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CHC Nurses Agency Network: Supporting CHC Nurses & Healthcare Professionals Across the UK
A Specialist Community for CHC Agency Nurses, Training & Consultancy
The CHC Nurses Agency Network is a dedicated UK-based hub for nurses and healthcare professionals working in NHS Continuing Healthcare (CHC) and related services.
We combine specialist training, consultancy and a supportive peer network to help you develop your skills, build confidence and navigate the complexities of CHC practice.
As practising and former agency nurses ourselves, we understand the realities of frontline work, the pressure of assessments and reviews, and the day-to-day challenges of delivering safe, person-centred care.
Our mission is to create a trusted, confidential space where CHC nurses can learn, share and grow together.
Why Join the CHC Nurses Agency Network?
Specialist Focus on NHS Continuing Healthcare
We specialise in Continuing Healthcare (CHC), community-based care and complex care packages.
Our network and consultancy services are designed specifically for CHC agency nurses, case managers, nurse assessors, care home staff and healthcare providers who need up-to-date, practical CHC knowledge.
From CHC eligibility assessments and Decision Support Tool (DST) best practice to care planning, funding, community DoLS and multi-disciplinary working, we help you stay aligned with national guidance and local commissioning expectations.
A Supportive Professional Community for Agency Nurses
We know that only another nurse truly understands nursing – the workload, pressure, responsibility and emotional impact.
That’s why we have built a strong, confidential network of around 500 CHC agency nursing professionals across the UK who support one another every day.
Members of our community share professional issues 24-7-365 via invite-only social media groups, discuss challenging cases, celebrate successes and offer practical and emotional support.
Many in our network become lifelong friends as well as professional contacts.
Regular Events, Training & Networking
We run regular online and in-person events to bring CHC nurses and healthcare professionals together.
These include CHC training sessions, workshops, webinars, peer-support meetups and networking events focused on real-world practice.
Whether you are new to Continuing Healthcare or an experienced CHC nurse aiming to refine your expertise, our events are designed to build confidence, improve compliance and enhance career development.
What the CHC Nurses Agency Network Offers
CHC Training & Professional Development
Specialist Continuing Healthcare Training Courses
Our CHC training programmes are tailored for agency nurses, case managers, nurse assessors and care providers who want to strengthen their understanding of:
- CHC eligibility criteria and the National Framework
- Checklist and DST completion with strong clinical rationales
- CHC funding applications, reviews and appeals
- Person-centred care planning for complex care packages
- Risk assessments, documentation and legal considerations
- Community Deprivation of Liberty Safeguards (DoLS) / LPS readiness
Our sessions are delivered by experienced CHC nurses and educators, focused on practical scenarios, templates and tools you can use in your day-to-day practice.
CHC Consultancy for Providers & Organisations
Expert Guidance on CHC, Complex Care & Compliance
Alongside our community network, we provide bespoke consultancy to:
- Care homes and supported living providers involved in CHC-funded packages
- Nursing agencies placing CHC-skilled nurses
- Case management and complex care providers
- Healthcare organisations preparing for CQC and commissioner scrutiny
We help you improve CHC-related documentation, streamline processes, strengthen clinical governance and demonstrate high standards of person-centred care.
Transitions in Healthcare & Complex Discharge Support
Safe, Person-Centred Moves Between Care Settings
Moving patients between hospital, home, nursing homes or supported living can be complex, especially with CHC funding, safeguarding and complex care needs in play.
We offer guidance, training and peer support to nurses and providers managing discharge planning, step-down care and transitions in and out of CHC, helping reduce readmissions and maintain continuity of care.
Pre-CQC & Quality Improvement Support
Preparing Services Involved in CHC for Inspection
We support care services with pre-CQC preparation, focusing on areas that commonly affect providers delivering CHC-funded or complex care packages.
This may include policy reviews, documentation checks, care plan quality, risk management, capacity and consent, safeguarding and DoLS/LPS readiness, giving you clear, actionable feedback to raise standards ahead of inspection.
Learning Disabilities (LD) & Complex Needs Care Planning
Person-Centred LD Support Plans
Many patients within CHC or complex care pathways also live with learning disabilities, autism or behaviours that challenge.
