CHC Nurses Agency Network – Specialist Continuing Healthcare Nursing Support & Community
The UK’s Dedicated Continuing Healthcare (CHC) Agency Nurses Network
The CHC Nurses Agency Network is a UK-based professional community and specialist support service for Continuing Healthcare (CHC) agency nurses, CHC assessors and healthcare organisations. We connect nurses with expert-led CHC training, consultancy, resources and events, while providing a private, supportive network where professionals can share knowledge, discuss cases and develop their careers in CHC nursing.
We understand that only another nurse truly understands the pressures, complexity and responsibility involved in CHC and complex care. Our network has been created by nurses, for nurses – to make working in CHC easier, safer and more professionally rewarding.
Our Mission, Vision & Values
Our mission is to raise standards in NHS Continuing Healthcare by supporting CHC agency nurses with specialist education, guidance and peer support. We value integrity, clinical excellence, confidentiality and mutual respect – ensuring every member of our network has access to trustworthy advice and a safe space to talk about professional issues.
We work with experienced CHC nurses, clinical leads and healthcare specialists who are passionate about improving patient outcomes, CHC decision-making and inter-agency working across the UK.
Why Join the CHC Nurses Agency Network?
- Access a private network of over 500 CHC agency nursing professionals across the UK.
- Receive specialist CHC training and CPD on assessments, DSTs, appeals and funding pathways.
- Join invite-only, confidential social media groups to discuss real-world CHC issues 24/7/365.
- Build lasting professional relationships and friendships with like-minded CHC nurses.
- Stay updated on NHS CHC policy, frameworks, CQC expectations and best practice.
- Access consultancy support for providers, case managers and commissioning teams.
- Attend regular in-person and online events, workshops and networking sessions.
- Improve your confidence, clinical reasoning and documentation skills in CHC practice.
What Is the CHC Nurses Agency Network?
A Specialist Community for CHC Agency Nurses
The CHC Nurses Agency Network is first and foremost a supportive professional community. Our members are CHC agency nurses, independent CHC assessors, case managers and nurses working across NHS, private and community settings involved in CHC processes.
Through our confidential, invite-only online groups, members share daily experiences, discuss CHC cases, explore complex eligibility decisions and help each other navigate the realities of Continuing Healthcare work.
A Safe Space for Real Nursing Conversations
We openly discuss professional challenges, ethical dilemmas, documentation issues and inter-agency pressures that are part of CHC nursing. Because our groups are strictly private and moderated, nurses can talk honestly, seek advice and avoid feeling professionally isolated.
Regular Events, Meet-Ups & CPD Opportunities
We run regular events to bring our community together, both online and in person. These include CHC-focused workshops, Q&A sessions, case discussions, training days and informal networking meet-ups.
Building Long-Term Professional Connections
Many nurses in our network not only collaborate professionally but also become long-term friends. Members often stay connected for years, supporting each other as they move between agencies, ICBs, case management roles and advanced CHC positions.
Core Services & Support from CHC Nurses Agency Network
Continuing Healthcare (CHC) Training for Nurses & Teams
We offer specialist Continuing Healthcare training tailored for agency nurses, CHC teams, care providers and case managers. Our training covers the full CHC pathway – from screening to appeals – with a strong focus on real-world practice.
What Our CHC Training Covers
- Understanding the National Framework for NHS Continuing Healthcare.
- Completing and interpreting the Checklist and Decision Support Tool (DST).
- Evidence gathering, clinical justification, and robust documentation.
- Best practice in multidisciplinary team (MDT) working and decision-making.
- Appeals, disputes, local resolution and Independent Review Panels (IRPs).
- Working effectively as an agency nurse within CHC processes.
Our courses are suitable for new CHC nurses, experienced practitioners and whole teams looking to refresh or deepen their knowledge.
Community DoLS & Legal Considerations in CHC
We provide targeted training and guidance on Deprivation of Liberty Safeguards (DoLS) and community restrictions in the context of Continuing Healthcare and complex care packages.
Supporting Safe, Lawful Community Practice
Our sessions help nurses and providers understand legal frameworks, application processes, documentation standards and how DoLS or its successors interface with CHC-funded care in the community.
Support for Transitions of Care within CHC
Transitions between hospital, community, care homes and domiciliary care are critical in CHC-funded packages. We support nurses and organisations involved in planning and managing safe, person-centred transitions for CHC-eligible individuals.
How We Help with CHC-Related Care Transitions
We share best practice on coordinating MDT working, communication with families, risk management, escalation routes and maintaining continuity of care when CHC packages start, end or change.
Consultancy for CHC Providers & Organisations
Beyond individual nurses, we also support care providers, agencies and commissioning bodies with advisory and consultancy services related to CHC and complex care.
Examples of Our Consultancy Support
- Reviewing and improving CHC-related documentation and care plans.
- Supporting CQC readiness around CHC-funded care and clinical governance.
- Guidance on staff training needs, clinical competencies and skill mix for CHC packages.
- Advising on best practice in risk assessments, escalation and safeguarding.
Professional Growth, Wellbeing & Peer Support
Making CHC Nursing More Sustainable
CHC nursing can be emotionally and mentally demanding. Through our network, we aim to reduce isolation, burnout and stress by giving nurses a place to talk honestly with people who “get it”.
Day-to-Day Peer Support
Our confidential groups are active 24-7-365, meaning you can get peer input on complex decisions, share good practice, debrief after challenging days and celebrate wins with colleagues who understand your role.
Career Development in CHC Nursing
We help CHC agency nurses explore new roles, from advanced practitioner and clinical lead positions to case management, commissioning and independent consultancy. Members share insights about opportunities, interview preparation, and how to build a long-term, sustainable career in CHC.
Join the CHC Nurses Agency Network
We welcome new members who work in, or are interested in, NHS Continuing Healthcare, fast-track, Funded Nursing Care (FNC) and complex community packages. Whether you are an experienced CHC nurse, just starting in the field, or a provider working closely with CHC teams, there is a place for you in our network.
Membership includes access to our private social media groups, professional events, training opportunities and ongoing peer support. Many of our members say that joining the CHC Nurses Agency Network has been a turning point in how they feel about their work in CHC.
To find out more, get in touch via our website or social channels and request an invitation to join our community.
Frequently Asked Questions (FAQs)
- What is the CHC Nurses Agency Network? It is a UK-based professional community and support network for nurses and professionals working in NHS Continuing Healthcare (CHC) and complex care.
- Who can join the CHC Nurses Agency Network? Any nurse or healthcare professional involved in CHC, FNC, fast-track or complex community care can request to join.
- Is the network only for agency nurses? No, while many members are agency nurses, we also welcome CHC assessors, case managers and other CHC professionals.
- Do you offer CHC training and CPD? Yes, we provide specialist CHC training on assessments, DSTs, appeals, documentation and best practice.
- Are your social media groups private? Yes, all groups are invite-only, strictly moderated and confidential to protect members and patient-related discussions.
- Do you run in-person events? Yes, we run a mix of online and in-person events, including workshops, networking sessions and CHC-focused study days.
- Can organisations work with you for consultancy? Yes, we support care providers, agencies and teams with CHC-related consultancy, training and advisory services.
- Is there support for new CHC nurses? Absolutely, our network is ideal for nurses new to CHC who want guidance, mentoring and peer support.
- Do you help with DoLS and legal aspects of CHC? Yes, we offer training and guidance on DoLS, community restrictions and legal considerations around CHC-funded care.
- How do I join the CHC Nurses Agency Network? Simply contact us via our website or social media to request more information and an invitation to join our private groups.