CHC Nurses Agency Network: Empowering CHC Nurses Through Community, Training & Expertise
A Dedicated Community for Continuing Healthcare Agency Nurses
The CHC Nurses Agency Network is a professional community created specifically for Continuing Healthcare (CHC) agency nurses and healthcare professionals. We support nurses working in CHC, Community DOLs and complex care with access to specialist training, peer support, networking opportunities and practical guidance. Our goal is to make agency nursing in CHC easier, more rewarding and better connected, so you can focus on delivering safe, compliant and compassionate care.
As every nurse knows, only another nurse truly understands the pressures, responsibilities and emotional demands of the role. Our network brings together like-minded CHC professionals who share experiences, problem-solve together and support each other every day. With a core community of around 500 CHC agency nursing professionals, we offer a safe and confidential space to learn, connect and grow your career.
What Is the CHC Nurses Agency Network?
The CHC Nurses Agency Network is a private, invite-only community for CHC agency nurses working across the UK. Members can access closed social media groups, regular online and in-person events, and a range of educational resources focused on Continuing Healthcare, CQC compliance and person-centred care. Many of our members not only build professional contacts, but also form long-term friendships that continue for years.
Professional Development & Training for CHC Agency Nurses
CHC & Community DOL Application Process Training
We provide specialist training sessions designed to build confidence and competence in the NHS Continuing Healthcare (CHC) process and Community Deprivation of Liberty (DOL) applications. Our training helps you understand eligibility criteria, checklists, Decision Support Tools (DSTs), funding pathways and how to work effectively with ICBs and local authorities. Whether you are new to CHC or an experienced practitioner, our sessions give you the up-to-date, practical knowledge you need in daily practice.
Benefits of Joining Our Training Programmes
- Content designed specifically for CHC and community-based agency nurses
- Focus on real-life scenarios you encounter in CHC and complex care
- Clear explanation of NHS, ICB and funding regulations
- Improved assessment, documentation and evidence-gathering skills
- Regular updates on legal, CQC and regulatory changes
Support Across the Continuing Healthcare Journey
Supporting Smooth Healthcare Transitions
Transitions between hospital, home, community and care settings can be challenging for CHC patients and for the nurses supporting them. Through our network, CHC agency nurses can share best practice for safe transitions, discuss complex cases, and access peer advice on risk management, communication and continuity of care. This helps reduce avoidable readmissions and supports better outcomes for the people you care for.
Our Approach to Transitions in CHC
Members collaborate on holistic assessments, individualised care plans and multidisciplinary communication. We encourage a person-centred approach that balances safety, choice and independence, ensuring that transitions between services are well planned, clearly documented and fully aligned with CHC frameworks.
Pre-CQC Preparation & Quality of Care Support
Many CHC agency nurses work in services that are regularly inspected by the Care Quality Commission (CQC). Our network offers guidance and shared resources to help you understand CQC key lines of enquiry (KLOEs), quality standards and documentation expectations. By learning from other nurses’ experiences, you can feel more confident working in services that are striving for Good and Outstanding ratings.
How We Help You Prepare
Within our confidential groups, members discuss policies, audits, evidence of person-centred care, safeguarding, Mental Capacity Act (MCA) and DOLs. We share practical tips, examples and checklists that help you align your day-to-day practice with regulatory standards and demonstrate high-quality care during inspections.
Person-Centred Care for Learning Disabilities & Complex Needs
Many CHC agency nurses work with individuals who have learning disabilities, autism, mental health conditions and complex physical health needs. Through the CHC Nurses Agency Network, you can explore evidence-based approaches to care planning, positive behaviour support and risk management in the community.
Our Focus on LD & Complex Care Support
We promote person-centred, strengths-based care plans that respect each person’s dignity, communication style, cultural background and preferences. Members share tools and ideas that support independence, safety and quality of life, including strategies for working collaboratively with families, advocates and multidisciplinary teams.
Community, Peer Support & Case Discussion
A Safe Space for CHC Case Discussion
The CHC Nurses Agency Network offers a 24/7, year-round platform for nurses to discuss professional issues, share experiences and seek advice on challenging CHC cases (always maintaining confidentiality and professional standards). With around 500 CHC agency nursing professionals in our core network, you are never alone when you need support, a second opinion or simply someone who understands your working environment.
Our Case Support Promise
We encourage respectful, solution-focused discussions that support clinical decision-making, emotional resilience and reflective practice. Our community is built on trust, professionalism and mutual respect, helping you deliver safe, lawful and compassionate care in every CHC placement.
Events, Workshops & Networking Opportunities
We run regular events to bring our community of CHC agency nurses together. These include online webinars, workshops, Q&A sessions and social meet-ups, all created to help you stay informed, build confidence and connect with other nurses working in similar roles and services. Many of our members stay in touch long after events have finished, building lasting professional and personal relationships.
Why Join Our Events?
- Keep up to date with CHC policy changes, legislation and best practice
- Connect with experienced CHC agency nurses and sector experts
- Gain practical insights you can use immediately in your agency shifts
- Share challenges in a supportive, confidential environment
- Boost your professional profile, skills and confidence
Join the CHC Nurses Agency Network
Who Can Join?
We welcome registered nurses and healthcare professionals working in NHS Continuing Healthcare, community complex care, learning disabilities, mental health and related fields, particularly those working as or with agency nurses. If you want to expand your knowledge, build your network and feel more supported in your CHC career, the CHC Nurses Agency Network is for you.
How Our Private Social Media Groups Work
Our community is hosted through a series of confidential, invite-only social media groups. Once you join, you will have access to ongoing discussions, shared resources, event invitations and peer support. Most of our members keep in regular contact, and many describe the network as a relaxed, friendly place to unwind after challenging shifts while still growing professionally.
Get Involved with CHC Nurses Agency Network
Become Part of Our CHC Community
If you are ready to join a supportive, professional community that truly understands the realities of CHC agency nursing, we invite you to connect with the CHC Nurses Agency Network today. Together, we can share knowledge, improve practice and raise standards of care for people funded through Continuing Healthcare across the UK.
Contact & Membership Enquiries
To find out how to join our network, access our private groups or attend upcoming events, please visit our website or contact us directly. We look forward to welcoming you into the CHC Nurses Agency Network and supporting you in every stage of your CHC nursing career.
Frequently Asked Questions (FAQs)
- What is the CHC Nurses Agency Network? It is a private professional community for CHC agency nurses to access support, training, networking and shared resources.
- Who can join the CHC Nurses Agency Network? Registered nurses and healthcare professionals working in Continuing Healthcare, community complex care and related fields are welcome to join.
- Is membership free? Membership options vary, so please contact us or visit our website for the latest information on joining and any associated costs.
- Do you offer CHC training? Yes, we provide specialist training on the CHC process, Community DOL applications and related clinical and regulatory topics.
- How do your private social media groups work? Once accepted, you will be invited into our confidential, invite-only groups where members share professional issues, advice and support 24/7.
- Can I discuss clinical cases in the group? Yes, you can discuss professional issues in a de-identified and confidential way, always following your employer’s and NMC’s guidance.
- Do you run events for CHC nurses? We run regular online and in-person events, including webinars, workshops, Q&A sessions and networking meet-ups.
- Will joining the network help my career? Many members report increased confidence, stronger knowledge of CHC and better professional connections that support their career progression.
- Is the network only for UK nurses? Our network is primarily focused on UK Continuing Healthcare practice, but nurses from other regions with an interest in CHC may also enquire about joining.
- How do I apply to join? You can apply by visiting our website or contacting us directly, and we will guide you through the simple membership process.