CHC Nurses Agency Network: Community, Support & Training for UK Agency Nurses
A Dedicated Network for CHC Agency Nurses Across the UK
The CHC Nurses Agency Network is a specialist community created by and for nurses working within Continuing Healthcare (CHC) and complex care across the UK. We bring together agency nurses, independent practitioners and CHC professionals to share knowledge, build connections and navigate the pressures of modern nursing practice.
Only nurses truly understand the realities of the job — the emotional, physical and regulatory pressures that come with delivering safe, person-centred care. Our network offers a safe, confidential space for CHC agency nurses to ask questions, share experiences and support one another, 24/7/365, through our invite-only social media groups and regular in-person and online events.
Whether you are an experienced CHC nurse or new to the field, the CHC Nurses Agency Network helps you grow professionally, stay informed and feel less isolated in your role. Many of our members form lasting friendships and professional partnerships that support them throughout their careers.
What Is the CHC Nurses Agency Network?
The CHC Nurses Agency Network is a professional community and resource hub for agency nurses working in NHS Continuing Healthcare, community DOLs, complex care, and related fields. We connect a core network of around 500 CHC agency nursing professionals who collaborate, problem-solve and share updates in real time.
Our mission is to improve CHC practice and patient outcomes by supporting the nurses delivering care on the front line. We do this by offering peer support, specialist information, informal mentoring and access to high-quality CHC-focused education and events.
Core Benefits of Joining the CHC Nurses Agency Network
1. A Supportive Community of CHC Agency Nurses
Our network is a place to relax, debrief and connect with other nurses who understand the realities of CHC work. Members stay in touch daily via private, confidential, invite-only social media groups, sharing clinical insights, regulatory updates and emotional support.
From discussing difficult cases (without breaching confidentiality) to exploring new opportunities, the CHC Nurses Agency Network gives you a trusted peer group that “gets it” — helping to reduce professional isolation and burnout.
2. Professional Networking & Career Development
We actively support the professional growth of CHC agency nurses by facilitating introductions, sharing opportunities and encouraging collaboration across different agencies and sectors. Many nurses in our network have found new roles, projects and long-term professional partnerships through our community.
Because we focus specifically on CHC and complex community care, you gain access to colleagues with deep expertise in areas such as eligibility, panel preparation, community DOL applications and complex case management.
3. Regular Events, Meet-Ups & Learning Sessions
The CHC Nurses Agency Network runs regular CHC-focused events — both online and face-to-face — to keep our community connected and informed. These include workshops, seminars, Q&A sessions, networking evenings and informal socials designed to support both your professional and personal wellbeing.
Events cover topics such as CHC assessments, funding processes, care planning, legal updates and best practice in community DOLs, as well as broader issues like resilience, stress management and work–life balance for agency nurses.
4. Specialist Focus on Continuing Healthcare (CHC)
CHC is complex, constantly evolving and often misunderstood. Our network brings together nurses who work daily with CHC frameworks, assessments and case reviews, enabling you to stay ahead of policy changes, commissioning trends and local variations in practice.
Members regularly share experiences of Multidisciplinary Team (MDT) meetings, Decision Support Tools (DSTs), appeals, fast-track funding and community DOL applications, offering practical, real-world insights you can apply immediately in your own role.
Key Areas of Support & Expertise
Continuing Healthcare (CHC) Practice & Application
The CHC Nurses Agency Network helps members deepen their knowledge of CHC eligibility, assessments and care planning. Through peer discussion and shared resources, you can:
- Increase confidence in applying the National Framework for NHS Continuing Healthcare
- Better understand CHC decision-making, evidence gathering and documentation
- Explore how CHC funding links with community, domiciliary and care home placements
- Learn from real-life experiences of appeals, reviews and complex cases
Community Deprivation of Liberty (DOL) & Legal Awareness
Many CHC nurses are involved in care where liberty-restricting practices must be managed safely and lawfully. Within our network, members discuss:
- Community DOL applications and practical considerations for frontline nurses
- How to support best-interest decision-making in complex community settings
- Balancing safety, least restrictive practice and individual rights
- Where to find up-to-date guidance and professional support
Complex Care & Person-Centred Support Planning
Agency nurses in CHC often manage highly complex, long-term conditions in community and residential environments. The CHC Nurses Agency Network provides a forum to explore best practice in:
- Complex care planning and risk assessment
- Person-centred support for individuals with learning disabilities, autism, dementia and neurological conditions
- Multidisciplinary working with families, commissioners and providers
- Promoting independence, dignity and quality of life
Ongoing Peer Support, 24/7/365
Our private social media groups operate around the clock, providing a space where CHC agency nurses can raise questions, share guidance and talk openly about professional challenges in a safe environment.
