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CHC Nurses Agency Network: Empowering UK Nurses & Healthcare Organisations in Continuing Healthcare (CHC)
Introducing CHC Nurses Agency Network: Your UK Partner in CHC Training, Consultancy & Nurse Support
CHC Nurses Agency Network is a specialist UK nursing consultancy and professional community focused on
Continuing Healthcare (CHC), nurse development and organisational support.
We bring together experienced CHC nurses, healthcare professionals and care providers to improve standards of care, strengthen compliance and enhance staff wellbeing.
Our mission is to support agency nurses, nurse leaders and health and social care organisations with expert CHC training, specialist consultancy, peer-to-peer networking and practical guidance on complex care, funding and regulatory requirements.
A Professional Network Just for CHC Agency Nurses
The CHC Nurses Agency Network is a dedicated space where Continuing Healthcare and complex care nurses can connect, learn and relax with colleagues who truly understand the pressures of nursing.
Only another nurse fully understands the workload, emotional strain and responsibility that comes with our profession, and our community is built around that shared experience.
We run regular online and in-person events to bring our community of CHC agency nurses together, and many members stay in touch daily through our private, invite-only social media groups.
Over time, professional contacts often become lasting friendships, building a trusted support network that follows you throughout your nursing career.
We actively welcome new members into the CHC Nurses Agency Network to join our confidential groups, training sessions and social events, and to share experiences, advice and opportunities 24/7, 365 days a year.
Comprehensive CHC Training for UK Healthcare Professionals
Specialist Continuing Healthcare (CHC) Training Courses
Our specialist CHC training programmes are designed for agency nurses, care home staff, case managers and health and social care professionals involved in NHS Continuing Healthcare.
We cover CHC eligibility, the Decision Support Tool (DST), assessments, appeals, fast-track funding, care planning and multi-disciplinary working.
Delivered by highly experienced CHC nurses and consultants, our courses help you navigate CHC regulations confidently, understand the National Framework, and apply learning directly to practice to improve patient outcomes and documentation quality.
Whether you are new to CHC or looking to update and deepen your knowledge, our training is tailored to your experience level and role.
Effective Transitions of Care for CHC Patients
Transitions between hospital, community, residential or home-based care are critical moments for patients eligible for Continuing Healthcare.
We provide practical training and consultancy on safe, person-centred discharge planning, communication between services and effective coordination of complex care packages.
Our experts support nurses and providers to create robust transition plans that minimise risk, prevent unnecessary readmissions, protect funding arrangements and ensure continuity of care for people with high-level and complex needs.
Person-Centred Support for People with Learning Disabilities and Complex Needs
CHC Nurses Agency Network advocates for truly person-centred care for individuals with Learning Disabilities (LD), autism and other complex health needs within CHC-funded or jointly funded packages.
Our training and guidance help nurses and care teams develop support plans that promote independence, dignity, communication and safety.
Using current evidence-based practice and legal frameworks, we show you how to structure holistic care plans that address physical health, mental health, behaviour, daily living skills and personal goals, ensuring that people receive the right care in the right setting.
Expert Consultancy for CHC Providers & Healthcare Organisations
Pre-CQC Support and Quality Improvement for CHC Services
Preparing for a Care Quality Commission (CQC) inspection is especially challenging when you deliver CHC or complex care services.
Our consultancy supports providers with pre-CQC assessments, mock inspections and improvement plans focused on clinical governance, record-keeping, risk management and person-centred care.
We review your policies, care plans, CHC documentation and practice against current CQC standards and CHC guidance, providing clear, actionable recommendations to strengthen compliance and improve ratings.
Support with Community DOLs/DoLS and Legal Frameworks
Navigating the Deprivation of Liberty Safeguards (DoLS) in care homes and community settings, and preparing for Liberty Protection Safeguards (LPS), can be complex for CHC and domiciliary care providers.
CHC Nurses Agency Network offers targeted training and advice on legal requirements, capacity assessments, best interests decisions and documentation.
We help teams understand when and how to apply for authorisations, how DoLS/DoL interacts with CHC funding and safeguarding, and how to evidence that restrictions are necessary, proportionate and regularly reviewed.
Developing Person-Centred CHC Care Plans
Our consultants work with providers to create and refine individualised CHC care plans that meet clinical needs, regulatory standards and the expectations of CCGs/ICBs and local authorities.
