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CHC Nurses Agency Network: Supporting, Training & Connecting CHC Professionals
UK Continuing Healthcare (CHC) Support for Agency Nurses & Providers
The CHC Nurses Agency Network is a UK-based specialist community and consultancy for nurses and healthcare professionals working in NHS Continuing Healthcare (CHC), community care and complex care settings.
We combine expert CHC training, case guidance, and a private peer support network to help agency nurses, care teams and organisations deliver safe, compliant and person‑centred care.
Our mission is to improve CHC practice and patient outcomes by making it easier for nurses to access knowledge, share experience and stay up to date with NHS, CHC and CQC requirements.
What Is the CHC Nurses Agency Network?
The CHC Nurses Agency Network is both a professional community hub and a training and consultancy resource for CHC agency nurses and healthcare providers across the UK.
We provide a safe space where nurses can relax, connect and learn with others who truly understand the pressures of CHC, community nursing and complex care caseloads.
Through our invite-only social media groups, online spaces and events, members openly discuss professional issues, share resources and support one another 24/7/365.
Many nurses build long‑term friendships within the network, finding colleagues who understand the realities of CHC assessments, care coordination, documentation and regulatory expectations.
Expert Training & Guidance for CHC Nurses
Specialist Continuing Healthcare (CHC) Training
Our tailored CHC training programmes are designed for agency nurses, case managers and providers who need deeper clarity on CHC eligibility, Decision Support Tools (DSTs), assessments and funding processes.
Sessions are delivered by experienced CHC professionals and focus on practical, real‑world scenarios so that you can confidently apply the national CHC framework in everyday practice.
We help your team understand evidence gathering, documentation standards and multi‑disciplinary team (MDT) working to support robust, defensible CHC recommendations.
Community DoLS & Legal Safeguarding Applications
For nurses working with people who may be deprived of their liberty in the community, we offer guidance and training around Community Deprivation of Liberty (DoLS) applications and related safeguards.
Our support helps you recognise when DoLS may be required, understand your responsibilities, and complete documentation that meets legal and regulatory expectations while prioritising human rights and dignity.
Workshops & Webinars on CHC Best Practice
The CHC Nurses Agency Network runs regular online workshops, webinars and in‑person events exploring current CHC policy, case law, funding guidance and assessment practice.
These events are a chance to learn from experts, discuss complex cases with peers, and stay ahead of industry developments that directly affect CHC nurses and case managers.
Attendance supports revalidation and CPD, strengthens your clinical reasoning, and helps you navigate challenging conversations with families, commissioners and MDTs.
Case Discussion, Peer Support & Mentoring
Within our confidential groups, members regularly bring anonymous case examples to the community for discussion, advice and learning.
This collaborative approach builds confidence in case presentation, holistic assessment, risk management and person‑centred care planning.
Where appropriate, we can also signpost to further CHC consultancy support for organisations needing formal input on processes, documentation or service improvement.
Supporting Safe Transitions, Compliance & Quality
Improving Transitions in Care
Seamless Transitions Between Care Settings
CHC nurses are often involved in complex discharges and transfers, including moves between hospital, home care, community placements and nursing homes.
We share best practice around safe discharge planning, communication, medication safety, risk assessment and continuity of care to reduce avoidable readmissions and incidents.
Our resources and events help you design clear, person‑centred transition plans that support both patients and families through change.
Pre‑CQC Readiness & Quality Support
Helping Organisations Prepare for CQC Inspection
For providers employing CHC agency nurses, we can offer support around CQC readiness, quality assurance and safe governance linked to CHC and complex care activity.
This includes reviewing policies, care plans, risk documentation, incident reporting and training records to ensure they reflect current NHS and CQC expectations.
Our guidance helps your organisation demonstrate safe, effective, caring, responsive and well‑led services during inspection.
Learning Disability & Complex Needs Care Planning
Person‑Centred Support for People with Complex Needs
Many CHC cases involve people with learning disabilities, autism and complex physical or mental health needs.
We share evidence‑based strategies for creating person‑centred care and support plans that promote choice, control, independence and safety.
