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CHC Nurses Agency Network: Specialist Support for CHC Nurses & Healthcare Providers
A Professional Network for CHC Agency Nurses, Training, and Consultancy
The CHC Nurses Agency Network is a specialist community and consultancy dedicated to Continuing Healthcare (CHC) nurses and healthcare organisations across the UK. We connect agency nurses, provide expert CHC training, offer CQC preparation support, and deliver consultancy services that raise standards of care and compliance in all CHC settings.
Built by nurses for nurses, our network is a place to relax, connect, learn, and grow. With a core community of around 500 CHC agency nursing professionals, we offer a confidential space to share professional issues 24/7/365 through invite-only social media groups, online forums, and regular in-person and virtual events.
Join a Supportive Community of CHC Agency Nurses
A Network Where CHC Nurses Truly Understand Each Other
Only another nurse fully understands the emotional and physical demands of nursing—especially within Continuing Healthcare. The CHC Nurses Agency Network brings together nurses who share similar roles, pressures, and responsibilities, creating a safe, understanding space to talk openly about work, life, and wellbeing.
Many nurses in our network become long-term friends and professional allies, supporting each other through career changes, difficult cases, and everyday challenges in CHC practice.
Private Social Media Groups & Ongoing Peer Support
Members are invited to join our confidential, invite-only social media groups, where CHC agency nurses share real-time advice, updates, and professional reflections every day of the year. These groups help you:
- Get instant peer support around challenging CHC cases and assessments
- Discuss CHC funding, eligibility decisions, and appeals
- Share best practice, tools, and templates for documentation and care planning
- Stay updated on policy and regulatory changes affecting CHC nursing
- Feel less isolated when working across multiple agencies and settings
Regular CHC Events, Learning Sessions & Networking
Workshops, Webinars & In-Person Meetups
We run a programme of CHC-focused events, including workshops, online webinars, and informal meetups designed to keep nurses informed, confident, and connected. Topics typically include:
- Updates on National Framework for NHS Continuing Healthcare
- Best practice in Decision Support Tool (DST) completion
- Care planning and documentation for CHC-funded packages
- Community Deprivation of Liberty (DoL) applications and legal frameworks
- Wellbeing, resilience, and work–life balance for agency nurses
Building Your Professional Profile & Career Path
Our events are an opportunity not just to learn, but to build your professional network within CHC. You can meet fellow agency nurses, senior clinicians, CHC assessors, case managers, and service leads, helping you to:
- Explore new CHC roles and career options
- Gain visibility with potential employers and commissioners
- Share your expertise as a speaker or mentor
- Develop your CV through ongoing CPD-accredited training
Expert CHC Training & Professional Development
Specialist Training in NHS Continuing Healthcare (CHC)
The CHC Nurses Agency Network provides specialist CHC training programmes tailored for agency nurses, independent practitioners, and healthcare organisations. Our courses are delivered by experienced CHC nurses and practitioners who understand both frontline practice and regulatory requirements.
Core training areas include:
- Foundations of NHS Continuing Healthcare and Funded Nursing Care
- Completing and interpreting Checklists and Decision Support Tools (DSTs)
- CHC eligibility criteria and decision-making processes
- Care planning, reviews, and dispute resolution in CHC
- Community DoL (Deprivation of Liberty) application processes and safeguards
Improving Confidence, Compliance & Quality of Care
Our training is designed to boost your confidence, ensure regulatory compliance, and improve the quality and safety of CHC care packages. We focus on practical, real-world scenarios so nurses can immediately apply what they learn in:
- Home care and community settings
- Nursing and residential homes
- Hospitals and step-down units
- Specialist LD and complex care environments
Whether you are new to CHC or an experienced practitioner, our CPD-friendly courses help you stay current in a constantly evolving sector.
Consultancy & Support for Healthcare Organisations
Pre-CQC Assessment and Compliance Support
In addition to supporting individual nurses, CHC Nurses Agency Network works with providers and organisations to prepare for Care Quality Commission (CQC) inspections and internal audits. Our experienced CHC and clinical consultants can:
- Review policies, procedures, and clinical documentation
- Assess CHC-related care planning and risk management
- Identify gaps in compliance and governance
- Provide tailored action plans to raise quality and safety
This proactive approach helps organisations achieve stronger inspection outcomes while ensuring patients receive safe, effective, person-centred care.
CHC Case Management & Complex Care Consultancy
Our network includes highly skilled CHC case managers who can support organisations with complex cases, transitions of care, and multi-agency coordination. This includes:
- Supporting CHC assessments, reviews, and appeals
- Coordinating care across multiple providers and disciplines
- Advising on safe hospital discharge and community placement
- Optimising use of resources while maintaining high-quality care
With a deep understanding of CHC funding pathways and legal responsibilities, we help providers deliver legally compliant, person-centred care that upholds both clinical and regulatory standards.
