CHC Nurses Agency Network: Specialist CHC Nursing Support, Training & Professional Community
Your UK Hub for CHC Nurses, Expert Training, Consultancy and Peer Support
The CHC Nurses Agency Network is a dedicated UK community and consultancy for nurses and healthcare providers working in NHS Continuing Healthcare (CHC) and complex community care. We combine specialist CHC training, consultancy services, and an active peer support network to help nurses and organisations deliver safe, compliant, person-centred care.
Built by CHC nurses for CHC nurses, our network is a place to relax, connect and grow professionally. Only another nurse truly understands the pressures of caseloads, assessments, documentation and regulatory compliance. That is why we provide a trusted space to share issues, gain advice and access up‑to‑date CHC expertise.
Alongside our community, we support organisations with pre‑CQC assessments, CHC and Community DoLS application training, learning disability care planning, case management and transitions support to improve outcomes and meet regulatory standards.
What Is the CHC Nurses Agency Network?
The CHC Nurses Agency Network is a private, invite‑only professional network of around 500 CHC agency nursing professionals across the UK. Members connect through confidential social media groups, regular events and peer‑to‑peer support, openly sharing professional challenges and solutions 24/7/365.
We welcome new CHC nurses, agency nurses, case managers and healthcare leaders who want to develop their CHC knowledge, build long‑term professional relationships and access reliable Continuing Healthcare guidance. Many members form friendships that last for years, providing support well beyond the workplace.
Our Core CHC Services at a Glance
- CHC Nurse Community & Networking: A supportive, confidential network for CHC agency nurses across the UK.
- CHC Training & Workshops: Practical courses on CHC eligibility, funding, assessment and care planning.
- CHC & Community DoLS Application Training: Step‑by‑step guidance on preparing robust applications and documentation.
- Transitions Support: Specialist support to manage safe, seamless transitions between care settings.
- Pre‑CQC Assessments: Independent readiness reviews to strengthen CQC compliance and quality standards.
- Learning Disabilities Care & Support Plans: Evidence‑based, person‑centred LD care planning and consultancy.
- CHC‑Focused Events & Webinars: Regular online and in‑person sessions on CHC policy, practice and case law.
- Case Management Support: Expert case management input for complex CHC and community care packages.
- Professional Peer Support: Safe forums to discuss complex cases, ethical dilemmas and practice challenges.
- Career Development for CHC Nurses: Guidance on agency work, portfolio building and specialist CHC career paths.
A Relaxed, Supportive Community for CHC Agency Nurses
Being a CHC agency nurse can feel isolating, especially when dealing with complex assessments, tight timescales and emotionally demanding situations. The CHC Nurses Agency Network offers a place to switch off, debrief and feel understood by colleagues who have been there too.
Our private social media groups and events allow you to ask questions without judgement, share experiences, celebrate wins and troubleshoot challenges in real time. This peer‑to‑peer support helps reduce stress, build confidence and protect professional wellbeing.
CHC Training Designed by Practising CHC Nurses
We deliver specialist CHC training that is grounded in real‑world practice. Our courses cover the full CHC pathway, including checklist completion, Decision Support Tool (DST) documentation, multidisciplinary team (MDT) working and appeals and reviews.
Whether you are new to CHC or an experienced CHC nurse wanting to refine your skills, our training focuses on practical tools you can use immediately—such as clear rationales, robust evidence gathering and defensible clinical decision‑making aligned to the National Framework for NHS Continuing Healthcare.
Mastering CHC & Community DoLS Application Processes
The CHC and Community Deprivation of Liberty (DoLS) processes can be complex and time‑consuming. We offer targeted CHC & Community DoLS application training to help nurses and organisations produce accurate, legally compliant and timely applications.
Participants learn how to structure clinical rationales, link evidence clearly to domains and risks, and work effectively with local authorities, ICBs and commissioning teams. This not only supports better patient outcomes but also improves funding decisions and reduces delays.
Supporting Safe Transitions Across Care Settings
Care transitions—from hospital to home, home to nursing care, or between providers—are high‑risk points for patients, especially those eligible for CHC. Our network supports organisations and clinicians with structured transitions planning to reduce avoidable admissions, incidents and distress.
We help teams design individualised transition plans, ensure continuity of CHC funding and packages, and coordinate effectively between acute, community and social care services to safeguard continuity and quality of care.
Pre‑CQC Assessments for CHC & Complex Care Providers
For providers delivering CHC‑funded care, CQC inspections can significantly affect reputation, commissioning confidence and future referrals. We conduct pre‑CQC assessments focused on CHC and complex community care provision.
