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CHC Nurses Agency Network: Specialist CHC Training, Community & Consultancy for Nurses
A Dedicated UK Network for CHC Agency Nurses and Healthcare Organisations
The CHC Nurses Agency Network is a specialist community and consultancy service for nurses and healthcare organisations involved in NHS Continuing Healthcare (CHC) across the UK. We bring together experienced agency nurses, trainers, and consultants to support safe, compliant and person-centred care.
Our private network offers a unique combination of peer support, expert training, regulatory guidance, and practical consultancy focused on CHC, community Deprivation of Liberty (DoL) applications, and complex care in the community. Whether you are an individual agency nurse or a care provider, we help you navigate the complexities of CHC with confidence.
A Supportive Community for CHC Agency Nurses
Connect, Share and Grow with Like‑Minded Professionals
Private Social Media Groups and Peer Support
At the heart of the CHC Nurses Agency Network is a thriving community of around 500 CHC agency nursing professionals. Our confidential, invite‑only social media groups run 24‑7‑365, giving members a safe space to ask questions, share experiences and seek advice on real‑world CHC cases.
Because only another nurse truly understands the demands and pressures of nursing, our network offers genuine emotional support, professional solidarity, and practical tips that make daily practice easier and more sustainable.
Regular Events, Networking and Lifelong Connections
Building Professional and Personal Relationships
We host regular online and in‑person events to bring our network together, including CPD‑accredited training sessions, discussion forums, and informal meet‑ups. Many nurses who join our network go on to become long‑term friends and trusted colleagues.
New members are warmly welcomed into our community, with access to our private groups, events and shared resources, providing a supportive environment to relax, learn and develop your CHC career.
Specialist Training in Continuing Healthcare (CHC) and Community DoL
Boost Your CHC Knowledge, Confidence and Competence
Focused Courses on CHC Eligibility, Funding and Care Planning
Our specialist CHC training programmes are designed for agency nurses, care providers and multidisciplinary teams who need a clear, practical understanding of Continuing Healthcare processes. Courses cover CHC eligibility criteria, Decision Support Tools (DST), funding pathways, appeals, and complex care planning in community settings.
Training is delivered by experienced CHC practitioners who understand the realities of practice, ensuring sessions are interactive, case‑based and directly applicable to your day‑to‑day work.
Community Deprivation of Liberty (DoL) Applications
Practical Guidance for Lawful and Person‑Centred Restrictive Practices
We offer focused training and consultancy on community DoL applications, helping nurses and providers understand legal frameworks, documentation requirements and best practice in protecting patients’ rights.
Our support ensures your team can balance safety, autonomy and legal compliance, reducing risk while promoting dignity and choice for individuals subject to restrictions in the community.
Comprehensive Support for Safe Care Transitions
Ensuring Safe, Seamless Transitions Between Care Settings
Reducing Readmissions and Improving Outcomes
Transitions between hospital, home, and community placements are high‑risk moments for people eligible for CHC. The CHC Nurses Agency Network provides structured guidance on care coordination, communication and personalised discharge planning to keep patients safe.
By creating tailored transition plans, our network helps reduce avoidable readmissions, maintain continuity of care, and support individuals to settle safely and confidently into new environments.
Person‑Centred Transition Planning
Holistic, Individualised Support Around Each Patient
Every patient’s CHC journey is unique. We promote person‑centred transition planning that considers medical, psychological, social and environmental factors, involving families, advocates and multidisciplinary teams at every step.
This holistic approach supports independence, safety and quality of life, and ensures care plans remain aligned with individual preferences and outcomes.
Pre‑CQC Support and Regulatory Readiness
Preparing CHC Providers for CQC Inspection
Policies, Procedures and Evidence of Good Practice
For organisations delivering CHC and complex care in the community, CQC inspections can feel daunting. The CHC Nurses Agency Network offers pre‑CQC support and mock assessment to help you evidence safe, effective and well‑led care.
We review clinical documentation, risk assessments, care plans, governance systems and staff training records, identifying gaps and recommending practical improvements to strengthen compliance.
Ongoing Quality Improvement and Compliance
Sustaining High Standards Beyond Inspection Day
Our consultants work with your leadership and clinical teams to embed long‑term quality improvement, from refining auditing processes to strengthening incident learning and supervision.
