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CHC Nurses Agency Network: Continuing Healthcare Training, Support & Consultancy for Agency Nurses
A Specialist UK Community for CHC Agency Nurses, Training & Professional Support
The CHC Nurses Agency Network is a dedicated UK-based community and consultancy service for agency nurses working in NHS Continuing Healthcare (CHC), community care and complex care settings. We bring CHC professionals together to share knowledge, build connections, and access expert support with CHC practice, compliance and professional development.
With an active core network of around 500 CHC agency nursing professionals, confidential invite-only social media groups, and regular online and in-person events, we make it easier for agency nurses to thrive in demanding roles while staying up to date with CHC frameworks, CQC expectations and best practice in complex care.
Our mission is to create a supportive space where CHC agency nurses can learn, de‑stress, connect and grow their careers—alongside access to specialist training and consultancy services for individuals, agencies and healthcare providers.
What Is the CHC Nurses Agency Network?
The CHC Nurses Agency Network is both a professional community and a specialist CHC consultancy hub. We understand that only another nurse truly appreciates the pressure, responsibility and emotional load that comes with Continuing Healthcare and complex care caseloads.
Our network offers a supportive environment where you can:
- Connect with other experienced CHC agency nurses
- Discuss professional issues in a confidential, invite-only space
- Access CHC training, resources and expert guidance
- Stay informed on CHC policy changes, CQC requirements and best practice
- Develop your career, confidence and competence in CHC
Many nurses in our community become long-term friends and professional allies, offering mutual support 24/7, 365 days a year through private, moderated social media groups.
Join a Supportive Community of CHC Agency Nurses
We welcome new members into our CHC Agency Nurses Network and provide easy ways to get involved, whether you are new to CHC or highly experienced.
- Join our private social media groups for confidential peer-to-peer support
- Take part in regular online meet‑ups and networking events
- Share experiences, discuss complex cases (anonymised), and support each other
- Reduce isolation and burnout by connecting with nurses who truly understand your role
Our community is designed to be a place to relax, offload and grow professionally—a safe space where CHC agency nurses can talk openly about the realities of practice.
Specialist CHC Training & Professional Development for Nurses
Continuing Healthcare (CHC) Assessment & Funding Training
Understanding the complexities of Continuing Healthcare eligibility, assessment and funding is essential for agency nurses working in CHC and complex care settings. Our bespoke training programmes give nurses the practical skills and confidence they need to work effectively within the National Framework.
Our CHC training for nurses typically covers:
- Key elements of the National Framework for NHS Continuing Healthcare and NHS‑funded Nursing Care
- Understanding and applying the CHC Decision Support Tool (DST)
- Assessment, documentation and evidence gathering for CHC eligibility
- Care planning for complex needs, risk management and escalation
- Appeals, reviews and working with multidisciplinary teams (MDTs)
- Aligning CHC practice with CQC and local commissioning requirements
Training is delivered by experienced CHC nurses and consultants who bring real-world expertise from both commissioning and provider perspectives.
Community DOL & Legal Framework Awareness
We also offer training and guidance on Community Deprivation of Liberty (DOL) applications and related legal frameworks, helping agency nurses understand their responsibilities in community and complex care settings.
Sessions can include:
- Legal and professional responsibilities around DOL and capacity
- Recognising when DOL applications may be required in community settings
- Documentation, communication, and liaison with local authorities
- Safeguarding, risk, and rights‑based approaches to care
Managing Transitions & Complex Care Pathways
Transitions between hospital, community, care homes and home‑based care can be particularly challenging for CHC patients and the nurses supporting them. Our training explores best practice in managing transitions to reduce risk and improve continuity of care.
We focus on:
- Coordinating safe discharge and admission in CHC-funded pathways
- Communication skills for working with MDTs, families and commissioners
- Maintaining person-centred care across different settings
- Preventing breakdown of care packages and avoidable readmissions
Workshops, Webinars & Continuous Professional Development (CPD)
Alongside structured training, the CHC Nurses Agency Network hosts regular workshops, webinars, study days and networking events to support ongoing professional development.
Our CPD opportunities help CHC agency nurses to:
- Stay current with policy updates, guidance and CHC best practice
- Build confidence in complex clinical and legal areas
- Share real-world scenarios and solutions with peers
- Expand their professional network and career opportunities
CHC Consultancy & Support for Agencies and Providers
Pre‑CQC Assessment & Compliance Support
For care providers and agencies, we offer pre‑CQC assessment and CHC practice reviews to help ensure that CHC-related care, documentation and governance meet regulatory expectations.