Our network discussions and resources help nurses balance risk enablement with robust safeguarding and legal compliance.
A Private, Supportive Network for CHC Nurses
Confidential Social Media Groups
At the heart of the CHC Nurses Agency Network is a set of confidential, invite‑only social media groups that connect around 500+ CHC agency nursing professionals across the UK.
These spaces are moderated to remain supportive, professional and respectful, giving nurses somewhere to ask questions without judgement.
Members use the groups every day to share updates, clinical insights, policy changes, job opportunities and helpful resources.
Regular Events & Community Meet‑Ups
We run regular online and in‑person events to bring the CHC nursing community together.
These gatherings range from informal networking sessions and peer support circles to more structured training workshops and Q&A panels.
Over time, many members form lasting friendships and professional connections that continue to support their careers for years.
Why CHC Nurses Value Our Community
Nursing in CHC and community settings can be intense, isolating and emotionally demanding; only another nurse truly understands the daily realities.
Our network gives you colleagues who “get it” – people you can turn to for advice, reassurance, reflection and encouragement at any time.
By being part of the community, you stay better informed, better supported and better equipped to deliver safe, high‑quality CHC practice.
Why Join the CHC Nurses Agency Network?
Specialist Focus on Continuing Healthcare
Unlike general nursing forums, we focus specifically on Continuing Healthcare (CHC), complex commissioning and related community nursing practice in the UK.
This means discussions, resources and events are always highly relevant to your everyday work, from DST meetings and reviews to appeals, fast tracks and joint funding.
Peer‑Led, Experience‑Driven Support
Our network is shaped by the real experiences of CHC agency nurses working in hospitals, community teams, care homes and home‑based care.
You can learn from colleagues who have faced similar challenges with complex cases, documentation pressures, time management and multi‑agency working.
Ongoing Professional Development
Through our training, events and shared resources, you can continually develop your CHC knowledge and skills, building evidence for NMC revalidation and CPD.
Membership helps you stay up to date, compliant and confident in a constantly evolving healthcare landscape.
How to Join the CHC Nurses Agency Network
We openly welcome new CHC and community nurses who want to connect with like‑minded professionals and grow their confidence in this specialist field.
To join, simply get in touch via our website contact page or reach out through our published channels to request access to our private groups and events.
Once approved, you will be invited into our confidential social media spaces, where you can immediately begin connecting, learning and sharing.
Get in Touch with CHC Nurses Agency Network
If you are a nurse, CHC professional or healthcare organisation looking for expert CHC support, training or community, the CHC Nurses Agency Network is here to help.
Contact us today to find out how you can join the network, attend upcoming workshops and events, or explore training and consultancy tailored to your needs.
Frequently Asked Questions (FAQs)
- What is the CHC Nurses Agency Network? The CHC Nurses Agency Network is a UK community and support hub for nurses specialising in Continuing Healthcare and complex community care.
- Who can join the CHC Nurses Agency Network? Any registered nurse or CHC professional working in or interested in Continuing Healthcare, community and complex care can request to join.
- Is membership of the CHC Nurses Agency Network free? Core access to our private social media groups is typically free, with some optional paid training and events available.
- What kind of training do you provide? We offer specialist training on CHC eligibility, DSTs, case documentation, Community DoLS, risk management and best practice in complex care.
- Do you support organisations as well as individual nurses? Yes, we can provide consultancy, training and guidance for healthcare providers employing CHC agency nurses or delivering complex care services.
- How do I access the private social media groups? After contacting us and being approved, you will receive invitations and links to join our confidential, invite‑only online groups.
- Are the discussions in the network confidential? Yes, our groups are private and moderated, and we ask all members to maintain confidentiality and avoid sharing identifiable patient information.
- Do you offer CPD or revalidation support? Our training, webinars and discussion spaces can contribute to your CPD and provide evidence for NMC revalidation reflections.
- How often do you run events and workshops? We run events regularly throughout the year, and upcoming dates are shared within the network and on our website.
- How can I contact the CHC Nurses Agency Network? You can reach us via our website contact page or through the contact details provided on our official channels to ask about membership, training or support.
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