CHC Nurses Agency Network: Training, Support & Events

Join the CHC Nurses Agency Network for expert UK Continuing Healthcare (CHC) training, consultancy, peer support and events. Built by CHC nurses for CHC nurses, we help you navigate CHC assessments, Community DoLS, discharge planning, learning disability care, CQC readiness and complex case management. Connect with a confidential national community, access practical resources and stay up to date with CHC policy, best practice and regulation.

CHC Nurses Agency Network – Expert CHC Training, Support & Community for UK Nurses

Specialist CHC Nursing Support, Training and Networking Across the UK

The CHC Nurses Agency Network brings together a national community of experienced Continuing Healthcare (CHC) nurses, case managers and healthcare professionals. We provide specialist CHC training, consultancy and peer support designed to improve the quality, safety and efficiency of CHC practice in every setting – from acute hospitals to community care and social care providers.

Built by CHC nurses for CHC nurses, our network helps you navigate complex CHC assessments, community DoLS applications, care planning, funding decisions and CQC compliance. Whether you are an agency nurse, independent practitioner, team lead or provider, we offer a supportive space to learn, share, connect and develop your CHC career.

Alongside our confidential, invite-only social media groups and regular networking events, we deliver tailored CHC training and consultancy to organisations across the UK. Our goal is simple: to ensure CHC professionals are confident, well-supported and fully up to date with current policy, practice and regulation.

Comprehensive CHC Training and Consultancy for Nurses and Organisations

Specialist CHC & Community DoLS Application Process Training

Enhancing Knowledge of CHC Eligibility, Funding and Legal Frameworks

Our specialist CHC training courses are designed for nurses and multidisciplinary professionals involved in NHS Continuing Healthcare assessments, care planning, funding decisions and Community Deprivation of Liberty (DoLS) applications. We cover National Framework eligibility criteria, evidence-based documentation, MDT decision-making, appeals, reviews and legal compliance.

Delivered by senior CHC practitioners, our programmes build confidence, accuracy and consistency across your team. With a strong focus on real cases, documentation examples and practical tools, we ensure staff can manage complex CHC and DoLS workstreams safely, efficiently and defensibly.

Who Should Attend Our CHC Training?

Our courses are ideal for:

  • Agency and bank CHC nurses
  • CHC case managers and nurse assessors
  • Care home nurses and managers
  • Social workers and local authority staff involved in CHC and joint funding
  • Community and discharge planning teams
  • Compliance, governance and quality leads

Both new and experienced practitioners benefit from our structured, step-by-step approach and the opportunity to ask questions in a safe, professional learning environment.

Transition Support, Discharge Planning and Seamless Care Pathways

Supporting Patients Through Complex Care Transitions

Transitions between hospital, community, care homes and home care can be particularly complex when CHC funding, Fast Track pathways or DoLS are involved. The CHC Nurses Agency Network provides expert guidance, tools and training to support safe, timely and person-centred transitions for people with high levels of health need.

We help nurses and organisations develop robust discharge and transition plans that promote continuity of care, legal compliance and positive outcomes. Our focus is on minimising delays, avoiding unnecessary readmissions and ensuring patients and families are fully informed at every step.

How We Support Healthcare Providers with Transitions

We work alongside providers and CHC teams to:

  • Develop clear transition frameworks and standard operating procedures
  • Train staff in CHC Fast Track, reviews and ongoing eligibility as they relate to discharge
  • Strengthen communication between hospitals, CHC teams, community services and care homes
  • Provide peer support for nurses handling particularly complex CHC or safeguarding cases

By enhancing your organisational capacity around transitions, we support safe handovers, better patient flow and improved service user experience.

Pre-CQC Readiness & Quality Support for CHC Services

Preparing CHC Services and Providers for CQC Inspection

Targeted Reviews and Practical Recommendations

The CHC Nurses Agency Network supports organisations to prepare for CQC inspections where CHC practice, complex care and regulated activities are under scrutiny. Our experienced nurses and quality specialists can review CHC-related policies, documentation, care plans and governance systems to identify strengths and gaps.

We provide clear, actionable feedback and best-practice recommendations, helping you address issues before inspection. This proactive approach supports compliance with CQC’s Key Questions and Fundamental Standards relating to safe, effective, caring, responsive and well-led CHC and complex care services.

Embedding High Standards of CHC Care and Documentation

By working with our network, organisations gain access to:

  • Current CHC and complex care best practice
  • Insights from front-line CHC nurses and case managers
  • Guidance on auditable CHC documentation and governance

This combination helps you evidence quality to regulators while genuinely improving safety, effectiveness and patient experience.

Specialist Support for Patients with Learning Disabilities and Complex Needs

Developing Person-Centred CHC & LD Care Plans

Holistic Planning for Individuals with Learning Disabilities

Many CHC cases involve people with learning disabilities (LD), autism and complex physical or behavioural needs. Within our network, specialist nurses share expertise, templates and peer support for creating robust, person-centred care plans that reflect both CHC requirements and LD best practice.

We promote independence, dignity and quality of life while ensuring that care plans clearly evidence primary health needs, risks and required interventions for CHC funding and safe delivery of care.

