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CHC Nurses Agency Network – Specialist Support for Continuing Healthcare Nurses
A Dedicated Community for CHC Agency Nurses
The CHC Nurses Agency Network is a specialist community and consultancy hub for Continuing Healthcare (CHC) agency nurses and healthcare organisations across the UK.
We combine expert CHC training, peer-to-peer support, and professional networking to help nurses grow their careers, improve patient outcomes, and navigate the complexities of CHC practice with confidence.
Only another nurse truly understands the pressures, responsibilities, and emotional load of the job – which is why our network is built by nurses, for nurses, with a focus on collaboration, learning, and wellbeing.
What Is the CHC Nurses Agency Network?
The CHC Nurses Agency Network is a relaxed, professional space where CHC agency nurses can connect, share experience, and access specialist knowledge around Continuing Healthcare assessments, community care, and case management.
We support around 500 CHC agency nursing professionals through private, invite-only social media groups, online forums, and live events, where members openly discuss professional issues 24-7-365 in a confidential environment.
Many members build long-term friendships and professional partnerships through the network, gaining both emotional support and practical career benefits.
CHC Specialist Services for Nurses and Organisations
Support with CHC and Community Care Transitions
Helping Patients Move Safely Between Care Settings
Transitions between hospital, community, and long-term care can be particularly complex in Continuing Healthcare cases, especially when funding, eligibility, and legal frameworks must be considered.
The CHC Nurses Agency Network connects organisations with experienced CHC nurses who can support safe and seamless patient transitions by contributing to discharge planning, coordinating with community teams, and ensuring continuity of care.
Our members understand how to balance clinical needs, CHC funding requirements, and patient choice, helping teams reduce delays, avoid readmissions, and improve patient and family experience.
Pre-CQC and Quality Assurance Preparation
Strengthening Compliance and CHC Best Practice
We support providers and nurses in preparing for CQC inspections and internal audits, with a particular focus on CHC processes, documentation, decision-making, and risk management.
Through our network of experienced CHC practitioners, we help organisations review policies, care records, and CHC pathways to identify gaps, improve evidence, and align with regulatory expectations.
This proactive approach helps you demonstrate safe, effective, and person-centred CHC practice, boosting confidence before inspections and strengthening everyday care delivery.
Person-Centred Care for Learning Disabilities and Complex Needs
Specialist CHC Support Plans That Promote Independence
Many CHC-funded individuals live with learning disabilities, autism, or complex long-term conditions that require carefully planned community support.
Our network includes nurses with extensive experience in learning disability nursing and complex care case management, who can help create and review person-centred CHC care plans that prioritise independence, dignity, and safety.
Using evidence-based practice, we support teams in delivering consistent, respectful care while meeting CHC eligibility criteria, safeguarding responsibilities, and legal frameworks.
Specialist CHC Training, Events and Professional Development
CHC and Community DoLS Application Process Training
Practical Training for Continuing Healthcare Nurses
We offer targeted CHC training programmes that cover the full Continuing Healthcare process, including:
- National Framework principles and CHC eligibility
- Completion of the Checklist and Decision Support Tool (DST)
- Care planning and reviews in CHC-funded packages
- Community Deprivation of Liberty (DoLS) application processes and legal responsibilities
- Recording clinical rationales and defending professional judgement
Training is delivered by experienced CHC nurses who understand frontline realities, giving delegates practical tools to apply immediately in practice.
CHC Events, Workshops and Networking
Stay Connected, Informed and Supported
The CHC Nurses Agency Network runs regular online and in-person events designed to bring our community together, share updates, and support ongoing learning.
Our events include:
- CHC-focused webinars and workshops
- Case discussion and peer supervision-style groups
- Informal social networking meet-ups for agency nurses
- Q&A sessions on policy changes, National Framework updates, and CQC expectations
Most members keep in touch between events through our private social media groups, forming strong professional networks and friendships that last for years.
Case Management and Professional Consultancy
Expert Support for Complex CHC Cases
Through our network, organisations can access experienced CHC case managers and senior nurses for support with complex or high-risk cases.