We support nurses and providers to create detailed, personalised care and support plans that promote independence, safety and dignity.
We encourage close collaboration with families, advocates and MDTs to ensure care is respectful, rights-based and aligned with current legal frameworks.
CHC & Community DoLS Application Process Training
Confidently Navigating Legal & Regulatory Frameworks
Our targeted training addresses the intersection between CHC, capacity, consent and Community DoLS / Liberty Protection Safeguards (LPS).
We help nurses understand when and how to raise DoLS/LPS referrals, document decision-making, liaise with Best Interests Assessors and protect patients’ rights while ensuring safe care delivery in the community.
CHC Events, Webinars & Peer Learning
Stay Current, Connected & Informed
The CHC Nurses Agency Network hosts and participates in a range of CHC-focused events, including:
- Interactive webinars on CHC policy updates and case law
- Workshops on documentation, evidence gathering and DST rationale
- Peer-review sessions for real anonymised cases
- Informal networking and peer-support meetups
These events give you the chance to learn from experienced CHC nurses, share best practice and grow your professional network nationwide.
Case Management Support & Clinical Oversight
Coordinated, Person-Centred Complex Care
For organisations delivering CHC-funded or privately funded complex care, we can provide advisory case management support, including:
- Review and development of clinical care plans
- Guidance on MDT working and liaison with ICBs
- Oversight of risk assessments, escalation pathways and governance
- Support with family communication and expectation management
Our aim is to help teams deliver safe, evidence-based and person-centred care that stands up to commissioner and regulatory scrutiny.
Joining the CHC Nurses Agency Network
We warmly welcome new members to our CHC Nurses Agency Network – whether you are an experienced CHC nurse, new to agency work, or moving into CHC from another area of practice.
Members gain access to:
- Our private, confidential social media groups for CHC agency nurses
- Invites to network events, training sessions and webinars
- Peer support, real-time advice and shared resources 24-7-365
- Updates on CHC practice, policy and career opportunities
If you are looking for a place where CHC nurses truly understand and support each other, the CHC Nurses Agency Network is here for you.
Partner with CHC Nurses Agency Network
For organisations, partnering with the CHC Nurses Agency Network means accessing a pool of experienced CHC professionals, up-to-date expertise and practical support to strengthen your services.
We can work with nursing agencies, care providers, case management companies and other healthcare organisations to enhance staff competence, improve outcomes and support regulatory compliance in CHC and complex care.
Contact CHC Nurses Agency Network
To join the CHC Nurses Agency Network, discuss our training and consultancy services, or learn more about upcoming events, please contact us via the details on our website.
Our team is ready to connect you with our specialist CHC community, support your professional development and help your organisation deliver high-quality, person-centred care.
Frequently Asked Questions (FAQs)
- What is the CHC Nurses Agency Network? The CHC Nurses Agency Network is a UK-based community and consultancy for nurses and healthcare professionals specialising in NHS Continuing Healthcare and complex care.
- Who can join the CHC Nurses Agency Network? Agency nurses, nurse assessors, case managers, care home nurses and other professionals involved in CHC or complex care are welcome to join.
- Is membership only for agency nurses? No, while we have a strong focus on agency nurses, we also support permanent staff and independent practitioners working in CHC-related roles.
- Do you provide CHC training courses? Yes, we offer specialist CHC training covering eligibility, assessments, DST documentation, care planning, reviews and appeals.
- Can you help organisations prepare for CQC inspections? Yes, we offer pre-CQC support and quality improvement advice, particularly for services delivering CHC-funded or complex care.
- Do you offer support with Community DoLS or LPS? We provide training and guidance on Community DoLS and LPS readiness, including capacity, consent and documentation in CHC settings.
- How do I access your private social media groups? Once you join the network, we will send you secure, invite-only links to our confidential online groups.
- Do you run in-person events as well as online training? Yes, we run a mix of online webinars and in-person events, workshops and meetups depending on location and demand.
- Can care homes and care providers work with you? Absolutely, we support care homes, supported living and complex care providers with CHC training, consultancy and quality improvement.
- How do I contact the CHC Nurses Agency Network? You can get in touch using the contact details on our website to enquire about membership, training, consultancy or upcoming events.
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