CHC Nurses Agency Network: Training, Events & Support

CHC Nurses Agency Network provides specialist NHS Continuing Healthcare (CHC) training, consultancy and peer support for agency nurses, providers and case managers. Access expert CHC courses, community DoLS training, quality assurance consultancy, and a thriving professional network with events, webinars and 24/7 social groups. Join today to build confidence, improve CHC assessments and deliver safe, person‑centred care.

CHC Nurses Agency Network – Expert CHC Training, Consultancy & Community for Nurses

Specialist Continuing Healthcare (CHC) Support for Nurses, Providers & Case Managers

CHC Nurses Agency Network brings together specialist CHC nurses, healthcare providers, and case managers to improve standards of NHS Continuing Healthcare assessments, case management, and person-centred care.

We combine expert CHC training, healthcare consultancy, and an active peer support network to help professionals navigate CHC eligibility, funding, community DoLS, complex care planning, and regulatory compliance with confidence.

Whether you are an agency nurse, independent nurse assessor, case manager, or provider organisation, our services are designed to make CHC work clearer, more manageable, and more collaborative.

What Is the CHC Nurses Agency Network?

The CHC Nurses Agency Network is a dedicated professional community and support hub for nurses and healthcare professionals working in, or alongside, NHS Continuing Healthcare (CHC).

Members use our network to:

  • Access specialist CHC training and updates on national guidance
  • Share real-world practice issues in private, invite-only groups
  • Build professional contacts and referral relationships
  • Discuss complex cases, assessments, and funding challenges
  • Look after their own wellbeing by connecting with colleagues who truly understand nursing pressures

Our core network of around 500 CHC agency nursing professionals stays connected via confidential, invite-only social media groups, as well as regular online and in‑person events. Many members form long‑term friendships and professional collaborations.

Comprehensive CHC Training for Nurses and Care Providers

Specialist Courses in NHS Continuing Healthcare (CHC)

Our Continuing Healthcare training programmes are designed for nurses, care providers and case managers who need a clear, practical understanding of:

  • CHC eligibility criteria and the National Framework
  • Checklist and Decision Support Tool (DST) best practice
  • Evidence gathering, documentation and clinical justification
  • Appeals, reviews and complex funding scenarios
  • Working effectively with ICBs, MDTs and local authorities

Delivered by experienced CHC nurses and consultants, our courses build confidence, consistency, and compliance in managing CHC assessments and applications, and are suitable for:

  • New or agency nurses entering CHC work
  • Experienced clinicians seeking an update on national guidance
  • Care providers supporting residents through the CHC process

Community DoLS and Deprivation of Liberty in the Community

We provide focused training on the community Deprivation of Liberty (DoL) application process and the legal requirements around Deprivation of Liberty Safeguards (DoLS) and community placements.

Our training covers:

  • Key legal principles and case law affecting CHC and community DoL
  • Recognising when a deprivation of liberty may be occurring
  • Completing and contributing to DoL applications in community settings
  • Ensuring safeguarding, consent and best interests are clearly documented

Why Choose Our CHC Training?

Our CHC training sessions combine up‑to‑date theory with real case examples, scenarios, and peer discussion, so learning can be applied immediately in practice.

Participants leave with:

  • Clear, step‑by‑step understanding of CHC processes
  • Templates and practical tools for documentation and evidence
  • Greater confidence in multidisciplinary meetings and funding discussions
  • Improved ability to deliver person‑centred, defensible care planning

Expert CHC Consultancy for Providers and Case Managers

Pre‑Inspection & Quality Assurance Support

For care homes, agencies and complex care providers, we offer consultancy and quality assurance services to support safe, compliant CHC‑funded care.

Our CHC nurse consultants can:

  • Review policies, care plans and risk assessments relating to CHC
  • Advise on documentation standards for CHC and safeguarding
  • Support you to demonstrate person‑centred outcomes and robust review processes
  • Help prepare for commissioner reviews and contractual monitoring

Supporting Safe Transitions and Complex Discharges

Transitions from hospital to home, between care providers, or into CHC‑funded packages can be high‑risk and administratively complex.

We work with nurses, case managers and providers to:

  • Plan and coordinate safe discharges and step‑downs
  • Ensure continuity of care and clear clinical handovers
  • Align care plans and risk management with CHC requirements
  • Reduce avoidable delays, safeguarding risks, and placement breakdowns

Person‑Centred Care & Support for People with Learning Disabilities

Our CHC‑experienced nurses support teams working with individuals with learning disabilities, autism, and complex behavioural needs who may be eligible for CHC funding.

