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CHC Nurses Agency Network: Expert Support, Training & Community for Continuing Healthcare Nurses
Specialist Network for CHC Agency Nurses Across the UK
The CHC Nurses Agency Network is a dedicated professional community for nurses working in NHS Continuing Healthcare (CHC) and related settings across the UK.
We provide peer support, specialist CHC training, consultancy and networking to help agency nurses, case managers and healthcare providers deliver safe, compliant and person-centred care.
Our mission is to make CHC practice easier, clearer and better connected by combining expert education with a strong nursing support network.
What Is the CHC Nurses Agency Network?
The CHC Nurses Agency Network is a private, invite-only community of around 500 experienced CHC agency nurses and healthcare professionals.
It is a place to relax, share challenges, ask questions and build professional contacts with colleagues who truly understand the pressures of nursing and CHC casework.
Many nurses in our network develop long-term friendships, mentoring relationships and collaborative partnerships that support them throughout their careers.
A Supportive Community Created by Nurses, for Nurses
Only another nurse can fully understand the workload, stress and complexity of delivering high-quality care while meeting CHC and legal requirements.
Our community gives agency nurses a safe, confidential space to:
- Discuss clinical and CHC-related issues in real time
- Share best practice, resources and document templates
- Ask for advice on complex CHC assessments and reviews
- Talk openly about work–life balance and well-being
- Build professional confidence in a rapidly changing system
We operate several confidential, invite-only social media groups (24/7/365) where CHC nurses can post questions, support each other and stay connected wherever they are working.
Key Services Offered by CHC Nurses Agency Network
1. Support with Continuing Healthcare (CHC) Practice
Guidance on CHC Eligibility, Assessments and Reviews
We support nurses involved in CHC checklists, full assessments, DSTs, appeals and reviews, helping them navigate policy and practice confidently.
Through our network, members can share real-world case examples, documentation tips and assessment strategies to improve the accuracy and quality of CHC decision-making.
Person-Centred CHC Care Planning
We help nurses develop robust, person-centred care plans for individuals eligible for NHS Continuing Healthcare or joint-funded care.
Our guidance covers risk management, outcome-focused planning, MDT collaboration and aligning care packages with assessed needs to support better outcomes and compliance.
2. Training and Education for CHC Nurses
CHC Application, Documentation and Funding Training
The CHC Nurses Agency Network offers specialist Continuing Healthcare training for agency nurses, case managers and healthcare teams.
Our courses and webinars typically cover:
- CHC eligibility criteria and national frameworks
- Completing CHC checklists and Decision Support Tools (DSTs)
- Evidence gathering and documentation for robust decisions
- Understanding funding pathways and joint-funded packages
- Appeals, reviews and dispute resolution
Training is delivered by experienced CHC nurses and senior clinicians who work in the field every day.
Compliance, Governance and CQC-Related Preparation
While we are primarily a nursing network, we also share practical guidance on regulatory expectations, documenting care and preparing for CQC or commissioning reviews where CHC practice is involved.
Members gain insights into governance, record-keeping, safeguarding, mental capacity and best interest processes relevant to CHC.
3. Regular Events, Webinars and Networking Sessions
In-Person and Online CHC Events
We run regular events to bring our community of CHC nurses together.
These include:
- Educational webinars on CHC updates, policies and best practice
- Workshops on documentation, assessments and complex case management
- Informal meet-ups for peer support and networking
- Panel discussions with senior CHC leaders and practitioners
Building Professional Networks and Long-Term Relationships
Most nurses in our network stay in touch with each other regularly, often collaborating across agencies, CCG/ICB areas and provider organisations.
Many members become lifelong friends and colleagues, supporting each other through role changes, new contracts and professional challenges.
4. Case Discussion and Peer-Led Problem Solving
Confidential Peer Support for Complex Cases
Through our invite-only groups, nurses can bring anonymised or hypothetical scenarios to the community for peer discussion and reflection.
This helps members:
- Explore different perspectives on CHC eligibility and risk
- Improve clinical reasoning and decision-making
- Gain confidence in complex CHC and safeguarding situations
- Reduce feelings of isolation when working across multiple sites or agencies
Shared Resources and Best Practice Templates
Members often share tools, checklists, sample wording and evidence frameworks that support more consistent and defensible CHC documentation.