With our support, providers can maintain consistent regulatory compliance, improve outcomes for people funded by CHC, and demonstrate a strong culture of person‑centred, evidence‑based care.
Supporting Individuals with Learning Disabilities (LD) in CHC
Person‑Centred LD Care Planning in the Community
Promoting Independence, Dignity and Inclusion
Many individuals with Learning Disabilities (LD) are eligible for CHC funding and require highly personalised support. The CHC Nurses Agency Network promotes person‑centred LD care and support planning tailored to communication needs, routines and preferences.
We work collaboratively with families, carers and multi‑disciplinary teams to design care that supports independence, dignity, community participation and positive risk‑taking.
Evidence‑Based, Rights‑Focused Approaches
Best Practice in Safety and Well‑Being
Our network champions the use of evidence‑based practice in LD services, including Positive Behaviour Support, trauma‑informed approaches and least‑restrictive practice.
This ensures that people with LD funded by CHC receive safe, respectful and rights‑based support, while providers remain compliant with legal and regulatory frameworks.
Expert CHC Case Management and Consultancy
Holistic Case Management for Complex CHC Packages
Coordinating Care Around the Individual
Our network includes experienced CHC case managers and senior nurses who support the development, implementation and review of complex care packages in the community.
We help coordinate care across GPs, therapists, social care, agencies and families, ensuring that each package is clinically appropriate, safe, person‑centred and financially sustainable.
Supporting Providers with Complex CHC Cases
Guidance with Documentation, Pathways and Legal Issues
For providers and commissioners, we offer consultancy on complex case reviews, appeals, safeguarding, mental capacity, DoL, and CHC pathway design.
Our aim is to act as a trusted partner, helping teams to resolve challenges, reduce risk, and ensure every individual receives the highest standard of care in line with CHC frameworks.
CHC‑Focused Events, Webinars and CPD Opportunities
Stay Up‑to‑Date with CHC Policy and Best Practice
Seminars, Workshops and Online Learning
The CHC Nurses Agency Network organises and participates in CHC‑focused webinars, workshops and conferences throughout the year, keeping members informed of the latest national guidance, case law and commissioning trends.
These events provide practical learning, networking opportunities and CPD hours, helping agency nurses and providers continually update their skills and knowledge in this specialist field.
Join the CHC Nurses Agency Network
A Relaxed, Supportive Space to Build Your CHC Career
How to Become a Member
If you are an agency nurse, CHC nurse assessor, case manager or provider involved in Continuing Healthcare, the CHC Nurses Agency Network is a valuable place to relax, connect and grow professionally.
By joining, you gain access to our private social media groups, regular events, shared resources and expert guidance, helping you build a resilient, informed and rewarding career in CHC nursing.
Frequently Asked Questions about CHC Nurses Agency Network
- What is the CHC Nurses Agency Network? It is a UK‑wide professional community and consultancy for nurses and providers involved in NHS Continuing Healthcare (CHC) and complex community care.
- Who can join the CHC Nurses Agency Network? Agency nurses, CHC nurse assessors, case managers and healthcare providers working within CHC or complex community care are welcome to apply.
- What benefits do members receive? Members gain access to private support groups, specialist CHC training, networking events, shared resources and expert consultancy when needed.
- Do you offer CHC training for organisations? Yes, we provide tailored CHC training programmes for teams covering eligibility, DST completion, funding, appeals and case management.
- Can you help with CQC preparation? We offer pre‑CQC support, documentation reviews and improvement plans to help CHC providers demonstrate safe, effective and well‑led care.
- Do you support community DoL applications? Yes, we provide training and guidance on lawful community Deprivation of Liberty applications and least‑restrictive practice.
- How do you support nurses day‑to‑day? Our confidential social media groups and events enable nurses to share issues, seek advice and access peer and expert support 24‑7‑365.
- Do you work with people with Learning Disabilities (LD)? We support LD‑focused CHC practice by promoting person‑centred, evidence‑based care planning and rights‑focused approaches.
- Are your events and webinars CPD‑accredited? Many of our training sessions and webinars offer CPD hours; details are provided with each event.
- How can I join or find out more? You can contact us via our website or social channels to request membership information and details of upcoming CHC Nurses Agency Network events.
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