CHC Nurses Agency Network: CHC Training, Support & Events

CHC Nurses Agency Network provides specialist NHS Continuing Healthcare (CHC) training, consultancy, case management and a private community for agency nurses across the UK. Access expert CHC assessments guidance, CQC-ready support, LD-focused practice, events and peer networking. Join over 500 CHC nurses to strengthen compliance, confidence and patient outcomes.

CHC Nurses Agency Network: Specialist CHC Nursing Support, Training & Community

Connecting, supporting and developing Continuing Healthcare (CHC) agency nurses across the UK

The CHC Nurses Agency Network is a specialist community and consultancy dedicated to Continuing Healthcare (CHC) nurses and healthcare organisations throughout the UK. We combine expert CHC training, consultancy and case management support with a strong professional network that helps nurses grow their careers, share knowledge and improve patient outcomes.

As experienced CHC nurses ourselves, we understand the pressures of agency work, the complexity of NHS Continuing Healthcare assessments and the challenge of staying compliant with evolving regulations. Our mission is to make that easier – by offering expert CHC guidance, peer support, and high‑quality learning opportunities for nurses and providers.

What Is the CHC Nurses Agency Network?

The CHC Nurses Agency Network is a private, invite-only community of over 500 Continuing Healthcare agency nurses across the UK. Through our confidential social media groups, live events and online resources, members can connect, collaborate and access support 24/7.

It is a safe space where CHC professionals can discuss complex cases, share best practice, ask questions and debrief with people who truly understand the demands of CHC nursing.

Why Join a Specialist CHC Agency Nursing Network?

  • Professional understanding: Only another CHC nurse fully understands the pressures of tight deadlines, complex eligibility decisions and multidisciplinary working.
  • Career development: Gain knowledge, skills and confidence in CHC through shared learning, training and peer support.
  • Community and wellbeing: Reduce isolation in agency work by building lasting friendships and a strong support system.
  • Access to expertise: Tap into the experience of hundreds of CHC nurses and senior CHC practitioners.

Comprehensive CHC Training for Nurses & Healthcare Professionals

Specialist training in NHS Continuing Healthcare assessments

We provide focused CHC training programmes designed to give nurses and healthcare professionals a clear, practical understanding of the Continuing Healthcare process. Our courses cover:

  • CHC eligibility criteria and the Decision Support Tool (DST)
  • Initial checklists and full CHC assessments
  • Care planning for complex health needs
  • CHC funding pathways and appeals

Training is delivered by experienced CHC nurses who use real case studies and scenarios to build confidence, accuracy and clinical reasoning in CHC practice.

Regulatory compliance and CHC best practice

Our CHC courses also emphasise regulatory compliance and up-to-date guidance, including:

  • Current National Framework for NHS Continuing Healthcare
  • Documentation standards and robust clinical evidence
  • Safeguarding, consent and capacity considerations
  • Meeting expectations of the Care Quality Commission (CQC) and ICBs

Benefits of our CHC training

  • Greater accuracy and consistency in CHC eligibility assessments
  • Improved confidence in CHC documentation and evidence building
  • Clearer understanding of complex funding and appeals pathways
  • Stronger compliance with professional and regulatory standards

Specialised Consultancy Services for Healthcare Organisations

CHC consultancy and service improvement

We support commissioners, providers and agencies with CHC consultancy tailored to their operational needs. Our consultancy can include:

  • Reviewing CHC processes, pathways and documentation
  • Auditing CHC assessments and care plans for quality and compliance
  • Coaching staff in complex CHC decision-making
  • Providing guidance on CHC funding disputes and appeals

Pre-CQC readiness and quality assurance

Preparing for CQC inspections can be stressful, particularly for organisations delivering complex CHC packages. We offer pre-CQC assessment support to help you:

  • Review care records and risk assessments for CHC patients
  • Identify gaps in policies, training and documentation
  • Align practice with CQC Key Lines of Enquiry (KLOEs)
  • Develop action plans to strengthen quality and safety

Our goal is to help you demonstrate safe, effective, person-centred care for individuals funded by Continuing Healthcare.

Support with transitions in care

Transitions between care settings – such as hospital to home or care home – are particularly high risk for patients with complex health needs. We offer specialist transition planning and advisory support to help providers and families:

  • Plan safe discharges and handovers for CHC-funded patients
  • Ensure clear communication between services and agencies
  • Maintain continuity of care and risk management
  • Prioritise dignity, choice and patient experience

Person-Centred CHC Support for People with Learning Disabilities

Specialist expertise in Learning Disabilities and CHC

Many of our network members have significant experience in Learning Disabilities (LD) and complex CHC packages. We support providers to deliver person-centred, rights-based care by:

  • Developing comprehensive, individualised care and support plans
  • Working with families, advocates and multidisciplinary teams
  • Balancing clinical needs with independence, choice and control
  • Embedding positive behaviour support and evidence-based practice

This approach enhances quality of life, safety and outcomes for people with learning disabilities who are eligible for NHS Continuing Healthcare.