This collaborative approach helps improve standards across the network and raises the overall quality of CHC nursing practice.
5. Support for Nurses Working with Learning Disabilities and Complex Needs
Person-Centred Approaches for LD and Autism in CHC
Many of our members specialise in supporting people with Learning Disabilities (LD), autism and complex behavioural needs who may be eligible for CHC funding.
Within the network, nurses share approaches for:
- Developing person-centred, strengths-based care plans
- Promoting independence, dignity and quality of life
- Working with families, advocates and multidisciplinary teams
- Using evidence-based interventions and positive behaviour support
Evidence-Based Practice and Risk Management
The network promotes evidence-based practice by highlighting current guidance, research and national standards relevant to CHC and LD care.
This helps nurses provide safe, legally sound and person-centred support to some of the most vulnerable individuals in the system.
Why Join the CHC Nurses Agency Network?
Expertise, Experience and Real-World Knowledge
Our core network is made up of experienced CHC agency nurses, case managers and senior practitioners who understand the realities of frontline practice.
By joining, you gain access to collective expertise that would be difficult to find in any single organisation.
Tailored Support for CHC Agency Nurses
Whether you are new to CHC or an experienced practitioner, the network adapts to your needs:
- Asking questions and receiving rapid peer feedback
- Developing specialist CHC knowledge and skills
- Finding locum, agency or project opportunities via connections
- Planning your long-term professional development
Our support is practical, relevant and grounded in current CHC practice.
24/7/365 Connection and Community
Nursing and CHC work rarely fit into a 9–5 schedule, so neither do we.
Our private social media groups are active 24 hours a day, 365 days a year, allowing you to connect with colleagues whenever you need advice, reassurance or simply someone who understands.
Who Is the CHC Nurses Agency Network For?
- Agency nurses working in CHC, community or complex care roles
- CHC nurse assessors, case managers and coordinators
- Registered nurses looking to move into CHC work
- Nurses working with older adults, LD, autism, mental health and complex disabilities where CHC may apply
- Healthcare professionals involved in CHC assessments, reviews and commissioning
We welcome new members who are committed to safe, person-centred care and who want to learn, share and grow alongside like-minded professionals.
How to Join the CHC Nurses Agency Network
If you are a nurse or healthcare professional involved in Continuing Healthcare and would like to join our network:
- Get in touch via our website contact form or listed email
- Tell us a little about your current role and CHC experience
- We will share details of our private social media groups and upcoming events
Once you are a member, you will be invited to join our confidential online groups, attend events and start building your professional network straight away.
Frequently Asked Questions (FAQs)
- What is the CHC Nurses Agency Network? – It is a UK-wide professional community and support network for nurses and healthcare professionals working in NHS Continuing Healthcare (CHC) and related roles.
- Who can join the CHC Nurses Agency Network? – Registered nurses and healthcare professionals with an interest or role in CHC, case management or complex care are welcome to apply to join.
- Is the network only for agency nurses? – No, while many members are agency nurses, we also welcome CHC case managers, assessors and other clinicians involved in CHC.
- What support does the network provide? – We offer peer support, CHC training, case discussion, shared resources, networking opportunities and confidential online groups.
- Do you offer Continuing Healthcare training? – Yes, we provide CHC-focused webinars, workshops and educational sessions on eligibility, assessments, documentation and funding.
- How do I access the private social media groups? – After joining the network, you will receive invitations to our confidential, invite-only social media and messaging groups.
- Is membership of the CHC Nurses Agency Network confidential? – Yes, we operate closed groups and expect all members to maintain strict confidentiality and professional standards.
- Can I discuss real cases in the group? – You can discuss anonymised or hypothetical scenarios for learning and support, in line with professional and data protection requirements.
- Does the network help with CQC or governance issues? – We share practical insights and peer advice on documentation, governance and regulatory expectations related to CHC practice.
- How do I get started with the CHC Nurses Agency Network? – Contact us via our website or listed channels, and we will guide you through the simple steps to join and access our community.
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