CHC Nurses Agency Network: Expert CHC Training, Consultancy & Support for Nurses
Specialist Continuing Healthcare support for nurses, care providers and organisations
CHC Nurses Agency Network is a dedicated community and consultancy specialising in NHS Continuing Healthcare (CHC), complex care, and community-based nursing. We support agency nurses, healthcare professionals and care organisations with specialist training, expert advice, and peer-to-peer networking designed to improve clinical practice, compliance and patient outcomes.
With a growing core network of around 500 CHC agency nursing professionals, we provide a safe, collaborative space to share knowledge 24/7/365, develop your CHC skills and build long-term professional relationships.
What CHC Nurses Agency Network does
From CHC training and consultancy to peer support, case management input and CQC preparation, CHC Nurses Agency Network offers a complete range of services to help you work confidently and compliantly in Continuing Healthcare and complex community care. Our aim is to empower nurses and organisations with the clarity, tools and support they need to deliver safe, person-centred care.
Join a supportive community of CHC agency nurses
A professional network built by nurses, for nurses
As any nurse knows, only another nurse truly understands the pressures, responsibilities and emotional load that come with the role. The CHC Nurses Agency Network is a place to relax, connect and grow with colleagues who understand exactly what you do.
Private, confidential social media groups
We host several confidential, invite-only social media groups where our members discuss real-world CHC issues, share resources, ask questions and support each other. Professional issues are openly shared and discussed 24-7-365, giving you access to collective knowledge whenever you need it.
Building lasting professional and personal connections
- Connect with a core network of around 500 experienced CHC agency nurses
- Form long-term friendships and professional partnerships
- Access peer support whenever you need advice or reassurance
- Share opportunities, tips and best practice in a safe, moderated environment
Continuing Healthcare (CHC) training for agency nurses and teams
Specialist CHC training programmes
We deliver specialist CHC training designed specifically for agency nurses and community-based teams. Our sessions are led by experienced CHC practitioners and cover the full pathway, from checklists and assessments to funding decisions and care planning.
Key areas covered in our CHC training
- Understanding the National Framework for NHS Continuing Healthcare
- Completing CHC Checklists and Decision Support Tools (DSTs)
- Eligibility criteria, evidence gathering and documentation
- Complex care planning and risk management in the community
- Working effectively with ICBs, MDTs and local authorities
Benefits of CHC training with CHC Nurses Agency Network
- Greater confidence in CHC assessments and documentation
- Improved compliance with CHC policies and national guidance
- Enhanced patient safety, continuity of care and outcomes
- Stronger professional profile as a CHC-specialist agency nurse
Supporting safe transitions of care in CHC and community settings
Understanding complex care transitions
Transitions between hospital, home, care homes and step-down services are high-risk points for people with complex health needs. Our network provides expert guidance and peer advice to help nurses manage these transitions safely, efficiently and compassionately.
Our approach to care transitions in Continuing Healthcare
Through shared resources, case discussions and tailored consultancy, we support nurses and organisations to:
- Develop person-centred transition plans
- Maintain continuity of care across different settings
- Improve communication and information-sharing between teams
- Reduce the risk of readmission, deterioration or safeguarding concerns
Benefits of expert transition support
- Improved patient and family experience during transitions
- Reduced hospital readmissions and crisis interventions
- Clearer roles and responsibilities between agencies
- More consistent, joined-up CHC and social care provision
Preparing healthcare organisations for CQC inspections
Pre-CQC support for CHC and community services
We help care providers, community services and CHC teams prepare for CQC inspections by focusing on the areas that matter most for people with complex health needs. Our consultancy reviews your policies, documentation, care records and practice through a CHC lens.
How CHC Nurses Agency Network can help with CQC readiness
- Review and strengthen CHC-related care plans and risk assessments
- Support with audit tools, evidence gathering and action plans
- Identify gaps in training, governance and documentation
- Coach teams to demonstrate safe, effective, caring, responsive and well-led care
Why CQC compliance matters in CHC and complex care
- Protects vulnerable individuals with complex needs
- Builds trust with families, commissioners and regulators
- Reduces the risk of enforcement action, reputational damage and lost contracts
- Improves quality, safety and consistency across services
Person-centred care for people with Learning Disabilities and complex needs
Specialist LD and complex care planning
Many CHC packages involve people with Learning Disabilities (LD), autism and complex physical health needs. Our network shares evidence-based approaches to care planning that promote independence, dignity and safety.