We focus on clearly evidencing complexity, intensity and unpredictability of needs, while maintaining a strong person-centred, strength-based approach.
By partnering with families, multi-disciplinary teams and decision-makers, we help providers design safe, sustainable care packages that enhance quality of life and support positive outcomes for people with high acuity needs.
Knowledge Sharing, Events & Community Engagement
CHC Events, Webinars and Workshops
We host regular CHC-focused workshops, webinars, study days and networking events for nurses, care managers and providers across the UK.
Topics include CHC updates, National Framework changes, best practice in assessments, complex case management, legal and ethical issues, and documentation skills.
These events provide high-impact continuing professional development (CPD), opportunities to ask questions of CHC specialists, and time to network with peers facing similar challenges in practice.
Expert CHC Case Management & Peer Support
Through our extended network of CHC specialists, we support case management for complex CHC-funded individuals, including assessment preparation, reviews, appeals and multi-agency coordination.
We also facilitate peer-to-peer learning, clinical discussion and reflection within our confidential nurse groups so that no nurse has to handle difficult CHC situations alone.
This collaborative approach promotes safe, consistent practice, better communication with commissioners and, most importantly, improved quality of life for patients and families navigating the CHC system.
Why Join and Work with CHC Nurses Agency Network?
A Community of Experienced CHC Nurses
Our core network includes around 500 CHC agency nursing professionals from across the UK, many with extensive experience in Continuing Healthcare, complex care, mental health and learning disabilities.
This creates a powerful pool of expertise and lived experience that you can draw on for guidance, mentoring and support.
Bespoke Support for Nurses and Organisations
We recognise that every nurse, service user and organisation has unique needs, so our training and consultancy are tailored to your context, role and level of CHC involvement.
From one-to-one guidance to whole-team training and organisational reviews, we design solutions that are practical, realistic and impactful.
Committed to Better Patient Outcomes and Nurse Wellbeing
Our dual focus is on improving outcomes for CHC patients and improving the working lives of the nurses who care for them.
By combining specialist education, robust consultancy and a supportive professional community, we help raise care standards while reducing isolation, stress and burnout among agency nurses.
Join CHC Nurses Agency Network and Elevate Your CHC Practice
Whether you are an individual nurse looking for CHC training and peer support, or a provider seeking expert consultancy on CHC, CQC or complex care, CHC Nurses Agency Network is here to help.
Join our private network, attend our events, or contact us to discuss tailored training and consultancy for your team.
Get in touch today to explore membership, upcoming CHC events and how we can support you to deliver safe, compliant and truly person-centred Continuing Healthcare.
Frequently Asked Questions (FAQs)
- What is CHC Nurses Agency Network? CHC Nurses Agency Network is a UK-based professional network and consultancy specialising in Continuing Healthcare (CHC) training, support and community for agency nurses and care providers.
- Who can join the CHC Nurses Agency Network? Agency nurses, registered nurses, nurse associates and healthcare professionals involved in CHC or complex care across the UK are welcome to join.
- Do you offer CHC training courses for beginners? Yes, we provide CHC training suitable for beginners through to advanced practitioners, tailored to your experience and role.
- Can organisations book bespoke CHC training for their teams? Yes, we design and deliver bespoke in-house or online training for care homes, domiciliary agencies, NHS teams and other providers.
- Do you help providers prepare for CQC inspections? We offer pre-CQC assessments, mock inspections and quality improvement support with a strong focus on CHC and complex care services.
- How does your network support nurse wellbeing? Our private social media groups, events and peer support spaces allow nurses to share experiences, seek advice and feel less isolated in their CHC roles.
- Do you provide guidance on DoLS/Deprivation of Liberty in community and CHC settings? Yes, we offer training and consultancy on DoLS/DoL, capacity, best interests and related legal frameworks relevant to CHC.
- Are your events and workshops open to non-members? Many of our CPD events and webinars are open to both members and non-members, although members may receive priority and discounted access.
- Is the CHC Nurses Agency Network only for UK nurses? Our primary focus is on UK CHC practice and regulation, so our training and community are mainly aimed at UK-based nurses and organisations.
- How can I contact CHC Nurses Agency Network? You can reach us via our website contact form, email or phone to enquire about membership, training, consultancy or upcoming events.
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