Our reviews examine policies, documentation, governance, training records and care plans, highlighting strengths and identifying gaps ahead of inspection. You receive clear, actionable recommendations to improve compliance and demonstrate high‑quality, person‑centred care across all CQC key lines of enquiry.
Specialist Learning Disabilities Care & Support Planning
Many CHC packages involve people with learning disabilities (LD), autism and complex behavioural or communication needs. The CHC Nurses Agency Network offers consultancy on LD care and support plans that balance independence, safety and quality of life.
Using evidence‑based, person‑centred approaches, we support teams to develop robust risk assessments, positive behaviour support strategies and communication plans that respect the person’s rights and preferences while remaining fully compliant with CHC and safeguarding requirements.
CHC‑Focused Events, Webinars & Networking
We run regular online and in‑person events that bring our CHC nurse community together. These include webinars, workshops, case‑based discussions and informal networking sessions designed to keep you up to date with CHC policy, practice guidance and case law.
Our events are an ideal way to maintain CPD, broaden your understanding of complex CHC cases and connect with colleagues from different regions and backgrounds who share your professional interests.
Expert Case Management Support for Complex CHC Packages
The CHC Nurses Agency Network provides access to experienced case managers who specialise in CHC‑funded and complex community care. We can support with care coordination, risk management, package reviews and multi‑agency working.
Our focus is always on person‑centred, outcomes‑driven care, ensuring that packages reflect current needs, remain safe and sustainable, and comply with commissioning and regulatory requirements across health and social care systems.
Why Join the CHC Nurses Agency Network?
Choosing the CHC Nurses Agency Network means gaining both a professional home and a specialist resource for all things related to Continuing Healthcare nursing. You benefit from practical training, expert consultancy and daily peer support from colleagues who understand your role.
Our community‑led approach helps individual nurses grow their confidence, competence and career prospects, while our consultancy and training services help providers and commissioners raise standards, improve patient outcomes and stay compliant with CHC and CQC expectations.
Whether you are an agency nurse, independent practitioner, provider organisation or commissioning body, we work with you to develop the skills, systems and support networks you need to deliver exceptional CHC and complex care.
How to Join the CHC Nurses Agency Network
We welcome new members who are actively involved in or interested in CHC nursing, case management and complex community care. Membership gives you access to:
- Private, invite‑only social media groups for CHC nurses.
- Regular CHC‑focused events, webinars and networking opportunities.
- Priority access to CHC training and development programmes.
- Peer support, mentoring and professional discussion 24‑7‑365.
- Information on evolving CHC policy, guidance and best practice.
To find out more or request to join, simply contact the CHC Nurses Agency Network via our website or preferred contact details and a member of our team will respond with next steps.
Contact CHC Nurses Agency Network
If you are looking to enhance your CHC nursing career, strengthen your organisation’s CHC provision or access specialist training and consultancy, get in touch with the CHC Nurses Agency Network today.
We offer flexible training schedules, bespoke consultancy packages and a supportive professional community that adapts to your needs. Contact us to discover how we can support you, your team and your service users in today’s complex healthcare landscape.
FAQs About CHC Nurses Agency Network
- What is the CHC Nurses Agency Network? The CHC Nurses Agency Network is a UK‑based professional community and consultancy for nurses and providers working in NHS Continuing Healthcare and complex community care.
- Who can join the CHC Nurses Agency Network? CHC nurses, agency nurses, case managers and healthcare professionals involved in CHC or complex care provision across the UK are welcome to apply to join.
- Is the CHC Nurses Agency Network only for agency nurses? No, while many of our members are agency nurses, we also support permanent staff, independent practitioners and organisations involved in CHC.
- What type of CHC training do you offer? We offer courses on CHC eligibility, DST completion, documentation, appeals, Community DoLS applications and best practice in CHC care planning.
- Do you provide support with CQC compliance? Yes, we carry out pre‑CQC assessments and provide guidance to help CHC and complex care providers strengthen quality and compliance.
- How does the private social media network work? Members are invited to join confidential, moderated social media groups where they can share professional issues, ask questions and network 24‑7‑365.
- Can you help with complex learning disability CHC cases? Yes, we offer specialist consultancy and training on person‑centred learning disability care and support plans within CHC.
- Do you run in‑person events? We run a mix of online webinars and in‑person events, depending on demand and location, all focused on CHC and complex care topics.
- Is your training suitable for nurses new to CHC? Absolutely, we offer both introductory and advanced CHC training tailored to different levels of experience.
- How can I contact the CHC Nurses Agency Network? You can contact us via our website or listed contact details to enquire about membership, training or consultancy services.