Between our core network of around 500 CHC agency nursing professionals, we openly discuss:
- Day-to-day professional issues and practical dilemmas
- Changes to local and national CHC processes
- Agency working conditions, expectations and boundaries
- Self-care, resilience and managing the emotional impact of CHC work
This continuous, real-time support helps you feel connected, informed and empowered in your role — even when working independently or on challenging shifts.
Why Join the CHC Nurses Agency Network?
Built by Nurses, for Nurses
Our network is run by people who understand the realities of agency nursing and CHC practice. We know how demanding, rewarding and isolating this work can be — and we have created a supportive community to make your professional life easier.
A Relaxed Yet Professional Environment
The CHC Nurses Agency Network is a place to relax, talk honestly and be yourself, while still maintaining a strong focus on clinical quality and professional standards. Many members say it feels like having a team around them, even when working alone in the community.
Long-Term Friendships & Connections
Members of our network not only build professional connections — they often become friends for life. Shared experiences, mutual support and regular contact mean relationships continue for many years, regardless of role changes or agency moves.
Focused on Quality Care & Better Outcomes
Everything we do is ultimately about improving patient care and outcomes in CHC and complex community settings. By supporting, educating and connecting nurses, we contribute to safer, more consistent and more person-centred care across the UK.
Who Can Join the CHC Nurses Agency Network?
We welcome new members who are:
- Registered nurses working through agencies in CHC, complex care or community settings
- Nurses interested in moving into Continuing Healthcare roles
- Independent nurse consultants or case managers working with CHC-funded clients
- Nurses working with community DOLs, complex LD, mental health or long-term conditions
If you are involved in or interested in CHC, complex community care or related areas, you are very welcome to join our private social media groups and attend our events.
How to Join the CHC Nurses Agency Network
Joining the CHC Nurses Agency Network is simple. To get started:
- Contact us via our website or contact page to express your interest in joining.
- We will provide details of our private, invite-only social media groups and upcoming events.
- Once added, you can begin connecting with other CHC agency nurses straight away.
From day one, you will gain access to a rich pool of expertise, shared resources, peer support and friendship that can transform your experience of agency nursing.
Get Involved Today
If you are an agency nurse working in Continuing Healthcare or complex community care, the CHC Nurses Agency Network is here to support you. Join us to expand your knowledge, grow your professional network, share challenges and celebrate successes with colleagues who truly understand your work.
Contact us today to learn more about how to join our network, access our confidential groups and attend our next CHC-focused event.
Frequently Asked Questions (FAQs)
- What is the CHC Nurses Agency Network? The CHC Nurses Agency Network is a professional community for UK agency nurses working in Continuing Healthcare and complex community care.
- Who can join the CHC Nurses Agency Network? Registered nurses involved in CHC, complex care, community DOLs or related roles through agencies or independently can join.
- Is there a cost to join the CHC Nurses Agency Network? Membership details, including any fees, are provided when you contact us to express your interest.
- How do I access the private social media groups? Once you join, we will send you secure, invite-only links to our confidential social media groups.
- What kind of events does the network run? We run CHC-focused workshops, webinars, networking sessions and informal meet-ups online and in person.
- How many nurses are currently in the CHC Nurses Agency Network? Our core network includes around 500 CHC agency nursing professionals across the UK.
- Can I get CHC practice advice from other members? Yes, members regularly share practical CHC insights, experiences and peer support while respecting confidentiality.
- Will joining the network help my nursing career? Many members use the network to develop professionally, learn about CHC, and access new opportunities and collaborations.
- Is the CHC Nurses Agency Network only for NHS staff? No, we welcome agency nurses and independent practitioners working in NHS, private and community CHC settings.
- How do I contact the CHC Nurses Agency Network? You can reach us via the contact details on our website to request more information and membership access.