CHC Nurses Agency Network: Expert CHC Nursing Consultancy, Training & Community Support
Connecting CHC Agency Nurses with Training, Consultancy and a Strong Professional Network
The CHC Nurses Agency Network is a UK-wide professional community and consultancy service dedicated to Continuing Healthcare (CHC) nurses and agency healthcare professionals. We bring together expert CHC training, specialist consultancy, and peer support to make working in CHC safer, easier, and more rewarding.
Our mission is to empower CHC agency nurses, case managers and healthcare providers with the skills, guidance and connections they need to deliver outstanding, compliant and person-centred care. From CHC eligibility assessments and community DoLS applications through to care planning, CQC preparation and complex case management, we’re here to support you every step of the way.
A Dedicated Professional Network for CHC Agency Nurses
A Safe Space to Share, Learn and Connect
The CHC Nurses Agency Network is more than a service – it’s a professional community of around 500 CHC agency nurses and healthcare professionals who understand the realities of CHC work. Only another nurse truly understands the pressure, responsibility and emotional load that comes with nursing and complex CHC caseloads.
Our members use the Network as a place to relax, debrief and ask questions, knowing they’ll receive support from peers who “get it”. Many of our nurses build long-term professional and personal friendships through the Network, staying connected for years.
Private, Invite-Only Social Media Groups and Support 24/7/365
We run multiple confidential, invite-only social media groups where CHC agency nurses can share professional issues, seek advice and discuss complex cases in a safe environment. Our core network is active 24-7-365, ensuring there’s always someone online who understands your challenges.
New members are warmly welcomed into our private social media groups and encouraged to join our online discussions, in-person events and virtual sessions. The result is a supportive, trusted CHC community that helps you navigate everyday challenges and complex CHC decisions.
CHC Training for Agency Nurses and Healthcare Teams
Specialist CHC Courses Covering Key Areas of Practice
The CHC Nurses Agency Network provides specialist training courses tailored to Continuing Healthcare and community-based nursing. Our programmes focus on the core skills CHC nurses and multidisciplinary teams need, including:
- CHC eligibility assessments and the National Framework
- CHC Decision Support Tool (DST) completion and documentation
- Care planning for complex health needs and behaviour that challenges
- Community Deprivation of Liberty (DoLS) applications and legal compliance
- Safeguarding, risk management and best interests decision-making
- Regulatory compliance and preparing for CQC and ICB scrutiny
All training is delivered by experienced CHC professionals with hands-on knowledge of commissioning, case management, and frontline practice, giving participants practical, real-world insights they can apply immediately.
Flexible, Tailored CHC Training for Organisations and Individuals
We recognise that every ICB, provider organisation and agency nurse faces different pressures, systems and expectations. Our CHC training is therefore fully customisable to your requirements, with flexible delivery options such as:
- Live online workshops and virtual classrooms
- On-site training days for provider organisations and CHC teams
- Small-group skills sessions and case-based learning
- Webinars and on-demand e-learning modules for busy agency nurses
This tailored approach ensures your team or individual nurses develop relevant skills to improve patient outcomes, funding decisions and compliance.
Expert Consultancy for CHC, Compliance and Service Improvement
Practical CHC and Nursing Consultancy for Healthcare Organisations
In addition to training and community support, the CHC Nurses Agency Network provides specialist consultancy for healthcare organisations, agencies and care providers involved in Continuing Healthcare. Our consultancy can help you to:
- Review and strengthen CHC assessment and funding processes
- Improve documentation, evidence gathering and DST quality
- Develop robust clinical governance and risk management systems
- Implement best practice in person-centred and outcome-focused care
- Support ICBs, providers and agencies with complex appeals or disputes
We offer pre-CQC and internal audit-style assessments to help you identify gaps, refine policies and ensure your CHC and nursing practices are safe, defensible and compliant.
Support with Transitions, LD Care Planning and Person-Centred Care
Transitions between hospital, home, residential and nursing settings can be complex and high-risk, especially within CHC-funded packages. Our consultants and experienced nurses support organisations and teams to:
- Plan and coordinate safe patient transitions between care settings
- Develop person-centred care plans for adults with learning disabilities (LD)
- Balance independence, dignity and safety in complex care arrangements
- Work effectively with families, advocates and multidisciplinary teams
Our focus is always on holistic, person-centred care that respects individual needs while meeting regulatory, legal and ethical requirements.