Specialist Support for Learning Disabilities in CHC
Person-Centred Care Plans for People with Learning Disabilities
Many CHC-funded individuals live with Learning Disabilities (LD) and complex needs. The CHC Nurses Agency Network supports nurses and organisations in developing person-centred care and support plans that promote independence, safety, dignity, and quality of life.
We help nurses apply evidence-based approaches that respect individual preferences, communication needs, and behaviour support plans, ensuring each person’s unique strengths and challenges are fully understood and supported.
Evidence-Based Practice & Legal Safeguards
Our LD-focused guidance is grounded in current best practice, legislation, and human rights principles. We support nurses to:
- Apply the Mental Capacity Act and DoLS/DoL safeguards correctly
- Recognise restrictive practices and reduce them wherever possible
- Promote positive behaviour support and risk-enabling practice
- Work collaboratively with families, advocates, and multidisciplinary teams
Seamless Care Transitions & CHC Pathways
Supporting Safe Transitions Between Care Settings
Transitions—such as moving from hospital to home, or between providers—carry significant risk for CHC patients. Through our consultancy and peer network, we help nurses and organisations plan safe, well-coordinated transitions that maintain continuity of care and reduce avoidable readmissions.
We support robust communication, clear care plans, and shared risk management so that patients and families experience smooth, well-managed changes in care.
Optimising CHC Pathways & Funding Processes
We share tools, training, and guidance to help nurses navigate the full CHC pathway effectively—from screening and eligibility to reviews, appeals, and joint-funding arrangements. Understanding these processes helps:
- Protect patient rights and access to appropriate funding
- Reduce delays and disputes in CHC decisions
- Improve documentation and clinical rationale for eligibility
- Strengthen collaboration between NHS, social care, and providers
Why Join the CHC Nurses Agency Network?
The CHC Nurses Agency Network combines the power of a supportive peer community with specialist CHC training and consultancy. As a member or partner organisation, you gain access to:
- A core network of around 500 CHC agency nurses sharing real-world experience
- Private, confidential groups for 24/7 professional discussion and support
- Regular events, webinars, and workshops focused on CHC practice
- Expert training in CHC, community DoL, LD support, and CQC compliance
- Consultancy services to strengthen quality, safety, and regulatory performance
Our mission is to empower CHC nurses and healthcare providers to deliver safe, compassionate, and legally sound care—while also supporting nurse wellbeing, professional development, and long-term career growth.
How to Get Involved
If you are a CHC agency nurse, an independent practitioner, or a healthcare organisation working within NHS Continuing Healthcare, we welcome you to connect with us.
- Join our private social media groups for ongoing peer support
- Register for our training programmes and events
- Enquire about consultancy support for your service or team
- Stay connected with a community that understands CHC from the inside out
Contact the CHC Nurses Agency Network today to discuss membership, training, or consultancy options and discover how we can support you in delivering outstanding CHC care.
Frequently Asked Questions (FAQs)
- What is the CHC Nurses Agency Network? The CHC Nurses Agency Network is a professional community and consultancy supporting nurses and organisations involved in NHS Continuing Healthcare across the UK.
- Who can join the CHC Nurses Agency Network? Any nurse working in or interested in CHC, including agency nurses, independent practitioners, and employed staff, can request to join our network.
- Is membership to the social media groups confidential? Yes, our invite-only groups are private and moderated to protect confidentiality and maintain a safe professional space.
- Do you offer CHC-specific training for nurses? Yes, we provide specialist training on CHC eligibility, DST completion, care planning, reviews, appeals, and community DoL processes.
- Can organisations use your services to prepare for CQC inspections? Yes, we offer pre-CQC assessments, documentation reviews, and action plans to help services demonstrate safe, effective, person-centred care.
- Do you support care for people with Learning Disabilities under CHC? We provide guidance and consultancy on person-centred LD care plans, legal safeguards, and best practice in CHC-funded LD services.
- Are your events and workshops open to non-members? Many of our events are open to both members and non-members, although members often receive priority access and discounted rates.
- Can you help with complex CHC case management? Yes, our network includes experienced CHC case managers who support complex cases, transitions, and multi-agency coordination.
- Do you work with large healthcare providers and small agencies? Our consultancy and training services are scalable and tailored for organisations of all sizes, including large providers and small agencies.
- How do I contact the CHC Nurses Agency Network? You can get in touch via our website contact form, email, or phone to ask about membership, training, or consultancy support.
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