We can assist with:
- Developing and reviewing complex CHC care packages
- Multi-agency coordination and communication
- Clinical risk assessments and mitigation planning
- Preparing documentation for appeals, disputes, or legal scrutiny
This person-centred, outcomes-focused approach ensures care packages are clinically robust, legally defensible, and aligned with the patient’s wishes wherever possible.
Why Join the CHC Nurses Agency Network?
A Community Built by CHC Nurses, for CHC Nurses
Our core network of around 500 CHC agency nurses is made up of professionals who understand the realities of CHC work, including lone working, complex funding decisions, and emotionally charged assessments.
By joining, you gain access to instant peer support, confidential professional discussion, and a safe space to share challenges, wins, and best practice.
Career Development and Learning Opportunities
The CHC Nurses Agency Network is designed to help you progress your career in Continuing Healthcare with:
- Specialist CHC and DoLS training
- Opportunities to present, mentor, or contribute to events
- Connections with commissioners, providers, and nursing agencies
- Insight into new roles, contracts, and CHC opportunities
We aim to make your professional life easier, more sustainable, and more rewarding, by combining education, connection, and real-world support.
Confidential, Invite-Only Support Groups
Members are invited to join our private, moderated social media groups where CHC nurses can ask questions, seek advice, and share resources at any time.
These groups are strictly confidential and nurse-focused, allowing honest discussion about professional issues, practice dilemmas, and wellbeing without judgement.
Who We Work With
The CHC Nurses Agency Network collaborates with:
- Agency and bank nurses working in CHC and community care
- NHS Continuing Healthcare teams and ICBs
- Community providers, care homes, and supported living services
- Nursing agencies seeking CHC-experienced staff
- Organisations needing short-term CHC expertise or training
Whether you are an individual nurse looking for community and CPD, or an organisation seeking CHC consultancy and training, we can help you access the expertise you need.
How to Join the CHC Nurses Agency Network
We welcome new members into our CHC Agency Nurses Network throughout the year.
To get started, simply:
- Contact us via our website or email to register your interest.
- Confirm your CHC or agency nursing background so we can place you in the right groups.
- Receive your invite to our private social media groups and events.
Once you are part of the network, you can immediately connect with other CHC nurses, access support 24-7-365, and stay up to date with the latest training and opportunities.
Contact the CHC Nurses Agency Network
If you are a CHC agency nurse, a nursing agency, or a healthcare organisation looking for specialist Continuing Healthcare support, we would love to hear from you.
Get in touch today to join the network, discuss training, or explore consultancy options tailored to your needs.
Frequently Asked Questions (FAQs)
- What is the CHC Nurses Agency Network? The CHC Nurses Agency Network is a specialist community and consultancy hub for Continuing Healthcare agency nurses and organisations across the UK.
- Who can join the CHC Nurses Agency Network? Membership is open to nurses working in CHC, community care, and related agency roles who want specialist support, training, and networking.
- Is the network only for agency nurses? Our core focus is agency and bank nurses in CHC, but we also work with permanent CHC staff, providers, and organisations needing CHC expertise.
- What kind of CHC training do you offer? We offer practical training on CHC eligibility, the Checklist, DST, care planning, reviews, community DoLS, and documentation.
- Do you provide support for CQC preparation? Yes, we support organisations to review CHC-related processes, records, and pathways to strengthen quality and compliance before inspections.
- How do your private social media groups work? Our invite-only, confidential groups allow CHC nurses to ask questions, share resources, and access peer support 24-7-365.
- Do you run in-person events as well as online sessions? Yes, we host a mix of online webinars, virtual groups, and in-person networking or training events, depending on demand.
- Can organisations access CHC case management or consultancy? Organisations can access experienced CHC nurses for complex case reviews, training, and short-term consultancy support.
- Is there a cost to join the CHC Nurses Agency Network? Some elements of the network are free to join, while specific training, consultancy, or events may carry a fee.
- How do I get in touch to join or find out more? You can contact us via our website or email, and we will guide you through joining the network or booking services.
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