Using Evidence-Based Approaches in LD and CHC Care

Our community of CHC professionals actively shares research, guidance and real-world learning around LD and complex care. We encourage continuous reflection and review so that care plans evolve with the individual’s changing needs, safeguarding both wellbeing and legal compliance.

Expert CHC Case Management and Peer Support

Coordinating Complex Care for Better Outcomes

Supporting Patients, Families and Professionals

Members of the CHC Nurses Agency Network routinely manage complex CHC caseloads, working closely with patients, families, providers and commissioners. Our network acts as a supportive hub where CHC nurses can:

  • Seek peer advice on complex eligibility or funding issues
  • Share best practice in case coordination and risk management
  • Discuss ethical dilemmas and challenging family dynamics confidentially

This community-driven approach strengthens practitioners’ ability to deliver safe, coordinated and compassionate CHC case management.

Maintaining Quality, Governance and Professional Standards

By engaging with our network, CHC nurses and organisations can:

  • Stay aligned with current CHC policy, legal updates and national guidance
  • Benchmark practice against peer experience from across the UK
  • Access informal supervision and professional reflection through our online groups and events

This collective expertise helps sustain high standards of care, documentation and regulatory compliance.

CHC Nurses Agency Network Community & Events

A Supportive Professional Community for CHC Nurses

Private, Confidential Social Media Groups

The CHC Nurses Agency Network is first and foremost a safe, supportive space for CHC nurses. We host confidential, invite-only social media groups where around 500 CHC agency nursing professionals share:

  • Day-to-day professional challenges and questions
  • Case examples (anonymised) and learning points
  • Policy updates, resources and job opportunities
  • Wellbeing support for the emotional demands of CHC work

Many of our members become long-term friends and trusted colleagues, providing mutual support 24/7/365.

Regular CHC Events, Workshops and Networking

We run regular online and in-person events to bring our community together, including:

  • CHC workshops and clinical update sessions
  • Peer-led seminars on complex cases and appeals
  • Networking meet-ups for agency nurses and independent practitioners

These events provide valuable opportunities to expand your professional network, deepen your knowledge and feel genuinely part of a national CHC community.

Why Join the CHC Nurses Agency Network?

Built by CHC Nurses, for CHC Nurses

Only another nurse truly understands the pressure, responsibility and complexity of CHC practice. Our network is run by experienced CHC nurses who know exactly what you face in your daily work and are committed to making your professional life easier, safer and more rewarding.

Professional Growth, Connection and Support

By joining the CHC Nurses Agency Network, you can:

  • Expand your CHC expertise through shared learning and training
  • Build a strong professional network across the UK
  • Access confidential peer support whenever you need it
  • Stay up to date with CHC policy, guidance and case law

Flexible, Practical Help for Individuals and Organisations

We support both individual CHC nurses and healthcare organisations through:

  • Customised CHC training and workshops
  • Consultancy and quality support for providers and teams
  • Ongoing peer-to-peer learning within our private network

Our focus is always on practical, real-world solutions that improve CHC practice and patient outcomes.

Join the CHC Nurses Agency Network

If you are a nurse or healthcare professional involved in NHS Continuing Healthcare, CHC assessments, case management or complex care, we would love to welcome you into our community.

Join us to build your knowledge, reduce isolation, grow your career and connect with CHC colleagues who truly understand your work.

  • Email: info@chcnursesagencynetwork.co.uk
  • Website: www.chcnursesagencynetwork.co.uk
  • Social Media Groups: Invite-only – contact us via email or website to request access

Frequently Asked Questions (FAQs)

  1. What is the CHC Nurses Agency Network? The CHC Nurses Agency Network is a UK-wide community offering specialist CHC training, consultancy and peer support for nurses and healthcare professionals involved in Continuing Healthcare.
  2. Who can join the CHC Nurses Agency Network? Membership is open to CHC nurses, agency nurses, case managers and other professionals working in or closely with NHS Continuing Healthcare.
  3. Do you provide CHC training for organisations? Yes, we offer tailored CHC training and workshops for healthcare providers, teams and organisations across the UK.
  4. Are your social media groups public? No, our social media groups are private, confidential and invite-only to protect members and encourage open professional discussion.
  5. Do you support nurses new to CHC? Yes, we regularly support and mentor nurses who are new to CHC work through training, events and peer support.
  6. Can you help with CQC readiness around CHC services? We can review CHC-related policies, documentation and practice, and provide guidance to strengthen CQC compliance and inspection readiness.
  7. Do you run events or webinars? Yes, we run regular online and in-person events, webinars and networking sessions focused on CHC practice, policy and complex cases.
  8. Is there a cost to join the network? Some aspects of the network are free to join, while specific training or consultancy services may be chargeable – contact us for current details.
  9. How do I request access to your private groups? You can email us or use the contact form on our website to request an invitation to our confidential CHC professional groups.
  10. How does joining the CHC Nurses Agency Network benefit my career? Membership helps you grow your CHC expertise, build a strong professional network, access peer support and stay current with national CHC developments.