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CHC Nurses Agency Network: Specialist Continuing Healthcare Training, Community & Consultancy
A Dedicated Network for CHC Agency Nurses and Healthcare Providers
The CHC Nurses Agency Network is a specialist community and consultancy service for nurses working in NHS Continuing Healthcare (CHC), agency nursing and community-based complex care.
We bring together experienced CHC nurses, case managers and healthcare professionals to share knowledge, provide expert CHC training, offer consultancy for organisations, and create a strong peer network that supports professional growth and high-quality patient care.
Our network helps nurses build meaningful connections, deepen their understanding of CHC frameworks and funding, and access practical guidance that makes everyday practice easier, safer and more compliant.
What Is the CHC Nurses Agency Network?
The CHC Nurses Agency Network is a supportive space where CHC nurses and agency nursing professionals can connect, learn and grow together.
As every nurse knows, only another nurse truly understands the pressures, responsibility and emotional demands of frontline care. Our network gives you a trusted community of colleagues who share your reality and are available 24/7 through confidential, invite-only groups.
With a core membership of around 500 CHC agency nursing professionals, we foster long-term professional relationships, friendships and ongoing peer support that continue for many years.
Our Core Services and Support
1. Community & Peer Support for CHC Agency Nurses
A Safe, Confidential Space for CHC Professionals
Our private, invite-only social media groups provide a safe environment where CHC nurses can openly discuss professional issues, share experiences and ask questions 24-7-365.
Members regularly offer each other practical advice on CHC assessments, documentation, best practice, agency work, work–life balance and managing the emotional impact of nursing.
New members are warmly welcomed into our community and quickly find colleagues who understand their challenges and can provide real-time, experience-based support.
2. Specialist CHC Training & Professional Development
Expert Training in Continuing Healthcare & Community DoLS
We deliver specialist CHC and Community Deprivation of Liberty (DoLS) training to equip nurses, case managers and healthcare professionals with the knowledge and confidence to work safely and compliantly within CHC frameworks.
Our courses cover CHC eligibility criteria, the Decision Support Tool (DST), assessment processes, care planning, funding streams, documentation standards and appeals procedures.
Whether you are new to CHC or an experienced practitioner looking to refresh and update your skills, our training is practical, case-based and aligned with current national guidance.
3. Pre-CQC & Quality Assurance Consultancy
Preparing Services for Inspection and Regulatory Compliance
The CHC Nurses Agency Network also supports providers delivering CHC-funded care with pre-CQC assessment and quality consultancy.
We review your policies, pathways, documentation and care delivery processes from a CHC perspective to identify strengths, gaps and risks in relation to CQC standards and commissioning requirements.
Our experienced CHC nurses provide clear, actionable recommendations to improve quality, demonstrate compliance and increase readiness for inspections and external reviews.
4. Care Transitions & Complex Case Support
Supporting Safe Transitions for CHC and Complex Care Patients
We understand that transitions in care – such as hospital discharge to home, moves between care providers or changes to funding – can be high-risk and stressful for everyone involved.
Our network of CHC-experienced nurses supports organisations and professionals to plan and manage safe, person-centred care transitions, particularly for individuals with complex health and social care needs.
By focusing on coordination, communication, risk management and continuity of care, we help minimise disruptions and improve outcomes for CHC-eligible patients.
5. Developing Care & Support Plans for Learning Disabilities (LD)
Person-Centred Plans for People with Learning Disabilities in CHC
Many CHC-funded individuals have learning disabilities (LD) and complex needs that require specialist, person-centred care and support planning.
Our CHC nurses work with providers and professionals to develop robust, personalised care and support plans that promote independence, safety, dignity and quality of life.
Using evidence-based, person-centred approaches, we ensure plans reflect communication needs, behaviour support strategies, health conditions and the individual’s aspirations and preferences.
CHC Training, Events & Networking Opportunities
Continuing Healthcare & Community DoLS Application Training
Build Confidence in CHC Application, Funding & Review Processes
Our focused training sessions guide nurses through the end-to-end CHC application process, including screening, MDTs, the DST, decision-making, reviews and appeals.
We also provide practical guidance on Community DoLS applications, capacity assessments and best-interest decision-making to help you navigate these complex legal frameworks.
