CHC Nurses Agency Network: Training, Events & Support

Connect with the CHC Nurses Agency Network – a UK-wide community for CHC agency nurses and providers. Access specialist NHS Continuing Healthcare (CHC) training, Community DoLS guidance, case consultancy, CQC preparedness support, and invite-only peer groups. Build confidence with complex CHC assessments, appeals, transitions and quality reviews. Join our events, webinars and professional network to improve person-centred, compliant CHC care.

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

Connecting and Empowering CHC Agency Nurses Across the UK

The CHC Nurses Agency Network is a specialist community and consultancy dedicated to supporting nurses and healthcare organisations working in NHS Continuing Healthcare (CHC). We combine expert CHC training, case support and consultancy with a thriving professional network of more than 500 CHC agency nurses, helping you deliver safe, compliant and person-centred care in every setting.

Whether you are an agency nurse working in CHC, a care provider delivering complex packages, or an organisation preparing for CQC inspections, CHC Nurses Agency Network offers tailored support to build your confidence, streamline your processes and improve outcomes for adults with ongoing healthcare needs.

Our invite-only community, confidential social media groups and regular events create a safe space where CHC professionals share knowledge 24/7, solve problems together and stay up to date with the latest CHC frameworks, community DoLS and regulatory changes.

What Is the CHC Nurses Agency Network?

The CHC Nurses Agency Network is a national hub for nurses who specialise in Continuing Healthcare, complex care and community-based packages. We are built by nurses, for nurses – giving you access to peers who truly understand the pressures of CHC caseloads, appeals, assessments and multi-agency working.

Through our private online groups, educational events and consultancy services, we support:

  • CHC agency nurses and bank nurses
  • Registered nurses moving into CHC roles
  • Care providers delivering CHC-funded packages
  • Case managers, CHC leads and clinical teams
  • Services preparing for CQC inspections and quality reviews

Our mission is to raise standards in Continuing Healthcare by putting well-supported CHC nurses at the centre of every decision about care, risk and funding.

Core Services Offered by CHC Nurses Agency Network

1. CHC Case Support & Expert Consultancy

Specialist Guidance for Complex CHC Cases

Our experienced CHC nurses and consultants provide practical, case-based support for organisations and individual nurses dealing with complex Continuing Healthcare issues, from initial checklists to multi-disciplinary team (MDT) meetings and appeals.

We help you interpret the National Framework, prepare robust clinical rationales and coordinate health and social care input so that your CHC packages are clinically safe, defensible and person-centred.

  • Support with CHC assessments, reviews and appeals
  • Clinical documentation and decision-making guidance
  • Advice on risk management and escalation
  • Best-practice approaches to MDT and family involvement

2. Support with Transitions & Complex Care Pathways

Reducing Risk When People Move Between Care Settings

Transitions between hospital, home, residential care and nursing care can be especially complex for people with CHC funding. We provide specialist transition planning to keep people safe and maintain continuity of care.

Our nurses work closely with CHC teams, providers and families to ensure that clinical risks, equipment needs and staffing levels are fully understood and managed before any move takes place.

  • Comprehensive transition and discharge planning
  • Complex care risk assessments and contingency plans
  • Coordination across health, social care and providers
  • Focus on quality of life, safety and choice

3. Pre‑CQC & Quality Preparedness Support

Helping CHC Services Prepare for Inspection and Assurance

For services delivering CHC-funded packages, regulatory compliance is non-negotiable. Our CHC specialist nurses help you get ready for CQC inspections, commissioner quality visits and internal audits.

We review your policies, care records and clinical governance systems through a CHC lens, offering clear, actionable recommendations so you can demonstrate safe, effective and well-led CHC practice.

  • Mock reviews and documentation audits
  • Gap analysis against CQC and CHC expectations
  • Action plans to improve quality and compliance
  • Coaching for leaders and senior nurses

4. Care & Support Planning for Learning Disabilities and Complex Needs

Person-Centred Planning for People with LD and CHC Funding

Many people with learning disabilities (LD) and complex health conditions receive support under Continuing Healthcare. We help nurses and providers develop person-centred care and support plans that promote independence, dignity and safety.

Our approach combines evidence-based practice with lived experience and family insight, ensuring that each plan is meaningful, achievable and fully aligned with CHC requirements.

  • Holistic assessments and outcome-focused planning
  • Positive risk-taking and wellbeing strategies
  • Integration of physical, mental health and behavioural needs
  • Support plans that are practical for frontline staff

CHC Training & Professional Development

5. CHC & Community DoLS Application Process Training

Clear, Practical Training for Real-World Practice

We offer targeted training for nurses, care staff and managers on the CHC eligibility process, funding pathways and Community Deprivation of Liberty (DoLS) applications, making complex systems easier to navigate.

