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CHC Nurses Agency Network: Expert CHC Nursing Support, Training & Consultancy
Specialist Continuing Healthcare (CHC) support, events and community for agency nurses across the UK
The CHC Nurses Agency Network is a dedicated professional community and consultancy for nurses working in NHS Continuing Healthcare (CHC) and complex community care. We connect CHC agency nurses with specialist training, expert guidance, peer support and work opportunities, helping you deliver safe, high-quality care while building a sustainable career.
Run by nurses, for nurses, we understand the realities of agency work, CHC assessments, community Deprivation of Liberty (DoL) processes and complex case management. Our aim is to make your working life easier, build your confidence and ensure you always have a network of CHC professionals to rely on – 24/7, 365 days a year.
With a core network of around 500 CHC agency nursing professionals in confidential, invite-only social media groups, we offer a unique space to share knowledge, raise issues, ask questions and support one another in a safe, private environment.
Comprehensive CHC Training & Professional Development for Agency Nurses
Specialist CHC Courses for Clinical Excellence and Compliance
At CHC Nurses Agency Network, our CHC training programmes are designed specifically for agency nurses and healthcare professionals working in Continuing Healthcare, community care and complex funding pathways. We provide both introductory and advanced sessions covering clinical skills, funding frameworks and legal responsibilities in CHC practice.
All sessions are interactive, practical and evidence-based, ensuring you can immediately apply what you learn in real-world CHC scenarios. Training is designed around the realities of agency work, enabling you to improve care quality while protecting your professional registration and meeting regulatory standards.
Key Focus Areas in Our CHC Training Programmes
- Understanding NHS Continuing Healthcare eligibility and assessment processes
- Accurate documentation, Decision Support Tool (DST) completion and clinical evidence gathering
- Community Deprivation of Liberty (DoL) safeguards and legal frameworks
- Person-centred care planning for complex community packages
- Risk assessment, patient safety and safeguarding in CHC settings
- Working effectively with ICBs, local authorities and multidisciplinary teams
- Maintaining CQC-compliant practice within agency and CHC roles
CHC Consultancy & Support for Healthcare Organisations
Helping Providers Deliver High-Quality CHC and Community Care
In addition to supporting individual nurses, the CHC Nurses Agency Network works with healthcare organisations, CHC providers and agencies to optimise CHC services, improve compliance and strengthen clinical governance. Our experienced CHC nurses offer consultancy tailored to the needs of community providers, care homes, supported living and domiciliary care services.
We review policies, procedures and case files to ensure alignment with CQC, NHS CHC frameworks and legal standards, providing clear, actionable recommendations that improve quality, safety and efficiency.
Audit, Pre-CQC and CHC Readiness Assessments
Our team conducts pre-CQC and CHC readiness assessments for organisations delivering or supporting CHC-funded packages of care. We identify gaps in documentation, risk management, training and governance, and help you develop a practical improvement plan to enhance outcomes and inspection ratings.
Whether you are an agency deploying CHC nurses or a provider delivering CHC packages, our consultancy ensures your systems, staff and culture are inspection-ready and person-centred.
Specialist Support for Learning Disabilities & Complex Needs
Person-Centred Care for Learning Disabilities in CHC Contexts
Many CHC packages involve individuals with learning disabilities, autism and complex behavioural or physical needs. The CHC Nurses Agency Network supports nurses and providers to deliver person-centred, rights-based care that promotes independence, dignity and quality of life.
We guide nurses on holistic assessment, communication strategies, positive risk-taking and collaborative working with families, advocates and multidisciplinary teams to ensure that care and support plans are truly tailored to the individual.
Enhancing Quality of Life in Community Settings
Our network champions best practice in community-based support, ensuring individuals with learning disabilities receive safe, respectful and empowering care in their own homes or supported environments. We help CHC nurses balance clinical needs with personal preferences, rights and long-term outcomes.
Dedicated CHC and Community DoL Application Training
Building Confidence in CHC Funding and Assessment Processes
Our CHC training courses provide in-depth guidance on the full CHC pathway – from referral and checklist to DST, eligibility panels and appeals. Nurses learn how to present clear clinical evidence, advocate for patients and work constructively with ICB teams.
