CHC Nurses Agency Network: Training, Events & Support

CHC Nurses Agency Network connects UK agency nurses, case managers and healthcare providers with specialist NHS Continuing Healthcare (CHC) training, peer support, events and consultancy. Join our confidential community to deepen your CHC knowledge, improve assessments and care planning, stay compliant with CQC standards, and access expert guidance on complex care, transitions and Learning Disability support. Discover training, webinars and networking tailored to CHC professionals.

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CHC Nurses Agency Network: Continuing Healthcare Training, Support & Community for Agency Nurses


CHC Nurses Agency Network: Specialist Continuing Healthcare Support for Agency Nurses

Connecting, Supporting and Training CHC Agency Nurses Across the UK

The CHC Nurses Agency Network is a dedicated professional community for nurses working in NHS Continuing Healthcare (CHC) and related complex care settings.
We provide specialist CHC training, professional networking, peer support and consultancy, helping agency nurses, case managers and healthcare organisations deliver safe, compliant, person-centred care.

As working agency nurses ourselves, we understand the challenges of CHC practice: complex eligibility assessments, funding decisions, multidisciplinary working, regulatory standards and the personal toll clinical responsibility can take.
Our network gives you a place to learn, connect and relax with colleagues who truly understand the pressures and realities of CHC nursing.

A Professional Network Built by and for CHC Agency Nurses

The CHC Nurses Agency Network is more than a mailing list – it is an active, supportive community of around 500+ CHC agency nursing professionals from across the UK.
Members connect daily in our confidential, invite-only social media groups to share clinical questions, professional updates, job opportunities and emotional support.

We run regular online and in-person events to bring our network together, including peer-learning sessions, CHC-focused workshops, debriefs and informal meetups.
Many nurses within our community build long-term friendships, mentoring relationships and professional collaborations that last for years.

New members are warmly welcomed into our private CHC community spaces, where you can:

  • Ask questions about CHC eligibility, assessments and reviews
  • Share experiences and best practice from Continuing Healthcare and complex care caseloads
  • Access peer support 24-7-365 from nurses who understand your role
  • Build your professional network within the CHC and case management sector
  • Find updates on CHC policy, guidance and practice

Continuing Healthcare (CHC) Training for Agency Nurses and Healthcare Teams

We provide practical CHC training programmes tailored to agency nurses, case managers, social workers and wider multidisciplinary teams involved in Continuing Healthcare.
Our courses are designed to build confidence in delivering CHC safely and compliantly within the UK health and social care system.

Typical topics covered in our CHC training include:

  • Understanding the NHS Continuing Healthcare framework and national guidance
  • Undertaking CHC checklists, Decision Support Tools (DST) and reviews
  • Complex needs assessment, risk management and evidence gathering
  • Writing robust, defensible, person-centred clinical rationales
  • Coordinating CHC packages across agencies, providers and settings
  • Legal, ethical and safeguarding considerations in CHC

Training is delivered through interactive workshops, webinars and online learning modules, with real-world case studies drawn from CHC caseloads.
Our focus is on practical application so that what you learn can be used immediately in assessments, reviews, case management and daily practice.

Specialist Consultancy for CHC Providers, Commissioners and Care Organisations

Alongside our support for individual agency nurses, the CHC Nurses Agency Network offers consultancy for healthcare providers, commissioners and case management services involved in Continuing Healthcare and complex care.
We help organisations strengthen CHC pathways, training, documentation and regulatory compliance.

Our consultancy services include:

  • Independent review of CHC processes, documentation and clinical decision-making
  • Support with quality assurance and preparation for CQC inspections related to CHC and complex care
  • Advice on designing and delivering person-centred CHC care packages
  • Guidance on safe transitions of care across hospital, home, community and residential settings
  • Developing internal CHC training plans and competency frameworks

We work collaboratively with your clinical and management teams to identify gaps, strengthen governance and embed evidence-based, person-centred CHC practice across your service.

Supporting Safe Transitions in Continuing Healthcare

Transitions between hospital, home, community and long-term care settings can be particularly complex in Continuing Healthcare, especially where needs are severe, unpredictable or rapidly changing.
The CHC Nurses Agency Network focuses on safe, well-planned transitions that protect patients, families and providers.

Our members and consultants can support with:

  • Planning discharge and step-down pathways for CHC-funded individuals
  • Coordinating multidisciplinary input and communication across services
  • Ensuring continuity of care and robust contingency planning
  • Identifying clinical risks and implementing proactive management plans
  • Maintaining clear, defensible documentation throughout the transition

This person-centred approach reduces avoidable hospital admissions, breaks in care and complaints, while improving outcomes and satisfaction for people receiving CHC.

Person-Centred Care Planning for People with Learning Disabilities and Complex Needs

Many Continuing Healthcare and joint-funded packages involve individuals with Learning Disabilities (LD) and additional physical or mental health needs.
Our network includes nurses experienced in LD, autism, mental health and complex physical care, ensuring care plans are truly person-centred.

We support agency nurses and organisations to:

  • Develop holistic, strength-based care and support plans
  • Promote independence, communication, dignity and choice
  • Involve families, advocates and multidisciplinary teams effectively
  • Incorporate Positive Behaviour Support (PBS) and trauma-informed approaches where required
  • Align LD care planning with CHC eligibility and funding frameworks

Our goal is to ensure that people with Learning Disabilities receiving CHC or complex care funding have safe, empowering and rights-based support that reflects their goals and preferences.

