CHC Nurses Agency Network: Professional Community & Support for CHC Agency Nurses
Connecting, Supporting and Empowering Continuing Healthcare (CHC) Agency Nurses
The CHC Nurses Agency Network is a dedicated professional community created exclusively for Continuing Healthcare (CHC) agency nurses who work within the NHS, local authorities and independent care sectors.
We provide a safe, supportive space for CHC nurses to connect, relax, share knowledge and access expert resources that make agency nursing in CHC more rewarding, sustainable and professionally satisfying.
About CHC Nurses Agency Network
The CHC Nurses Agency Network brings together a core community of around 500 experienced CHC agency nurses from across the UK who understand the realities of CHC casework, funding panels, assessments and multidisciplinary working.
We know that only another nurse truly understands the pressures, responsibility and emotional demands that come with working in Continuing Healthcare, and our network exists to support you both professionally and personally.
Our Mission and Values
Our mission is to strengthen the CHC workforce by connecting agency nurses, improving CHC practice and promoting high-quality, person-centred decision-making for patients and families.
We value professionalism, confidentiality, mutual respect and collaboration, and we foster a culture where CHC nurses can openly discuss challenges, share solutions and grow their careers with confidence.
What the CHC Nurses Agency Network Offers
A Relaxed, Supportive Community for CHC Agency Nurses
The CHC Nurses Agency Network is a place where agency nurses can switch off from shift pressures, connect with people who truly “get it” and build genuine friendships that often last for years.
Our members regularly support each other with day-to-day CHC queries, case discussions and general work–life challenges, helping make the realities of CHC nursing more manageable and less isolating.
Private, Invite‑Only Social Media Groups
We host confidential, invite‑only social media groups that operate 24‑7‑365, enabling our CHC agency nurses to share professional issues, seek advice and offer peer support at any time of the day or night.
These groups are moderated to maintain professionalism, protect confidentiality and ensure that discussions remain constructive, respectful and aligned with current CHC practice standards.
Professional Networking and Peer Support
Within the CHC Nurses Agency Network, you can build valuable professional contacts with CHC agency nurses, CHC assessors, case managers and other specialist professionals working across Continuing Healthcare.
Many members collaborate on best practice, share templates and tools, recommend opportunities and support one another with complex CHC eligibility, appeals and funding challenges.
Regular Events, Meet‑Ups and Learning Opportunities
We run regular online and in‑person events to strengthen our CHC community, including informal meet‑ups, discussion forums, Q&A sessions and topic‑based workshops on key aspects of Continuing Healthcare.
These events are designed to keep CHC agency nurses up‑to‑date with changes in national frameworks, local CHC processes, community DOLs and MDT best practice, while also giving members space to relax and connect.
Continuing Healthcare (CHC) Practice Discussions
Our network frequently hosts focused discussions on core CHC topics such as the CHC checklist, Decision Support Tool (DST), eligibility criteria, appeals, fast‑track funding, case law and documentation standards.
By sharing real‑world experiences and practical tips, we help agency nurses feel more confident, consistent and prepared in their CHC roles, whichever organisation they are working with at the time.
Community DOLs and Complex Case Support
Many of our members are involved in community Deprivation of Liberty (DOL) applications and complex continuing care cases, and our groups provide a valuable sounding board for navigating these high‑risk, high‑responsibility areas.
Through peer learning and shared experience, CHC agency nurses can better understand risk management, capacity assessments, legal frameworks and multidisciplinary communication around community DOLs.
Career Development for CHC Agency Nurses
In addition to emotional and peer support, the CHC Nurses Agency Network actively helps members develop their careers within Continuing Healthcare and related specialist nursing roles.
We encourage members to share insights on agency work, contract expectations, role profiles, interview preparation and progression routes for nurses who wish to specialise or advance within CHC.
Sharing Knowledge, Resources and Best Practice
Members regularly exchange templates, audit tools, documentation tips, reflective practice examples and learning resources that improve the quality and consistency of CHC assessments and decision‑making.
This collaborative approach helps agency nurses stay aligned with the National Framework for NHS Continuing Healthcare and NHS‑funded Nursing Care, as well as local commissioning policies and standards.
Supporting Work–Life Balance and Wellbeing
We recognise that CHC agency nursing can be emotionally demanding and administratively intense, so our network also supports members with discussions around resilience, boundaries, time management and wellbeing.
By talking openly about stress, burnout and professional pressures, our CHC community helps nurses find strategies that protect their health while maintaining high standards of patient care and documentation.
Why Join the CHC Nurses Agency Network?
A Community Built by CHC Nurses, for CHC Nurses
Our network is shaped and driven by experienced CHC agency nurses who understand the realities of working across different CCGs/ICBs, local authorities and independent providers.
This lived experience means discussions, advice and resources are always grounded in real CHC practice, not theory alone.
Confidential, Safe and Professional Environment
All our social media groups are private, invite‑only spaces where confidentiality, professional conduct and mutual respect are strictly maintained.
This gives CHC nurses the confidence to discuss sensitive practice issues, seek help with difficult situations and learn from others without fear of judgement.
Stronger Networks, Better Practice, Greater Confidence
By joining the CHC Nurses Agency Network, you gain access to a powerful support system that helps you solve problems faster, feel less isolated and continuously refine your CHC knowledge and skills.
Stronger networks lead to better, safer CHC practice and greater confidence when representing patients and families in complex funding and eligibility decisions.
How to Join the CHC Nurses Agency Network
We welcome new members who are actively working, or planning to work, as CHC agency nurses, CHC assessors or in closely related Continuing Healthcare roles.
To get started, simply contact us to request an invitation to our private social media groups, and we will guide you through the joining process and upcoming events.
Become part of a thriving community of CHC agency nursing professionals and discover how much easier and more rewarding your Continuing Healthcare career can be with the right network behind you.
Frequently Asked Questions (FAQs)
- Who can join the CHC Nurses Agency Network?
The network is open to CHC agency nurses and other nursing professionals working in or moving into Continuing Healthcare roles. - Is membership of the CHC Nurses Agency Network free?
Most core community access is free, and any paid events or extras are clearly advertised in advance. - How do I access the private social media groups?
You can request an invitation by contacting us, after which we will add you to the relevant confidential groups. - Are the discussions in the groups confidential?
Yes, all members must follow strict confidentiality and professional standards to protect patients, organisations and each other. - What kind of topics are discussed in the network?
Members discuss CHC eligibility, DSTs, checklists, community DOLs, appeals, documentation, workloads and general professional issues. - Does the CHC Nurses Agency Network offer training or CPD?
We host regular learning events, discussions and informal sessions that support your ongoing CHC professional development. - Can I get help with a complex CHC case?
You can share anonymised scenarios within the group to seek peer insight, ideas and support with complex cases. - Do you organise in‑person meet‑ups?
Yes, we run occasional in‑person events and meet‑ups alongside our regular online sessions. - Is the CHC Nurses Agency Network UK‑focused?
Our community primarily supports nurses working within the UK Continuing Healthcare system. - How do I get started with joining the network?
Simply reach out via our contact details to request membership, and we will send you the next steps to join.
Join the CHC Nurses Agency Network today and connect with a specialist community of Continuing Healthcare nurses who will support you every step of the way in your CHC career.