Evidence-based practice in LD and CHC care
- Creating person-centred care and support plans
- Positive risk-taking and least restrictive practice
- Communication strategies and reasonable adjustments
- Reducing restrictive practice, incidents and breakdown of placements
Outcomes we aim to support
- Increased autonomy and choice for individuals
- More stable, sustainable community placements
- Improved physical, emotional and social wellbeing
- Ongoing review and adaptation of care as needs change
Community DoLS and legal frameworks in Continuing Healthcare
Understanding community DoLS and LPS
CHC Nurses Agency Network supports nurses to understand the legal frameworks that underpin care, including Deprivation of Liberty Safeguards (DoLS), upcoming Liberty Protection Safeguards (LPS), and mental capacity legislation across community settings.
How we support nurses with community DoLS
- Clarifying when a DoLS or LPS authorisation may be required
- Sharing practical templates and examples of capacity assessments
- Discussing real-life scenarios through peer case discussions
- Helping nurses document decisions in a defensible, person-centred way
Events, workshops and ongoing professional development
Regular CHC-focused events
We run regular events, workshops and online sessions bringing our community of CHC agency nurses together. These events focus on current CHC policy, case law, best practice and clinical topics relevant to complex care in the community.
What you can expect from our events
- Updates on CHC policy changes and national guidance
- Practical sessions on care planning, documentation and risk management
- Discussions on real case scenarios and learning from experience
- Networking opportunities with like-minded CHC professionals
Case management, clinical leadership and peer consultancy
Peer support for case management in CHC
Our network includes nurses with extensive experience in CHC case management, clinical lead roles and complex care coordination. Through the network, members can access peer consultancy and guidance on challenging cases.
Areas where we can support case management practice
- Complex care planning and review in CHC-funded packages
- Managing multi-agency communication and expectations
- Balancing clinical risk, autonomy and safeguarding
- Improving record-keeping, escalation and decision-making
Why choose CHC Nurses Agency Network?
A specialist community focused on Continuing Healthcare
Unlike general nursing forums, CHC Nurses Agency Network is fully focused on Continuing Healthcare, complex community care and related legal frameworks. This specialist focus means you learn from nurses who face the same challenges, systems and expectations as you do.
Real-world experience and practical insight
Our members bring experience from NHS CHC teams, agency work, case management, community nursing and complex care services. We share what works in practice, not just what is written in policy, to help you apply knowledge in real-life situations.
Support for your professional growth and wellbeing
- Expand your knowledge of CHC, complex care and community practice
- Develop your career as a CHC specialist agency nurse
- Access emotional support from colleagues who understand your pressures
- Stay informed, connected and confident in a rapidly changing field
How to join the CHC Nurses Agency Network
We welcome new CHC agency nurses and professionals into our community. To join our private social media groups, events and training, simply get in touch with us and we will guide you through the confidential, invite-only membership process.
Frequently Asked Questions (FAQs)
- What is CHC Nurses Agency Network? CHC Nurses Agency Network is a specialist community and consultancy for agency nurses and healthcare professionals working in NHS Continuing Healthcare and complex community care.
- Who can join the network? Any registered nurse or healthcare professional with an interest or role in CHC, complex care or community nursing is welcome to apply to join.
- Is membership to the social media groups private? Yes, our social media groups are confidential, invite-only spaces moderated to protect members’ privacy and professionalism.
- Do you provide formal CHC training? Yes, we offer structured CHC training sessions covering eligibility, assessments, DSTs, care planning and legal frameworks.
- Can you help with CQC preparation? We support organisations and teams to strengthen CHC-related documentation, governance and practice ahead of CQC inspections.
- Do you cover Learning Disabilities and autism within CHC? Yes, we share best practice and resources for delivering safe, person-centred CHC packages for people with Learning Disabilities, autism and complex needs.
- How often do you run events and workshops? We run regular online and in-person events throughout the year, focusing on current CHC topics, policy updates and clinical practice.
- Is the network only for UK nurses? Our content is based on the UK NHS Continuing Healthcare framework, so it is primarily relevant to UK-based nurses and professionals.
- How do I access your confidential groups? Contact us to express your interest, and we will explain the simple verification and invite process to join our private groups.
- Is there support available if I am new to CHC? Yes, our community is very welcoming to beginners, and you will find training, resources and peer support to help you build your CHC confidence step by step.