC Nurses Network offers specialist NHS Continuing Healthcare (CHC) training, consultancy and peer support for agency and independent nurses across the UK. Access expert guidance on CHC funding, assessments, DoLS, appeals, CQC readiness and complex community care, plus confidential networking, webinars and CPD. Join a nurse-led community that helps you build CHC expertise, stay compliant and improve outcomes for patients.

CHC Nurses Agency Network: Specialist CHC Training, Community & Consultancy for Nurses

Welcome to CHC Nurses Agency Network – Supporting Nurses in Continuing Healthcare

The CHC Nurses Agency Network is a dedicated professional community and consultancy for nurses working in NHS Continuing Healthcare (CHC), community nursing, and complex care across the UK. We connect agency and independent nurses, provide specialist CHC training, share expert guidance on CHC funding, assessments, and appeals, and offer a supportive peer network that truly understands the realities of frontline practice.

Built by nurses, for nurses, our network helps you develop your CHC expertise, navigate complex cases, stay compliant with evolving regulations, and grow your professional career while feeling part of a strong, trusted community.

What Is the CHC Nurses Agency Network?

The CHC Nurses Agency Network is more than a training provider – it is a national community of over 500 CHC agency nursing professionals who share knowledge, support one another, and collaborate on best practice in Continuing Healthcare and complex community care.

Through confidential, invite-only social media groups, online forums, and regular events, we provide a safe space where nurses can ask questions, share challenges, and access up-to-date CHC resources 24/7/365.

Specialist CHC Training & Workshops for Nurses and Healthcare Teams

Advanced CHC and Community DoLS Application Training

Our core offering is specialist training in NHS Continuing Healthcare (CHC) and Community Deprivation of Liberty Safeguards (DoLS) applications, tailored for agency nurses, case managers, and multidisciplinary teams.

We cover CHC eligibility criteria, Decision Support Tool (DST) completion, checklist assessments, evidence gathering, and funding application processes, helping you navigate complex assessments confidently and efficiently.

By mastering documentation and clinical justification, nurses can advocate effectively for patients, support families, and improve CHC funding outcomes in line with the National Framework.

Custom Healthcare and Nursing Training Programmes

Alongside CHC-specific modules, the CHC Nurses Agency Network delivers bespoke training designed around the needs of providers, agencies, and individual nurses. Popular topics include:

  • Clinical documentation and evidence for CHC eligibility
  • Safeguarding and mental capacity in community settings
  • Risk assessment and complex care planning
  • Professional boundaries, accountability, and NMC Code compliance
  • Clinical leadership for agency and independent nurses

Our sessions are delivered online and in-person, combining clear theory with real case examples to support practical application in daily practice. Refresher modules and CPD-aligned content help you maintain skills and evidence ongoing professional development.

Expert CHC Consultancy, Case Support & Quality Compliance

Guidance on CHC Assessments, Reviews and Appeals

Complex CHC cases can be challenging, especially when funding is disputed or needs have escalated. Through the CHC Nurses Agency Network, nurses and organisations can access expert consultancy on assessments, local resolution, and appeals.

We offer advice on preparing for Multi-Disciplinary Team (MDT) meetings, analysing decision letters, strengthening clinical rationales, and ensuring that patient needs are accurately represented and correctly mapped to CHC domains.

Support for Seamless Care Transitions

Transitions from hospital to home, between placements, or into CHC-funded packages are high-risk points for patients. Our network supports nurses and providers to plan and coordinate safe care transitions that maintain continuity.

We help shape individualised care plans, communicate clearly with commissioners, community teams, and families, and reduce the risk of gaps in care, safeguarding concerns, or delays in funding and placement.

Pre-CQC Readiness & Quality Assurance for Community Providers

For agencies and providers working with CHC-funded patients, CQC compliance is crucial. Our nurse-led team offers pre-CQC readiness reviews focused on community and complex care, helping you align with regulatory standards before inspection.

We review policies, care plans, risk assessments, and governance processes, highlighting strengths and identifying areas for improvement so you can demonstrate safe, effective, person-centred care to regulators and commissioners.

Person-Centred Support for Complex Care & Learning Disabilities

Support Plans for Learning Disabilities (LD) and Autism

Many nurses in our network specialise in complex community care, including Learning Disabilities (LD), autism, and mental health. We promote best practice in developing personalised LD support plans that maximise independence, dignity, and quality of life.

Our community shares approaches that are evidence-based, trauma-informed, and person-centred, ensuring that support plans address communication needs, behaviour, physical health, and social inclusion.

Case Management and Coordinated Person-Centred Care

Through our extended professional network, we support nurse-led case management for people with complex health and social care needs, ensuring care is fully person-centred and legally compliant.

