CHC Nurses Agency Network: Community, Training & Support for Continuing Healthcare Nurses
A Dedicated UK Network for CHC Agency Nurses & Healthcare Organisations
The CHC Nurses Agency Network is a specialist community and consultancy service for Continuing Healthcare (CHC) agency nurses and healthcare providers across the UK. We bring together experienced CHC professionals, offer expert-led training, and provide practical support to help nurses and organisations deliver safe, compliant and person-centred care.
Built by nurses, for nurses, our network is a place to relax, connect and grow professionally. Only another nurse truly understands the intensity, responsibility and emotional load that comes with nursing – which is why our peer support and confidential networking groups are at the heart of what we do.
Whether you are an individual CHC nurse, a care provider, or an organisation preparing for inspections, the CHC Nurses Agency Network gives you access to CHC training, consultancy, case management guidance, learning disability (LD) care planning and a strong community that shares knowledge 24/7/365.
What Is the CHC Nurses Agency Network?
The CHC Nurses Agency Network is a growing community of around 500 CHC agency nursing professionals connected through private, invite-only social media groups and regular online and in-person events.
We:
- Support nurses working in NHS Continuing Healthcare, community nursing and complex care roles.
- Provide a safe, confidential space to discuss professional challenges, practice issues and complex cases.
- Offer expert CHC training, guidance and consultancy to nurses and healthcare organisations.
- Help members build long-term professional relationships and friendships that often last for many years.
Our mission is to make working in CHC safer, more supported and more sustainable by combining education, peer support and practical consultancy.
Key Services for CHC Nurses & Healthcare Providers
Transitions in Healthcare & Complex Discharge Support
Ensuring Safe, Seamless Patient Transfers in CHC
Transitions in healthcare – especially within Continuing Healthcare and community settings – can be high-risk for patients and stressful for staff. Through our network and consultancy support, we help CHC nurses and providers manage safe transfers from hospital to home, between care homes, or into community packages of care.
We focus on risk assessment, clear documentation, multidisciplinary communication and person-centred care planning so that vulnerable individuals experience continuity of care and improved outcomes during every transition.
Pre-CQC Readiness & Compliance Support
Preparing CHC Services for CQC Inspection
For organisations delivering CHC-funded care, being prepared for a Care Quality Commission (CQC) inspection is essential. The CHC Nurses Agency Network offers pre-CQC assessment guidance to help services understand where they stand and what needs improving.
We support you in reviewing policies, procedures, CHC documentation, capacity and consent records, risk assessments and safeguarding processes. Our insight from frontline CHC practice helps you strengthen compliance, evidence quality and demonstrate safe, effective, well-led services.
Learning Disability (LD) Care & Person-Centred Support Planning
Specialist CHC Support for People with Learning Disabilities
Many individuals with learning disabilities receive support through CHC or joint-funded packages. Our network includes nurses experienced in LD nursing, community care and complex needs, who share best practice and resources in our groups and training.
We promote person-centred support plans that prioritise independence, choice, communication and dignity, while ensuring that health, risk and safeguarding needs are fully addressed in a way that is compliant and clearly documented for commissioners and regulators.
Specialist Training in NHS Continuing Healthcare (CHC)
CHC & Community DoLS Application Process Training
Building Confidence in Eligibility, Funding & Legal Frameworks
Understanding NHS Continuing Healthcare eligibility, the Decision Support Tool (DST), community Deprivation of Liberty (DoLS)/LPS processes and legal obligations can be complex and overwhelming for nurses and providers.
The CHC Nurses Agency Network offers structured training and peer-led learning sessions that cover CHC criteria, assessments, documentation, appeals, community DoLS considerations and best practice in recording clinical evidence, so that nurses feel more confident and organisations remain compliant.
CHC-Focused Events, Webinars & Professional Networking
Stay Up to Date with CHC Policy, Practice & Case Law
We run regular CHC events, webinars, workshops and informal meet-ups designed specifically for agency nurses and CHC professionals. These events are an opportunity to:
- Learn about CHC policy changes, national guidance and emerging case law.
- Discuss real-world scenarios and problem-solve challenging cases together.
- Build your professional network and connect with like-minded CHC nurses.
Most members stay in close contact via our private social media groups, where support and information-sharing continue between events.