Specialist Support for the CHC & Community DoLS Processes
Training in CHC Assessments, Community DoLS and Care Planning
We provide in-depth CHC + Community DoLS application process training to help nurses, care coordinators and case managers understand the full pathway from screening through to funding. Our training typically covers:
- National Framework principles and CHC eligibility criteria
- Checklist, Fast Track and DST completion to a defensible standard
- Evidence gathering and clinical justification for recommendations
- Community DoLS applications and legal safeguards
- Care planning for complex community packages and risk management
By building confidence and competence in these areas, we help teams streamline CHC processes, improve the quality of applications, and support fair, consistent funding decisions.
CHC Events, Webinars and Peer-Led Learning
The CHC Nurses Agency Network regularly hosts and contributes to CHC-focused events, webinars, workshops and study days. These sessions help CHC professionals to:
- Stay up to date with policy changes and legal developments
- Share best practice and learn from real case studies
- Discuss complex, borderline or contested CHC cases
- Build networks with other CHC nurses, case managers and leaders
Whether you’re new to CHC or an experienced practitioner, our events offer practical learning and the chance to connect with experts across the CHC landscape.
Case Management Support for Better Outcomes in CHC
Person-Centred, Coordinated CHC Case Management
Our expert CHC case managers and nurse consultants work closely with patients, families, ICBs and providers to support complex case management. We focus on:
- Developing holistic, person-centred care plans for complex health needs
- Coordinating multidisciplinary input across health and social care
- Ensuring packages of care remain safe, proportionate and effective
- Monitoring outcomes and adjusting care plans as needs change
This comprehensive approach improves quality of life, clinical outcomes and value for money, while ensuring care remains clinically appropriate and fully compliant with CHC requirements.
Building Internal Case Management Capability
Alongside direct case management, we help organisations and teams build their own internal capability. This includes:
- Sharing best practice tools, templates and documentation
- Mentoring and coaching new case managers and CHC nurses
- Developing sustainable workflows and governance structures
- Supporting teams through service redesign or demand pressure
Our goal is to develop confident, skilled CHC teams who can deliver safe, effective and person-centred case management independently.
Why Join the CHC Nurses Agency Network?
The CHC Nurses Agency Network combines real-world CHC nursing experience with a strong, supportive professional community. Members and partner organisations benefit from:
- Access to a trusted network of 500+ CHC agency nurses
- Expert CHC training, consultancy and case management support
- Private, confidential groups with 24/7/365 peer support
- Regular events, webinars and opportunities to network and learn
- A focus on compliance, quality of care and professional growth
By partnering with us or joining our network, you gain a reliable, knowledgeable ally dedicated to raising standards in Continuing Healthcare and community nursing across the UK.
Join or Contact the CHC Nurses Agency Network
If you’re a CHC agency nurse, case manager, healthcare provider or commissioner looking for expert CHC support, training or a professional community, we would love to hear from you.
Contact the CHC Nurses Agency Network today to discuss membership, training options, consultancy support or upcoming events, and take the next step towards stronger CHC practice and a more connected professional life.
Frequently Asked Questions (FAQs)
- What is the CHC Nurses Agency Network? The CHC Nurses Agency Network is a UK-wide professional community and consultancy service for nurses and healthcare professionals working in Continuing Healthcare (CHC).
- Who can join the CHC Nurses Agency Network? Our network is open to CHC agency nurses, case managers, community nurses, and other professionals involved in CHC-funded care.
- Do you provide CHC training for individuals and organisations? Yes, we offer tailored CHC training for individual agency nurses as well as bespoke programmes for provider organisations and CHC teams.
- Are your social media groups open to everyone? No, our social media groups are private, invite-only spaces for verified CHC professionals to ensure confidentiality and professional integrity.
- Can you help with CHC assessments and funding decisions? We provide training and consultancy to improve CHC assessments, DST completion and evidence gathering to support fair and defensible funding decisions.
- Do you support Community DoLS applications? Yes, our CHC + Community DoLS training and consultancy help professionals understand and manage the legal and practical aspects of community DoLS applications.
- Can you help us prepare for CQC inspections? We offer pre-CQC style reviews, policy guidance and practical recommendations to help organisations strengthen compliance and evidence of quality care.
- Do you run events and webinars for CHC nurses? We run regular online and in-person events, webinars and peer-learning sessions focused specifically on CHC practice and related topics.
- Is your network active outside normal working hours? Yes, our members share advice and support 24/7/365 through our confidential social media groups and online community spaces.
- How do I join or contact the CHC Nurses Agency Network? You can contact us via our website or dedicated enquiry channels to discuss membership, training or consultancy and we will guide you through the next steps.