By strengthening your understanding of CHC frameworks, we help you achieve better outcomes for patients, reduce frustration and protect your practice through robust documentation and decision-making.
Community Deprivation of Liberty (DoL) and Application Process Education
We also deliver specialist sessions on Deprivation of Liberty in community settings, helping nurses understand legal tests, authorisation routes, documentation and best-interest decision-making.
Our workshops ensure that community DoL practice is lawful, proportionate and well-documented, reducing organisational risk and safeguarding vulnerable individuals’ rights.
Regular CHC Events, Networking & Peer Support
A Relaxed, Supportive Community for CHC Agency Nurses
The CHC Nurses Agency Network is more than a training provider – it is a professional community where CHC nurses can relax, connect and grow. We run regular online and in-person events, meetups and discussion sessions to bring our network together.
Members share real-life issues, clinical dilemmas, professional updates and moral support in a way that only other nurses truly understand. Many of our members form lasting friendships and continue to support each other throughout their careers.
Private Social Media Groups and 24/7 Support
Our core network of around 500 CHC agency nurses stays connected via confidential, invite-only social media groups that are moderated and nurse-led.
These spaces allow members to ask questions, share experiences, discuss complex cases (anonymously and appropriately) and access support at any time, making agency work less isolating and more sustainable.
Expert CHC Case Management & Care Coordination
Personalised Support for Complex Community Cases
Through our network of experienced CHC nurses, we can support complex case management and care coordination in community settings. Our members work collaboratively with families, providers and ICBs to build safe, effective and person-centred packages of care.
We focus on continuity, communication and robust care planning to improve clinical outcomes, quality of life and satisfaction for individuals receiving CHC funding.
Supporting Teams Delivering CHC Packages
CHC Nurses Agency Network also helps multidisciplinary teams to coordinate care safely across settings, ensuring legal requirements, including DoL safeguards, are met in practice.
By drawing on the experience of our community, organisations and nurses benefit from shared learning, peer review and practical solutions to the everyday challenges of CHC work.
Why Join the CHC Nurses Agency Network?
Joining the CHC Nurses Agency Network gives you access to a powerful combination of peer support, specialist CHC training, expert consultancy and professional networking. Whether you are new to CHC or an experienced practitioner, we help you stay up to date, feel supported and develop your career.
You’ll be welcomed into a friendly, confidential community of CHC professionals who understand the pressures and rewards of agency nursing and Continuing Healthcare. From training and events to case discussions and informal support, our network is here to help you deliver the best possible care – and look after yourself too.
Frequently Asked Questions
- Who can join the CHC Nurses Agency Network? Any registered nurse working in or interested in NHS Continuing Healthcare or complex community care is welcome to apply to join our network.
- Is the CHC Nurses Agency Network only for UK nurses? Our primary focus is on UK-based CHC and agency nurses, but we welcome international colleagues with an interest in CHC best practice.
- What kind of training does the network provide? We offer specialist CHC, community DoL, documentation, assessment and complex care training tailored to agency and community practice.
- How do I access the private social media groups? Once you join, we provide invite-only links to our confidential social media groups where you can connect with other members.
- Do you help with CHC job opportunities? We regularly share relevant CHC agency and community nursing opportunities across our network and events.
- Can organisations work with you for CHC consultancy? Yes, we support agencies, care providers and community services with CHC consultancy, training and readiness assessments.
- Do you run in-person CHC events as well as online sessions? We host a mix of online webinars, virtual meetups and occasional in-person networking or training events, depending on demand and location.
- Is there a cost to join the CHC Nurses Agency Network? Some elements of the community may be free, while training, events or consultancy may carry separate fees depending on the service.
- How do I know your training is relevant to current CHC practice? All training is created and delivered by experienced CHC nurses who work to current NHS frameworks, legal standards and national guidance.
- How can I get in touch to find out more? You can contact us via our website contact form, email or phone to discuss membership, training or consultancy for your organisation.
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