Our experienced CHC professionals can support you with:
- Reviewing policies, procedures and care plans related to CHC clients
- Checking compliance with the National Framework, MCA and safeguarding
- Identifying risks, gaps and improvement opportunities
- Providing clear, actionable recommendations before CQC inspections
This proactive approach helps reduce stress around inspections and strengthens both quality of care and regulatory compliance.
Person‑Centred Care & Support Planning for Complex Needs
We specialise in supporting nurses and teams to develop person‑centred care and support plans for people with complex health needs, Learning Disabilities (LD), autism and long‑term conditions in CHC-funded packages.
Our consultancy can support you to:
- Design evidence-based, individualised care and support plans
- Embed independence, dignity and choice into everyday practice
- Use positive behaviour support and trauma-informed approaches where appropriate
- Align care plans with CHC, CQC and safeguarding expectations
Case Management, Coordination & CHC Best Practice Advice
The CHC Nurses Agency Network also offers case management and advisory support to help providers and agencies coordinate high-quality CHC packages.
We focus on:
- Strengthening communication between nurses, MDTs, commissioners and families
- Ensuring legal and regulatory compliance within CHC pathways
- Optimising staffing, skills mix and resources
- Supporting early identification of risk and timely escalation
Our goal is to help teams deliver safe, person‑centred, sustainable CHC care that leads to better outcomes for patients and families.
Why Join and Work With the CHC Nurses Agency Network?
A Network Built by CHC Nurses, for CHC Nurses
Our community and consultancy services are led by experienced CHC nurses who understand both the clinical and organisational pressures of agency work in Continuing Healthcare.
Genuine Peer Support & Confidential Discussion Spaces
We provide safe, moderated, invite-only social media groups where you can talk honestly with other CHC agency nurses about practice, challenges and dilemmas—day or night.
Specialist Focus on CHC, Complex Care & Compliance
Unlike generic nursing networks, we specialise exclusively in CHC, complex community care and related compliance areas, giving you access to highly targeted knowledge and support.
Ongoing Professional Growth & Career Development
Through events, training, informal mentoring and introductions, we help CHC agency nurses build skills, expand opportunities and advance their careers in Continuing Healthcare and complex care.
Join the CHC Nurses Agency Network
If you are an agency nurse working in Continuing Healthcare or complex care—or you are looking to move into CHC practice—the CHC Nurses Agency Network offers the community, training and consultancy support you need.
Contact us today to:
- Enquire about joining our private CHC agency nurse groups
- Discuss CHC training for yourself, your agency or your team
- Arrange pre‑CQC or CHC practice support for your organisation
- Find out more about our events, webinars and workshops
Connect with a network that understands CHC inside out—and is committed to supporting you, your practice and your patients.
Frequently Asked Questions
- What is the CHC Nurses Agency Network? The CHC Nurses Agency Network is a UK-based professional community and consultancy service for agency nurses working in NHS Continuing Healthcare and complex care.
- Who can join the CHC Nurses Agency Network? Our network is open to registered nurses and allied professionals working in, or interested in, CHC and complex community care roles.
- Is membership of the network free? We offer a mix of free community access and paid training or consultancy options, depending on the level of support you need.
- What kind of training do you provide? We provide specialist CHC training covering eligibility, assessments, the DST, care planning, community DOL, transitions and related legal and regulatory frameworks.
- Do you run events or webinars? Yes, we regularly host webinars, workshops, Q&A sessions and networking events focused on CHC, complex care and professional development.
- Can you help my organisation prepare for CQC inspections? We offer pre‑CQC assessments, policy and care plan reviews, and CHC practice support to help providers demonstrate compliance and quality.
- Do you support care planning for complex needs and Learning Disabilities? Yes, we help nurses and services develop person‑centred, evidence‑based care and support plans for people with complex health needs, LD and autism.
- How do your private social media groups work? Our groups are confidential, invite-only online spaces where CHC agency nurses can share experiences, ask questions and support each other 24‑7‑365.
- Are your services suitable for small agencies and providers? Absolutely, we work with organisations of all sizes and tailor our training and consultancy to your specific context and resources.
- How do I get started with the CHC Nurses Agency Network? Simply contact us via our website or social channels to enquire about joining the network, booking training or arranging a consultancy discussion.
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