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CHC Nurses Agency Network | Continuing Healthcare Training, Support & Community
A Professional Network Dedicated to CHC Agency Nurses
The CHC Nurses Agency Network is a specialist community created for nurses working in NHS Continuing Healthcare (CHC) and related fields. We bring together agency nurses, independent practitioners, and healthcare professionals who want to share knowledge, access expert guidance, and improve patient outcomes while developing their careers.
Our network offers a supportive, confidential space where CHC nurses can relax, connect, and discuss the realities of nursing practice. With a core community of around 500 CHC agency nursing professionals, we provide peer-to-peer support, regular events, and ongoing education tailored to the unique challenges of CHC work across the NHS and private sectors.
What Is the CHC Nurses Agency Network?
The CHC Nurses Agency Network is more than just a group – it is a professional hub for Continuing Healthcare nurses. We understand that only another nurse truly appreciates the demands, stress, and responsibility involved in CHC practice.
Through our invite-only social media groups and regular online and in-person events, we create a safe space to share experiences, ask questions, and access practical support. Many members build long-term friendships and professional connections that last for years.
We are committed to helping nurses navigate CHC processes confidently, including eligibility assessments, care planning, reviews, and working within legal and regulatory frameworks. Our goal is to support you in delivering safe, effective, and person-centred care, while also protecting your professional wellbeing.
Continuing Healthcare (CHC) Training & Professional Development
To support nurses at every stage of their CHC journey, our network promotes and signposts access to specialist training and educational resources. Whether you are new to CHC or an experienced nurse wanting to refresh or deepen your knowledge, you will find opportunities to learn and grow.
Specialist CHC Skills for Agency & Independent Nurses
We focus on the core competencies agency nurses need to work effectively in Continuing Healthcare, including:
- Understanding NHS Continuing Healthcare eligibility criteria and the Decision Support Tool (DST)
- Carrying out high-quality CHC assessments, reviews, and appeals
- Care planning and coordination across health and social care services
- Documentation, evidence-gathering, and defensible record-keeping
- Working safely within NHS and local authority frameworks
By engaging with our community, you can discover workshops, webinars, and courses that enhance your understanding of CHC policy, case management, and multidisciplinary working – all essential for effective and compliant CHC practice.
Supporting Best Practice in Care Transitions & Community DOL
Transitions between hospital, community, and long-term care settings are often complex and stressful for patients and professionals alike. Our network encourages discussion and learning on:
- Safe care transitions and handovers between teams and providers
- Best practice in Discharge to Assess (D2A) models and CHC Fast Track
- Understanding and navigating Deprivation of Liberty (DoLS) and community DOL processes
- Maintaining patient dignity, rights, and choice throughout the care journey
By sharing real-world experiences and case examples, our members help each other apply guidance in practice and maintain high standards of care for people with complex health needs.
A Safe, Confidential Community for CHC Nurses
One of the most valuable aspects of the CHC Nurses Agency Network is our private online community. We host several confidential, invite-only social media groups where CHC nurses can communicate 24/7, 365 days a year.
24/7 Peer Support & Professional Discussion
Within our groups, you can:
- Ask questions about complex CHC cases and documentation
- Discuss policy changes, NHS guidance, and CHC best practice
- Share experiences of working with CCGs/ICBs, local authorities, and providers
- Talk openly about the pressures and emotional impact of CHC work
- Exchange tips on managing workload, boundaries, and work–life balance
All discussions are hosted within a supportive, respectful environment where confidentiality and professionalism are essential. Members help each other problem-solve, reflect, and grow in confidence.
Building Lasting Friendships & Professional Networks
Many members of the CHC Nurses Agency Network go on to form strong personal and professional relationships. It is common for nurses in the network to stay in touch for years, collaborating on opportunities and supporting each other through different phases of their careers.
New members are warmly welcomed into our private groups and events. Whether you are an experienced CHC assessor, a band 5/6 nurse exploring CHC, or an independent practitioner, you will find colleagues who understand your world and share your challenges.
Events, Workshops & Knowledge-Sharing for CHC Nurses
We regularly run and promote CHC-related events that bring our network of agency nurses together. These sessions are designed to combine learning with connection, giving you space to develop professionally while building your support network.
Regular Meet-Ups, Webinars & Training Sessions
Our events may include:
- Online webinars on CHC frameworks, DST completion, and appeals
- Workshops focused on documentation, evidence, and person-centred assessment
- Peer discussion groups on ethical dilemmas and multidisciplinary working
- Social meet-ups so agency nurses can relax and connect in person
These sessions are ideal if you want to stay up to date with CHC guidance, learn from experienced colleagues, and strengthen your CV and professional profile.