Our emphasis is on joined-up working: coordinating across CHC teams, local authorities, community providers, and families so that resources are used effectively and outcomes for individuals are consistently improved.

Community, Networking & Peer Support for CHC Nurses

A Safe Space Where Agency Nurses Truly Connect

We know that only another nurse truly understands nursing – the emotional toll, responsibility, and daily pressures. The CHC Nurses Agency Network offers a space where you can relax, be honest, and feel understood by colleagues who have walked the same path.

Our private, invite-only social media groups and online communities enable over 500 CHC agency nurses to share insights, raise professional issues, and support each other 24 hours a day, 365 days a year in a strictly confidential environment.

Regular Events, Meet-Ups & Professional Development

We run regular online and in-person events that bring our community together, including:

  • CHC-focused webinars and masterclasses
  • Peer support sessions and case discussion groups
  • Networking meet-ups for agency and independent nurses
  • Workshops on career development, revalidation, and portfolio building

Many nurses within our network become long-term friends and collaborators, building relationships that last for years and provide ongoing professional and emotional support.

Staying Ahead of CHC Policy, Practice & Regulatory Changes

Up-to-Date CHC Policy and Framework Updates

The CHC landscape changes regularly, from updates to the National Framework to local commissioning practices and legal rulings. Our network helps you stay ahead of policy changes with timely updates, simplified explanations, and practical guidance.

Members gain rapid access to relevant CHC news, case law, and best practice resources so that you can adapt your documentation, clinical practice, and advocacy accordingly.

Continuous Professional Development (CPD) Opportunities

We support nurses in meeting NMC revalidation requirements by providing opportunities for CPD, reflective practice, and professional discussion within the network.

Our events, trainings, and shared case reflections are ideal for recording in your CPD log and building a strong portfolio that evidences your expertise in Continuing Healthcare and complex community care.

Why Join the CHC Nurses Agency Network?

  • Specialist CHC focus: A community and consultancy dedicated to Continuing Healthcare and complex community nursing.
  • Stronger professional support: A safe, confidential space to discuss issues with experienced CHC nurses who understand your work.
  • Enhanced knowledge & skills: Access to targeted CHC training, webinars, and case-based learning to boost your confidence.
  • Career development: Networking, mentoring, and opportunities to grow your role and profile within CHC.
  • Better outcomes for patients: Improved advocacy, documentation, and multidisciplinary working that supports fair CHC decisions.

Whether you are new to Continuing Healthcare or an experienced CHC nurse looking for connection and growth, the CHC Nurses Agency Network helps you elevate your practice, feel supported, and stay informed.

Join the CHC Nurses Agency Network

If you are an agency nurse, independent nurse, or healthcare professional involved in Continuing Healthcare, we invite you to join our community.

Become part of a network that:

  • Shares real-world CHC experience
  • Provides reliable peer support
  • Helps you navigate complex CHC systems
  • Champions high standards of person-centred care

Get in touch today to access our private groups, events, and training, and to find out how the CHC Nurses Agency Network can support you and your professional journey in Continuing Healthcare.

Frequently Asked Questions (FAQs)

  1. What is the CHC Nurses Agency Network? The CHC Nurses Agency Network is a UK-wide professional community and consultancy for nurses specialising in NHS Continuing Healthcare and complex community care.
  2. Who can join the CHC Nurses Agency Network? Our network is open to agency nurses, independent nurses, and healthcare professionals who work with CHC-funded or complex community patients.
  3. Do you provide training on Continuing Healthcare (CHC)? Yes, we deliver specialist CHC training on eligibility, assessments, DST completion, documentation, reviews, and appeals.
  4. Are your training courses suitable for all experience levels? Our CHC training is designed for both nurses new to Continuing Healthcare and experienced practitioners seeking advanced development or refreshers.
  5. How does the network support nurses day-to-day? We provide confidential, invite-only social media groups and online forums where members can share professional issues, ask questions, and support each other 24/7.
  6. Do you offer consultancy on complex CHC cases? Yes, we offer guidance on complex CHC assessments, MDT meetings, reviews, and appeals to help nurses and providers advocate effectively for patients.
  7. Can the CHC Nurses Agency Network help with CQC readiness? We can advise community and complex care providers on quality standards and pre-CQC readiness for services supporting CHC-funded patients.
  8. Do you run events or networking sessions? We regularly host webinars, workshops, and networking sessions focused on CHC practice, policy updates, and professional development.
  9. Is the network only for nurses in a particular region? No, our community includes CHC nurses from across the UK, and most of our support and events are accessible online.
  10. How can I join or contact the CHC Nurses Agency Network? You can contact us via our website or social channels to request more information and an invitation to our private CHC nursing groups and events.