All training is delivered by active CHC practitioners, using real-life scenarios, templates and tools that you can apply immediately in your role.

  • CHC checklist and Decision Support Tool (DST) training
  • Understanding the National Framework and key case law
  • Community DoLS: when, why and how to apply
  • Documentation skills to support robust decisions

6. Continuing Healthcare Events, Webinars & Workshops

Stay Up to Date with CHC Policy, Practice and Networking

The CHC Nurses Agency Network runs regular events – both online and in person – where nurses and CHC professionals can learn, connect and share best practice.

From webinars on new CHC guidance to informal meet-ups and specialist workshops, our calendar helps you maintain your CPD, grow your confidence and build lasting professional relationships.

  • Topical webinars on CHC, DoLS and complex care
  • Interactive Q&A sessions with experienced CHC nurses
  • Peer-led case discussions and reflective practice
  • Networking opportunities with CHC agencies and providers

Our Private CHC Nurses Community

7. Invite‑Only Social Media Groups for CHC Agency Nurses

A Safe Space to Share, Learn and Support Each Other

At the heart of the CHC Nurses Agency Network is our confidential, invite-only set of social media groups, where around 500 CHC agency nurses and professionals connect 24/7/365.

Nurses openly discuss professional challenges, share resources, ask questions and celebrate successes – all within a community that understands the realities of CHC work.

  • Private, moderated groups dedicated to CHC practice
  • Peer support around shift work, caseloads and resilience
  • Regular updates on CHC policy changes and case law
  • Opportunities to build long-term friendships and networks

8. Career Support for CHC Agency & Bank Nurses

Develop Your Professional Pathway in Continuing Healthcare

Whether you are new to CHC or an experienced practitioner, our network can support your career development by connecting you to learning opportunities, mentors and CHC-focused roles.

We help you understand the skills and knowledge needed for specialist CHC posts, case management roles and leadership positions across community and commissioning settings.

  • Guidance on progressing within CHC and complex care
  • Links to training, supervision and mentorship
  • Insight into agency, bank and permanent CHC roles
  • Support with professional boundaries and wellbeing

Why Join the CHC Nurses Agency Network?

Built By CHC Nurses, For CHC Nurses

Our network is led by experienced CHC practitioners who understand the demands of community-based nursing, complex funding decisions and working across multiple organisations and agencies.

Support for Individuals and Organisations

We work with individual nurses, care providers and health & social care organisations, tailoring our consultancy, training and community support to your size, scope and challenges.

Focused on Quality, Compliance and Better Outcomes

Through shared expertise and practical tools, we help you deliver consistently high-quality Continuing Healthcare, aligned with the National Framework, CQC standards and local commissioning requirements.

How to Join or Work With CHC Nurses Agency Network

Joining the CHC Nurses Agency Network gives you instant access to a professional community, regular CHC updates and learning opportunities that fit around agency and shift work.

If you are a nurse, care provider or organisation looking for specialist CHC support, training or consultancy, we would be happy to discuss how we can help.

  • Request access to our private CHC nurses groups
  • Discuss bespoke CHC training for your team
  • Arrange consultancy for complex cases or quality reviews
  • Register for our upcoming CHC events and webinars

Contact us today to learn more about membership, services and collaboration opportunities with the CHC Nurses Agency Network.

Frequently Asked Questions (FAQs)

  1. What is the CHC Nurses Agency Network? The CHC Nurses Agency Network is a UK-based community and consultancy supporting agency nurses and services involved in NHS Continuing Healthcare.
  2. Who can join the CHC Nurses Agency Network? Registered nurses and CHC professionals working in, or interested in, Continuing Healthcare and complex care are welcome to request membership.
  3. Is there a cost to join the CHC Nurses Agency Network? Membership options vary, so please contact us directly for the latest information on joining and any associated fees.
  4. How do I access the private CHC social media groups? Once your membership is approved, you will receive secure invitations to our confidential, invite-only online groups.
  5. Do you provide CHC training for organisations? Yes, we offer bespoke CHC and Community DoLS training sessions for providers, teams and organisations of all sizes.
  6. Can you help with complex CHC assessments and appeals? Our CHC specialists can advise on assessments, documentation, MDT preparation and appeals to strengthen your clinical rationale.
  7. Do you support services preparing for CQC inspections? We provide pre‑CQC preparedness support, quality reviews and action planning focused on CHC and complex care delivery.
  8. Are your events suitable for new CHC nurses? Yes, our webinars and workshops are designed for both new and experienced CHC nurses, with practical, real-world learning.
  9. Do you work with learning disability and complex needs services? We regularly support services and nurses who care for people with learning disabilities and complex health conditions under CHC.
  10. How can I contact the CHC Nurses Agency Network? Please visit our website or use the contact details on this page to enquire about membership, training or consultancy support.