Staying Up to Date with CHC Policy & Regulation
Continuing Healthcare is a complex and constantly evolving area. Through our network, members stay informed about:
- Changes to NHS Continuing Healthcare national framework
- Updates in mental capacity, DoLS/Liberty Protection Safeguards (LPS)
- Local variations in CHC processes and commissioning approaches
- Best practice examples from across the UK
By staying current with policy and case law, CHC nurses can provide safer, more defensible practice and deliver better outcomes for individuals and families.
Supporting the Wellbeing of CHC Agency Nurses
CHC practice can be emotionally challenging and professionally isolating, especially for agency and independent nurses. The CHC Nurses Agency Network is a place to look after your own wellbeing as well as your career.
A Place to Relax, Reflect & Be Understood
Our community recognises the reality of CHC nursing – the time pressures, ethical decisions, distressed families, and responsibility for high-stakes decisions. Within our groups, you can:
- Speak openly with people who truly understand CHC work
- Share difficult experiences in a non-judgemental space
- Access informal peer mentoring and encouragement
- Find practical ideas for self-care and resilience
By staying connected, many nurses report feeling less alone, more confident, and better able to manage the demands of CHC practice.
Why Join the CHC Nurses Agency Network?
Joining the CHC Nurses Agency Network gives you access to a trusted, experienced community focused specifically on Continuing Healthcare. Our network is ideal for:
- Agency nurses regularly working in CHC roles or CHC-funded packages
- Independent nurses providing CHC assessments, reviews, or appeals support
- Nurses considering a move into CHC who want to learn more
- Professionals seeking networking, peer support, and CHC insights
By becoming part of our community, you can:
- Grow your knowledge and confidence in CHC practice
- Build a strong professional network of like-minded nurses
- Stay informed about policy changes and best practice
- Access support 24/7 through our confidential groups
- Develop your career, profile, and opportunities within CHC
If you are committed to improving standards in Continuing Healthcare and want to connect with others who share that goal, the CHC Nurses Agency Network is the ideal place for you.
How to Join the CHC Nurses Agency Network
We welcome new CHC nurses into our network throughout the year. To get started, you can:
- Contact us via our website contact form to express interest in joining
- Request access to our private social media groups (subject to approval)
- Attend one of our events or webinars to meet existing members
Once accepted, you will be invited into our main confidential groups where you can start introducing yourself, asking questions, and building your professional community.
Conclusion
The CHC Nurses Agency Network exists to support, connect, and empower nurses working in Continuing Healthcare. Through our specialist community, events, and knowledge-sharing, we help CHC nurses deliver safer, more person-centred care while also looking after their own professional growth and wellbeing.
If you are a CHC agency nurse or independent practitioner looking for a dedicated professional home, we invite you to join our network. Together, we can navigate the complexities of CHC, raise standards of care, and ensure that no CHC nurse has to do this challenging work alone.
Frequently Asked Questions
- What is the CHC Nurses Agency Network? The CHC Nurses Agency Network is a professional community for nurses working in NHS Continuing Healthcare, offering support, networking, and specialist knowledge-sharing.
- Who can join the CHC Nurses Agency Network? Any nurse with an interest or role in Continuing Healthcare, including agency and independent nurses, can apply to join the network.
- Is the CHC Nurses Agency Network only for UK nurses? Our focus is on NHS Continuing Healthcare in the UK, so the majority of our members are UK-based nurses working within those frameworks.
- How do I become a member? You can contact us via our website or social media, and once your details are verified, you may be invited into our private groups and events.
- Does it cost anything to join? Membership arrangements may vary over time, so please check our latest information or contact us directly for current details on fees, if any.
- What kind of events do you run? We run and promote webinars, workshops, discussion groups, and social meet-ups focused on CHC practice, policy updates, and professional support.
- Will I get CHC training through the network? We signpost and promote CHC training opportunities, share resources, and host educational sessions, though we do not currently act as a formal accredited training provider.
- Are the social media groups really confidential? Our groups are invite-only and moderated, and members are expected to maintain strict confidentiality and professionalism at all times.
- How active is the network? Our core community of around 500 CHC nurses engage daily across multiple channels, providing 24/7 peer support and discussion.
- Why should I join the CHC Nurses Agency Network? Joining gives you access to a specialist CHC community, ongoing support, shared expertise, and opportunities to grow your confidence and career in Continuing Healthcare.
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