CHC Nurses Agency Network: Supporting, Connecting & Empowering CHC Nurses
The Specialist Community for Continuing Healthcare (CHC) Agency Nurses & Organisations
The CHC Nurses Agency Network is a dedicated professional community and consultancy service for nurses and healthcare organisations working in NHS Continuing Healthcare (CHC) and community-based care. We connect CHC agency nurses, provide expert training and guidance on CHC processes, and support healthcare providers to deliver safe, effective and person-centred services.
With a core network of around 500 experienced CHC agency nursing professionals, our mission is to make life easier for CHC nurses, help organisations navigate complex CHC frameworks, and ultimately improve outcomes for patients and families.
What Is the CHC Nurses Agency Network?
The CHC Nurses Agency Network is more than a consultancy – it is a supportive professional hub where CHC nurses can relax, share experiences and strengthen their skills. We understand that only another nurse truly appreciates the pressures, workload and emotional challenges involved in CHC and complex care.
Our network brings CHC nurses together through private social media groups, regular online and in-person events, peer support and specialist education. Many members form long-term friendships and supportive professional relationships that continue for years.
Key Benefits of Joining the CHC Nurses Agency Network
A Safe, Confidential Space for CHC Nurses
We provide invite-only, confidential social media groups where CHC agency nurses can safely discuss complex cases, professional issues, CHC assessments and day-to-day challenges 24/7/365. This creates a trusted environment for honest conversation, advice and emotional support.
Professional Networking & Peer Support
Members of the CHC Nurses Agency Network can build valuable professional contacts across different regions, agencies and care settings. Our active community stays in touch regularly, sharing opportunities, resources, and insights into best practice in CHC and community care.
Career Development & Knowledge Sharing
We help CHC agency nurses to develop their careers through structured learning, informal peer teaching and access to experts in Continuing Healthcare. Our community is a rich source of up-to-date information on policies, tools, documentation and regulatory changes affecting CHC practice.
Regular Events for the CHC Nursing Community
We run regular workshops, webinars, seminars and social events that bring our network together. These sessions focus on CHC eligibility, Decision Support Tools (DSTs), documentation standards, lawful practice, safeguarding, person-centred care and more, while also giving nurses space to connect on a human level.
Consultancy & Training for Healthcare Organisations
Alongside our nurse network, the CHC Nurses Agency Network offers specialist consultancy and training services to care homes, community providers, NHS teams and independent organisations working within the CHC framework.
Specialist Training in Continuing Healthcare (CHC)
We deliver targeted CHC training programmes designed to improve understanding and application of the NHS Continuing Healthcare process. Our courses cover:
- CHC eligibility criteria and national frameworks
- Completion and quality of Checklist and Decision Support Tool (DST) documentation
- Care planning and coordination in CHC-funded packages
- Funding mechanisms and appeals processes
- Legal and ethical considerations in CHC decision-making
All training is delivered by experienced CHC nurses who work with these processes every day, giving your team practical, real-world insight.
CHC & Community DoL / Mental Capacity Support
We provide focused training and guidance on the CHC application process, community Deprivation of Liberty (DoL) issues and Mental Capacity Act (MCA) compliance. Teams learn how to complete assessments and documentation correctly, reduce delays, and protect patients’ rights while staying within the law.
Pre-CQC Readiness & Quality Improvement Support
For care homes, supported living providers and community services, we offer pre-CQC assessments and quality improvement consultancy. We review policies, procedures and practice related to CHC-funded packages and complex care, providing clear, actionable feedback to help you meet and exceed CQC expectations.
Case Management & Complex Care Coordination
Our expert CHC nurses can support with case management, complex care coordination and personalised care planning. We help ensure that care packages are clinically appropriate, person-centred, legally compliant and sustainable, with a strong focus on communication between all professionals involved.
Events, Workshops & Industry Engagement
The CHC Nurses Agency Network hosts and contributes to sector events focusing on CHC, community nursing and complex care. These events keep nurses and organisations informed about policy changes, case law, clinical best practice and practical tools for improving everyday care delivery.
Why Work With the CHC Nurses Agency Network?
Led by Experienced CHC Agency Nurses
Our network is built and led by front-line CHC agency nurses who understand the realities of negotiating CHC assessments, documentation, commissioning and regulatory requirements. This gives us unique insight into what nurses and organisations really need.
Tailored Support for Different Settings
We recognise that every organisation and every nurse is different. Our **training, consultancy and networking support** are tailored to care homes, community services, NHS teams and individual CHC agency nurses, ensuring that what we offer is genuinely relevant and practical.
Focus on Wellbeing as Well as Compliance
While we are committed to helping organisations meet regulatory and legal standards, we are equally passionate about nurse wellbeing. Our community offers emotional support, peer understanding and a sense of belonging that can reduce burnout and improve retention.
Evidence-Based, Up-to-Date & Practical
We base our guidance on current NHS Continuing Healthcare frameworks, CQC guidance, MCA/DoLS requirements and best practice in community nursing. Our focus is always on translating policy into practical, workable approaches at the bedside and in the community.
Who the CHC Nurses Agency Network Supports
- CHC agency nurses seeking community, guidance and career development
- Registered nurses moving into CHC or community-based complex care roles
- Care homes and nursing homes providing CHC-funded packages
- Supported living services and domiciliary care providers
- NHS CHC teams and commissioning groups seeking frontline insight
- Case managers and independent advocates involved in CHC processes
How to Join or Work With the CHC Nurses Agency Network
We warmly welcome new members into the CHC Nurses Agency Network. CHC agency nurses can join our private social media groups and community events to access peer support and professional networking. Organisations can partner with us for training, consultancy and event hosting.
If you would like to:
- Connect with other CHC agency nurses
- Access confidential peer support 24/7/365
- Arrange CHC training or consultancy for your organisation
- Collaborate on events or educational projects
please contact us to discuss how the CHC Nurses Agency Network can support you.
Get in Touch with CHC Nurses Agency Network
If you are ready to strengthen your CHC practice, grow your professional network and support your nursing career or organisation, the CHC Nurses Agency Network is here to help. Reach out to us via our website, email or social channels to find out about membership, training, consultancy and upcoming events.
FAQs About CHC Nurses Agency Network
- What is the CHC Nurses Agency Network? The CHC Nurses Agency Network is a specialist community and consultancy supporting CHC agency nurses and organisations involved in NHS Continuing Healthcare.
- Who can join the CHC Nurses Agency Network? Any nurse working in, or interested in, CHC or complex community care can join our network, subject to our membership and confidentiality requirements.
- Is the network only for agency nurses? Our core focus is CHC agency nurses, but we also welcome other nurses and professionals closely involved in CHC and complex care.
- What kind of support does the network offer nurses? We offer peer support, private social media groups, events, training opportunities and shared resources to help nurses manage CHC work and develop their careers.
- Do you provide CHC training for organisations? Yes, we deliver tailored CHC training on eligibility, documentation, care planning, DoL/MCA issues and best practice for teams and services.
- Can you help with CQC readiness and quality improvement? We provide pre-CQC assessments and consultancy to help providers strengthen CHC-related practice and meet regulatory standards.
- Do you offer case management or complex care support? We can support organisations with case management input, complex care coordination and personalised care planning advice.
- Are your social media groups confidential? Yes, our groups are invite-only, moderated and designed to protect confidentiality and create a safe space for professional discussion.
- How often do you run events or workshops? We run regular online and in-person events throughout the year, covering CHC topics, clinical skills, legal updates and wellbeing.
- How can I contact the CHC Nurses Agency Network? You can contact us through our website, email or social media channels to enquire about membership, training, consultancy or partnership opportunities.