Expert CHC Case Management and Clinical Oversight

Holistic case management for CHC-eligible individuals

Through our network of skilled CHC nurses, we can support case management and clinical oversight of complex packages, with a focus on:

  • Developing bespoke, holistic care plans
  • Coordinating multi-agency input and reviews
  • Monitoring clinical risk, outcomes and quality indicators
  • Supporting families to navigate the CHC system

Our aim is to ensure care is safe, consistent, person-centred and sustainable for every individual.

Resource optimisation and compliance

We help organisations and families use resources effectively while staying fully compliant with CHC requirements, by:

  • Streamlining processes and reducing duplication
  • Clarifying responsibilities between providers and commissioners
  • Ensuring documentation and reviews meet legal and regulatory standards
  • Highlighting opportunities to improve efficiency without compromising care

Our CHC Agency Nurses Community & Events

A supportive, confidential network for CHC nurses

The CHC Nurses Agency Network is more than a consultancy – it is an active professional community. We host several private, invite-only social media groups where CHC nurses:

  • Share professional issues and clinical questions 24/7/365
  • Offer peer support, advice and encouragement
  • Debrief after challenging cases or difficult days
  • Build friendships that often last for many years

New members are warmly welcomed and quickly become part of a trusted network of CHC agency professionals across the UK.

Regular CHC events, workshops and networking

We run regular online and in-person events to bring our community together and keep knowledge up to date, including:

  • CHC workshops and masterclasses
  • Clinical discussion groups and case reviews
  • Informal meet-ups and networking events
  • Webinars on policy updates and best practice

These events help CHC nurses stay current, connected and confident in their practice.

Who We Work With

  • Agency CHC nurses seeking community, guidance and CPD opportunities
  • Registered nurses looking to move into CHC roles
  • Nursing agencies that place CHC nurses and want to strengthen quality and compliance
  • Care providers delivering CHC-funded packages at home or in care settings
  • Commissioners and ICBs looking for expert CHC clinical input and service improvement

Why Choose CHC Nurses Agency Network?

Experienced CHC professionals

Our trainers, consultants and community leaders are seasoned CHC nurses with extensive frontline and management experience in Continuing Healthcare, clinical practice and regulation.

Specialist focus on Continuing Healthcare

We work exclusively in the field of NHS Continuing Healthcare, giving us deep, up-to-date knowledge of CHC processes, funding, appeals and complex care management.

Personalised and results-driven support

Whether you are an individual nurse or a healthcare organisation, we tailor our training, consultancy and case support to your unique needs, with clear, practical recommendations that drive measurable improvements.

Strong, active professional community

Unlike traditional consultancies, we provide ongoing peer support and networking so CHC nurses never feel alone in challenging roles and can keep learning from each other.

Join the CHC Nurses Agency Network

If you are a CHC agency nurse, healthcare professional or organisation involved in Continuing Healthcare, the CHC Nurses Agency Network is here to support you.

Join us to:

  • Access expert CHC training and guidance
  • Connect with a trusted network of over 500 CHC agency nurses
  • Improve quality, compliance and confidence in CHC practice
  • Enhance patient outcomes and professional wellbeing

Contact us today to discuss membership, training, consultancy or CHC case support, and discover how the CHC Nurses Agency Network can help you and your organisation deliver safer, better, more consistent Continuing Healthcare.

FAQs About CHC Nurses Agency Network

  1. What is the CHC Nurses Agency Network? It is a specialist UK-wide community and consultancy for NHS Continuing Healthcare (CHC) agency nurses and organisations.
  2. Who can join the network? Registered nurses working in, or moving into, CHC roles and agencies or providers involved in CHC-funded care can join.
  3. Is the network only for agency nurses? Our core focus is agency CHC nurses, but we also support permanent CHC nurses, agencies and care providers.
  4. What type of CHC training do you offer? We offer training on CHC eligibility, checklists, DSTs, documentation, funding pathways and regulatory compliance.
  5. Do you help with CHC funding appeals? Yes, we can advise on CHC appeals processes, documentation and evidence to support robust cases.
  6. Are your social media groups confidential? Yes, our groups are private, invite-only spaces for CHC professionals to share issues securely.
  7. Do you run in-person events? We run a mix of in-person meet-ups and online workshops, webinars and networking sessions.
  8. Can organisations book you for consultancy? Yes, we provide tailored CHC consultancy for agencies, care providers and commissioners.
  9. Do you support care for people with learning disabilities under CHC? Yes, many of our members specialise in complex CHC packages for people with learning disabilities and behaviour that challenges.
  10. How do I get in touch to find out more? You can contact us via our website or email to discuss membership, training or CHC support services.

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