We can help your service to:

  • Develop person‑centred support plans that prioritise independence and dignity
  • Implement positive behaviour support (PBS) and proactive risk management
  • Evidence complex health and behavioural needs for CHC assessments
  • Promote quality of life, safety, and least restrictive practice

Thriving Professional Community & Events for CHC Nurses

A Place for CHC Agency Nurses to Connect and Unwind

The CHC Nurses Agency Network is more than training and consultancy – it is a supportive community where CHC nurses can relax, share experiences, and access peer support from colleagues who truly understand the realities of nursing and agency work.

As any nurse knows, only another nurse fully understands the emotional load, clinical responsibility, and daily pressures that come with the job. Our private spaces give you room to talk openly and safely.

Regular CHC Events, Webinars & Meet‑Ups

We run regular online webinars, workshops, Q&A sessions and informal meet‑ups to keep our community up to date and connected.

Our events:

  • Cover the latest CHC policies, guidance and case law
  • Offer clinical and professional development opportunities
  • Allow nurses to network and collaborate with peers and experts
  • Provide space to debrief, reflect and share learning from practice

Private Social Media Groups & 24/7 Peer Support

New members are welcomed into our private, invite‑only social media groups, where professional issues and CHC practice questions are discussed 24/7, 365 days a year.

Within these confidential spaces, our community of around 500 CHC agency nurses:

  • Shares advice on complex cases and documentation
  • Discusses agency work, placements and contract issues
  • Offers emotional support and informal mentoring
  • Builds friendships and long‑term professional networks

Person‑Centred CHC Case Management Support

Expert CHC Case Management & Complex Care Coordination

Our network includes nurses and professionals experienced in CHC case management and complex community care coordination.

We can support individuals, families, and providers by:

  • Helping to coordinate multidisciplinary input and reviews
  • Ensuring care plans are clinically robust and person‑centred
  • Championing the individual’s rights, wishes and outcomes within CHC
  • Supporting clear communication between ICBs, providers and families

Working in Partnership with Families and Care Teams

We believe effective CHC care is built on collaboration. Our members work closely with families, carers, and wider teams to ensure that care is:

  • Legally compliant, proportionate and well documented
  • Respectful of choice, culture, and individual preferences
  • Focused on independence, safety and quality of life
  • Aligned with CHC funding responsibilities and national guidance

Why Join or Partner with the CHC Nurses Agency Network?

Working with or joining the CHC Nurses Agency Network means becoming part of a community that is committed to raising standards in NHS Continuing Healthcare while supporting the wellbeing and development of CHC nurses.

Our combination of specialist training, practical consultancy, and peer support helps you to:

  • Stay up to date with CHC policy, law and clinical practice
  • Deliver safe, person‑centred, and well‑evidenced care
  • Access trusted colleagues for advice, collaboration and referrals
  • Look after your own professional growth and resilience

How to Get Involved with CHC Nurses Agency Network

If you work in or around Continuing Healthcare and would like to:

  • Join our CHC nursing community
  • Access specialist CHC training for your team
  • Discuss consultancy or case support

Contact us today to discuss membership, upcoming events, or tailored support for your organisation. We will help you find the right combination of training, consultancy and community to meet your needs.

Frequently Asked Questions (FAQs)

  1. What is the CHC Nurses Agency Network? The CHC Nurses Agency Network is a professional community offering specialist CHC training, consultancy, and peer support for nurses and healthcare providers involved in NHS Continuing Healthcare.
  2. Who can join the CHC Nurses Agency Network? Our network is open to agency nurses, registered nurses, case managers, and healthcare professionals working in or alongside Continuing Healthcare.
  3. Do you provide formal CHC training courses? Yes, we offer structured CHC training covering eligibility, assessments, the DST, appeals, and complex case management.
  4. Are your training programmes suitable for new CHC nurses? Yes, our courses are designed for both beginners and experienced practitioners looking to refresh or deepen their CHC knowledge.
  5. Do you offer guidance on community Deprivation of Liberty (DoL) applications? Yes, we run training and provide advice on community DoL processes, legal frameworks and safeguarding considerations.
  6. How do your private social media groups work? Members are invited into confidential, moderated groups where they can share practice issues, ask questions, and support one another 24/7.
  7. Can organisations access your consultancy services? Yes, care providers and agencies can commission our CHC nurse consultants for policy reviews, quality assurance and complex case support.
  8. How often do you run CHC events or webinars? We host regular online and in‑person events throughout the year, and share upcoming dates with our members via our network channels.
  9. Is there a focus on wellbeing and peer support as well as education? Absolutely, our network is designed to support nurses emotionally as well as professionally, creating a safe space to connect and debrief.
  10. How can I get started with CHC Nurses Agency Network? Simply contact us via our website or preferred contact channel, and we will guide you through joining the network or arranging training and consultancy.