CHC Nurses Agency Network – Expert CHC Training, Support & Community for Agency Nurses
Specialist Support for CHC Nurses and Healthcare Providers Across the UK
The CHC Nurses Agency Network is a dedicated professional community for nurses working in NHS Continuing Healthcare (CHC), community settings and social care. We specialise in CHC training, peer support, professional networking and consultancy for nurses and care providers who want to deliver safe, compliant, person-centred care.
Created and led by experienced CHC nurses, our network is designed to make agency nursing easier, safer and more rewarding. We focus on practical training, CHC eligibility and funding processes, regulatory compliance and day-to-day support, so that you can work with confidence in complex clinical and legal environments.
Comprehensive CHC Training and Professional Development for Agency Nurses
Our Continuing Healthcare training programmes are tailored specifically for agency nurses and healthcare professionals involved in CHC assessments, care coordination and community-based care. Whether you are new to CHC or an experienced practitioner, our courses provide clear, up-to-date guidance.
Training focuses on practical skills, evidence-based assessments, documentation standards, safeguarding, person-centred care and regulatory compliance, helping you improve outcomes for individuals while protecting your professional practice.
CHC Eligibility, DST and Community DoLS Application Training
We offer specialist training on the full CHC eligibility and Decision Support Tool (DST) process, including checklist completion, multidisciplinary team (MDT) working and appeals. Our sessions explain the legal frameworks, key principles and common pitfalls in clear, accessible language.
We also support nurses with understanding the Community Deprivation of Liberty (DoL) application process, helping you to recognise when authorisations are required, complete documentation correctly and safeguard the rights and safety of the people you support.
Pre-CQC Assessment Guidance for Agency Nurses and Providers
Many of our members work in services that must meet Care Quality Commission (CQC) standards, and inspections can feel daunting. The CHC Nurses Agency Network provides practical pre-CQC guidance to help you understand what inspectors look for and how to evidence good practice.
We share examples of robust documentation, risk assessments, care planning, incident reporting and governance, so both individual nurses and provider organisations can strengthen their compliance and demonstrate safe, effective care.
Specialist Support in Transitions, Learning Disability Care & Person-Centred Planning
Safe Transitions in Healthcare and Community Settings
Transitions between hospital, home, care homes and supported living are high-risk moments for the people we support. Our network provides guidance on safe discharge, community follow-up, CHC-funded packages and multidisciplinary coordination to keep transitions as safe and seamless as possible.
We encourage a person-centred, holistic approach to transition planning, ensuring that physical health, mental health, social needs and family dynamics are all considered when care is moved or changed.
Learning Disability (LD) Care & Support Planning
Many CHC and agency nurses support people with Learning Disabilities and complex needs. Through our network, we share best practice on person-centred LD support planning, positive risk-taking, communication strategies and behaviour support.
Our aim is to promote independence, dignity and quality of life while maintaining safety, legal compliance and robust clinical standards for people with Learning Disabilities and/or autism in community settings.
Case Management, Advocacy and Professional Support for CHC Nurses
Seamless Care Coordination and Case Management Insight
Nurses within the CHC Nurses Agency Network regularly coordinate complex care packages, work alongside case managers and advocate for individuals and families. We share practical tools, templates and real-world tips for effective case coordination.
Our community discussions cover care planning, multidisciplinary liaison, best interests decisions, safeguarding, risk management and communication with commissioners, helping nurses deliver consistent, well-integrated care.
Supporting Regulatory Compliance and Quality Improvement
Through peer-to-peer support and expert-led sessions, we help nurses understand and work within key regulatory frameworks, including NHS CHC National Framework, CQC standards, Mental Capacity Act (MCA), DoLS/DoL and safeguarding guidance.
Members benefit from ongoing quality improvement discussions, where we share learning from serious incidents, complaints, audits and reviews—so we can all continuously raise standards of care in CHC and community services.