Training is designed to be accessible, highly relevant and directly applicable to real-world CHC practice, whether you are working in the community, acute care or care homes.
CHC Events, Seminars & Networking Meet-Ups
Stay Current with CHC Policy Changes and Best Practice
The CHC Nurses Agency Network runs regular events, workshops and online seminars focused on Continuing Healthcare, complex care and agency nursing.
These events offer opportunities to learn about new CHC guidance, case law, policy changes and best practice, while connecting with other CHC nurses and sector experts.
Our meet-ups help build lasting professional relationships and friendships, making it easier to share knowledge, find support and progress your career in CHC.
Expert Case Management & CHC Practice Support
Supporting Professional Case Management in CHC
Helping Nurses Coordinate Complex Care Effectively
Many members of our network work as CHC case managers or in roles that involve complex case coordination across multiple professionals and services.
Through our community, events and consultancy, we share tools, templates and practical approaches for effective case management, documentation and multidisciplinary working.
Our aim is to support you to deliver safe, person-centred, well-coordinated care for individuals with complex, CHC-funded needs.
Why Join the CHC Nurses Agency Network?
A Network Run by Nurses, for Nurses
Our community is built and led by nurses who understand the realities of CHC and agency nursing – from demanding caseloads to shifting policies and emotional strain.
This means our support, training and advice are grounded in real-life practice, not theory alone, and are tailored to what CHC nurses actually need day to day.
Professional Growth, Career Development & Wellbeing
The CHC Nurses Agency Network is designed to help you develop your career, expand your knowledge and protect your wellbeing as a CHC professional.
By joining, you gain access to specialist CHC learning, peer support, networking, mentoring opportunities and a community that genuinely understands your work.
Support for Organisations Working in CHC
We also partner with care providers, commissioners and healthcare organisations to enhance their CHC-related services, quality and compliance.
Through consultancy, training and support with care planning and transitions, we help organisations deliver safer, more consistent CHC-funded care and improve outcomes for the people they support.
How to Join the CHC Nurses Agency Network
We welcome new members who are actively working, or interested in working, within NHS Continuing Healthcare, complex care or agency nursing.
Once you join, you will be invited into our private social media groups, online forums and events where you can start connecting with CHC colleagues straight away.
Membership gives you immediate access to shared professional insights, peer support and information about upcoming training, workshops and networking opportunities.
Get in Touch with CHC Nurses Agency Network
If you are ready to join a supportive CHC nursing community, enhance your knowledge and connect with like-minded professionals, we would love to hear from you.
Contact the CHC Nurses Agency Network today via our website or preferred contact channels to find out more about membership, training and consultancy options.
Our team and community are here to support you all year round, helping you deliver safe, high-quality CHC care while building a sustainable and rewarding nursing career.
Frequently Asked Questions
- What is the CHC Nurses Agency Network? The CHC Nurses Agency Network is a professional community and consultancy service for nurses and healthcare professionals working in NHS Continuing Healthcare, complex care and agency nursing.
- Who can join the network? Any registered nurse or healthcare professional with an interest in CHC, complex care or agency work is welcome to apply to join our network.
- Is the CHC Nurses Agency Network only for UK nurses? Our focus is on UK Continuing Healthcare practice, so most members are UK-based, but overseas professionals with an interest in CHC are also welcome.
- Do you offer CHC training courses? Yes, we provide specialist training on CHC eligibility, assessments, care planning, funding, reviews and Community DoLS processes.
- Are your social media groups private and confidential? Yes, our groups are invite-only, moderated and designed to be safe spaces for professional discussion and peer support.
- Can you help organisations prepare for CQC inspections? We offer pre-CQC quality reviews and CHC-focused consultancy to help organisations strengthen their policies, documentation and care delivery.
- Do you support care planning for people with learning disabilities? Yes, we work with providers and professionals to develop person-centred care and support plans for individuals with learning disabilities and complex needs.
- How often do you run CHC events and networking sessions? We run regular online and in-person events, workshops and networking meet-ups throughout the year.
- Is there a cost to join the CHC Nurses Agency Network? Membership, training and consultancy options vary, so please contact us directly for current details on fees and available packages.
- How do I get started? Simply contact us through our website or listed contact details, and we will guide you through the process of joining the network or booking training and consultancy.
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