Case Management Insight & Complex Care Support
Practical Guidance for Complex Community Packages
Complex community and CHC packages often require robust case management, clear communication and coordinated multidisciplinary working. Within our network, nurses share practical insights on managing:
- Complex physical health needs and long-term conditions.
- Mental health and behavioural challenges.
- Capacity, consent, best interests and safeguarding processes.
Through peer support and expert-led discussions, our members gain strategies to improve quality of life for service users while protecting professional standards and regulatory compliance.
A Supportive Community for CHC Agency Nurses
24/7 Peer Support in Private Social Media Groups
We welcome new members into our CHC Agency Nurses Network and invite them to join our confidential, invite-only social media groups. These groups are active 24-7-365 and provide:
- A safe space to ask questions about CHC practice, documentation and complex cases.
- Emotional support from nurses who understand the pressures of agency and CHC work.
- A responsive community where professional issues can be shared and explored in confidence.
Building Lasting Professional Relationships & Friendships
Many CHC nurses in our network not only develop their careers but also build friendships that last years. Our community offers:
- Opportunities to connect with nurses who share similar roles and challenges.
- A relaxed environment where you can be honest about the realities of practice.
- Long-term peer connections that support you through career changes and new roles.
Why Join or Work With the CHC Nurses Agency Network?
Built by Nurses, for CHC Nurses
Our network is run by experienced CHC and community nurses who understand both frontline pressures and the regulatory frameworks that shape practice. This means our support, training and advice are practical, realistic and relevant.
Specialist Focus on NHS Continuing Healthcare
We specialise in Continuing Healthcare, making us an ideal partner for agency nurses, case managers, care providers and organisations involved in CHC-funded care, complex packages and community nursing.
Tailored Support for Individuals & Organisations
Whether you are an individual nurse wanting to expand your CHC knowledge, or an organisation aiming to improve CHC documentation, CQC readiness and complex care pathways, we can tailor our training and consultancy to your specific needs.
Focus on Quality, Safety & Professional Wellbeing
Our aim is to support high-quality, safe and person-centred care while also looking after the wellbeing of the professionals delivering it. Peer support, shared learning and clear guidance all contribute to safer practice and reduced stress for nurses.
Join the CHC Nurses Agency Network
If you are a CHC agency nurse, community nurse or healthcare professional working with CHC-funded patients, the CHC Nurses Agency Network can help you:
- Grow your knowledge and confidence in Continuing Healthcare.
- Access a supportive, confidential professional community.
- Stay up to date with CHC policy, best practice and regulatory changes.
- Connect with organisations and colleagues who value high-quality care.
To learn more about membership, training, events or consultancy, please contact us via the details on our website or send us a message to request an invitation to our private groups and upcoming sessions.
Frequently Asked Questions (FAQs)
- What is the CHC Nurses Agency Network? The CHC Nurses Agency Network is a UK-based community and consultancy for Continuing Healthcare agency nurses, offering peer support, training and CHC-focused guidance.
- Who can join the CHC Nurses Agency Network? The network is open to CHC agency nurses, community nurses and healthcare professionals involved in NHS Continuing Healthcare and complex community care.
- Is the network only for UK nurses? Yes, our focus is on nurses and organisations working within the UK health and social care system, especially those involved in NHS CHC.
- How do I join the private social media groups? You can contact us through our website to request an invitation and we will guide you through the simple joining process.
- Do you provide CHC training and webinars? Yes, we offer regular CHC training sessions, webinars and events covering eligibility, documentation, community DoLS and best practice in CHC.
- Can you help organisations prepare for CQC inspections? We provide guidance and pre-CQC readiness support focused on CHC-related documentation, processes and quality of care.
- Do you support learning disability (LD) care planning in CHC? Yes, we share expertise and good practice in creating person-centred LD support plans within CHC-funded and complex care packages.
- Is the network suitable for newly qualified or CHC-new nurses? Absolutely, our community is ideal for nurses new to CHC who want to build knowledge, confidence and a strong professional network.
- How active is the community? Our core network of around 500 CHC agency nurses is active 24-7-365 across confidential invite-only social media groups.
- How can I find out about upcoming CHC events and training? Details of our latest events and training opportunities are shared within our private groups and can also be requested via our website contact form.