A Strong, Supportive Community for CHC Agency Nurses
The CHC Nurses Agency Network is more than a training platform—it is a safe, friendly space for nurses to connect, debrief and support each other. As any nurse knows, only another nurse truly understands the pressures, responsibilities and emotional load of this work.
We run regular online and in-person events to bring our nationwide community together. Most members stay in close contact day-to-day, and many build lasting friendships and professional partnerships that continue for years.
New members are warmly welcomed into our private, confidential social media groups, where we openly share professional issues, ask questions and offer mutual support 24/7, 365 days a year across our core network of around 500 CHC agency nursing professionals.
Professional Networking, Events and Continuous Learning
As part of the CHC Nurses Agency Network, you gain access to industry-relevant events, workshops, live Q&A sessions and networking opportunities focused on Continuing Healthcare and complex community care.
Our events help you stay up to date with policy changes, NHS CHC guidance updates, commissioning practices, documentation standards and best practice in person-centred care, all shared by nurses who understand life on the frontline.
Stay Informed, Connected and Confident in Your Practice
Members receive practical, actionable insights into CHC funding pathways, panel expectations, appeals, complex case discussions and evolving regulatory requirements. This ongoing learning and peer feedback helps you feel confident, competent and supported in your day-to-day practice as an agency nurse.
Why Join the CHC Nurses Agency Network?
Our network is built by CHC nurses, for CHC nurses. We understand the realities of agency work, and every aspect of our community is designed to make your professional life easier, safer and more sustainable.
By joining, you benefit from:
- Targeted CHC training and resources created specifically for nurses in community and CHC roles.
- Instant access to a confidential peer network of around 500 experienced CHC agency nurses.
- Regular events and discussion groups on real-world CHC cases, documentation and best practice.
- Emotional support and professional solidarity from colleagues who genuinely understand your role.
- Up-to-date information on CHC frameworks, CQC expectations and related regulatory changes.
Wherever you are in your CHC or agency nursing journey—new to the field or highly experienced—the CHC Nurses Agency Network gives you the knowledge, contacts and support you need to grow.
Join the CHC Nurses Agency Network
If you are an agency nurse, CHC nurse or healthcare professional working with CHC-funded or complex community patients, we invite you to join our network and become part of our supportive professional community.
Become a member to access our private social media groups, CPD-friendly sessions, networking events and specialist CHC resources. Together, we share expertise, solve problems and raise standards of Continuing Healthcare across the UK.
Contact us today via our website or social channels to find out how to join, attend our next event and start connecting with hundreds of other CHC agency nurses.
FAQs About the CHC Nurses Agency Network
- What is the CHC Nurses Agency Network? It is a UK-wide professional community offering CHC-focused training, support and networking for agency nurses and healthcare professionals.
- Who can join the CHC Nurses Agency Network? Agency nurses, CHC nurses, community nurses and healthcare professionals involved in Continuing Healthcare or complex community care are welcome to join.
- Do you provide training on CHC eligibility and DST assessments? Yes, we offer specialist training covering CHC checklists, DST completion, MDTs and appeals processes.
- Is there support for Community DoLS and Mental Capacity Act issues? Yes, we share guidance and resources on Community DoL applications, the Mental Capacity Act and safeguarding best practice.
- How does the network help with CQC preparedness? We provide peer-led advice and examples to help nurses and providers evidence safe, effective and well-led care for CQC inspections.
- Are your groups and discussions confidential? Yes, our online communities are private, invite-only spaces where professional issues can be discussed safely and respectfully.
- Do you run regular events and networking sessions? Yes, we host online and in-person events, workshops and live discussions focused on CHC and community nursing topics.
- Is the network suitable for nurses new to CHC? Absolutely, we support both new and experienced CHC nurses with clear, practical guidance and peer mentoring.
- How many members are currently in the network? Our core network includes around 500 CHC agency nursing professionals from across the UK.
- How can I join the CHC Nurses Agency Network? You can contact us through our website or social media channels to request more information and join our private groups.