Deepening Your Understanding of CHC Processes, Eligibility and Funding

One of the core purposes of the CHC Nurses Agency Network is to help nurses understand the full CHC process, from initial screening and eligibility decisions to care planning, reviews and appeals.
We break down complex guidance into clear, practical tools that you can use in everyday practice.

Through our training and peer discussion spaces, you can:

  • Gain confidence in interpreting CHC national frameworks and local policies
  • Improve your completion of checklists, DSTs and clinical evidence
  • Understand how CHC interacts with social care, joint funding and personal health budgets
  • Learn how to construct effective rationales and respond to challenges
  • Keep up to date with changes in law, case law and national guidance relevant to CHC

This enhanced understanding supports fair, lawful and defensible eligibility decisions that prioritise the needs, rights and outcomes of the person at the centre of care.

Events, Webinars and Peer-Learning for CHC Agency Nurses

We host a rolling programme of CHC-focused events throughout the year, designed to help agency nurses, case managers and allied professionals stay current and connected.
Our events are practical, interactive and grounded in real clinical scenarios.

Examples of CHC events we organise include:

  • Live webinars on interpreting CHC guidance and frameworks
  • Workshops on writing strong clinical rationales and evidence
  • Case study sessions exploring complex eligibility decisions
  • Peer-support debriefs focused on resilience and wellbeing
  • Networking events for CHC agency nurses across regions

Attending these sessions helps you update your knowledge, expand your network and strengthen your professional profile within the CHC and complex care sector.

Case Management Support in CHC and Complex Care

Effective case management is central to safe and sustainable CHC and complex care delivery.
Members of the CHC Nurses Agency Network have extensive experience in coordinating complex packages, working with commissioners, providers, therapists and families.

We can support nurses and organisations to:

  • Design and implement integrated CHC care plans
  • Coordinate care across multiple providers and disciplines
  • Monitor outcomes, risks and changing needs over time
  • Improve communication between all stakeholders
  • Ensure that care remains compliant with CHC, CQC and safeguarding standards

Our focus is always on safe, effective and person-led care that uses resources wisely while prioritising the wellbeing and rights of the person receiving CHC.

Why Join the CHC Nurses Agency Network?

By joining the CHC Nurses Agency Network, you gain access to a specialist community, CHC training opportunities and expert guidance tailored specifically to agency nurses and professionals working in Continuing Healthcare.
You do not have to navigate complex CHC processes alone.

Membership gives you:

  • Entry to private, confidential social media groups with 24-7-365 peer support
  • Invitations to exclusive CHC webinars, workshops and events
  • Access to experienced CHC nurses, case managers and consultants
  • Opportunities to share and learn from real CHC cases and scenarios
  • A supportive space to discuss professional issues, stress and wellbeing

We are committed to raising standards in Continuing Healthcare nursing while supporting the people at the heart of the system – the nurses delivering care and the individuals and families receiving it.

Join the CHC Nurses Agency Network

If you are an agency nurse, case manager or healthcare professional working in or moving into NHS Continuing Healthcare, we invite you to join our network.
Connect with like-minded professionals, build your CHC expertise and become part of a community that understands and supports your work.

To find out more about joining the CHC Nurses Agency Network, our training programmes or consultancy services, please contact us via our website or social channels.
Let us help you feel more confident, connected and informed in every aspect of CHC practice.

Frequently Asked Questions (FAQs)

  1. What is the CHC Nurses Agency Network? The CHC Nurses Agency Network is a UK-wide professional community offering support, training and consultancy for nurses and professionals working in NHS Continuing Healthcare and complex care.
  2. Who can join the CHC Nurses Agency Network? Our network is open to agency nurses, case managers, allied health professionals and others involved in CHC assessments, reviews and care delivery.
  3. Does the CHC Nurses Agency Network provide CHC training? Yes, we deliver specialist Continuing Healthcare training through workshops, webinars and online learning tailored to different experience levels.
  4. Is the CHC Nurses Agency Network suitable for new nurses in CHC? Absolutely, we support nurses who are new to Continuing Healthcare with foundational training, mentoring and peer support.
  5. Do you offer consultancy for healthcare organisations and commissioners? Yes, we provide consultancy to providers, commissioners and services looking to strengthen CHC pathways, governance and compliance.
  6. How do your private social media groups work? Our invite-only social media groups allow members to share professional issues, questions and updates in a confidential, moderated environment 24-7-365.
  7. What kind of CHC events do you run? We run regular CHC-focused events including webinars, case study workshops, peer-learning sessions and networking meetups.
  8. Can you help with person-centred care planning for Learning Disabilities within CHC? Yes, our members have expertise in LD and complex needs and can support truly person-centred care planning aligned with CHC requirements.
  9. Do you support nurses with CQC and regulatory compliance related to CHC? We offer guidance and consultancy to help nurses and organisations meet CQC and regulatory standards in CHC and complex care.
  10. How can I join or contact the CHC Nurses Agency Network? You can join or get in touch via our website or social media channels to request more information and access to our private network groups.



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