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CHC Nurses Agency Network – Empowering CHC Agency Nurses & Healthcare Providers
Specialist Continuing Healthcare (CHC) Support, Training & Community for UK Nurses
The CHC Nurses Agency Network is a dedicated professional community and consultancy for nurses and healthcare organisations working within the NHS Continuing Healthcare (CHC) and community care framework across the UK.
We connect CHC agency nurses with expert-led training, consultancy, peer support and professional development, helping you navigate complex CHC pathways, improve patient outcomes and meet regulatory standards with confidence.
Our private network is a place to relax, share experiences and build lasting professional relationships. With around 500 CHC agency nursing professionals engaging across our confidential, invite-only social media groups, you are never alone in your practice.
What Is the CHC Nurses Agency Network?
The CHC Nurses Agency Network brings together experienced CHC nurses, agency nurses and healthcare professionals who are involved in assessment, case management, complex discharges and community-based care.
We support nurses and providers by offering:
- Access to a trusted peer network of CHC agency nurses across the UK
- Specialist CHC training, mentoring and knowledge-sharing
- Events and workshops focused on CHC best practice and regulation
- Guidance on CQC readiness, CHC assessments, LD care and Community DoLS
- A supportive, confidential space to discuss professional issues 24/7/365
We understand that only another nurse truly understands the pressures of nursing – which is why our network is built by nurses, for nurses.
Core Services & Support for CHC Agency Nurses
1. Transitions in Healthcare & Discharge Planning
Transfers of care – especially within CHC, community and complex discharge pathways – can be challenging for both patients and clinicians. The CHC Nurses Agency Network supports nurses and organisations in managing safe, effective transitions between hospital, community, care homes and home-based care.
We share best practice for:
- Coordinating hospital discharge to community and home care
- Maintaining continuity of care during transitions
- Reducing risk, readmissions and avoidable delays
- Collaborating with multidisciplinary teams (MDTs) to optimise outcomes
Our community helps you build the knowledge and confidence to deliver smooth patient journeys within the CHC framework.
2. Pre-CQC Support & Quality Improvement Guidance
Preparing for Care Quality Commission (CQC) inspections can feel overwhelming. The CHC Nurses Agency Network provides peer-led and expert-informed insight to help agency nurses and providers understand what good looks like in CHC and community nursing services.
Through our network and training, we help you:
- Understand CQC expectations in community and CHC care
- Improve care records, risk assessments and care plans
- Embed person-centred, safe and effective practice
- Identify gaps before formal inspection and take corrective action
We work alongside you to raise standards of care while supporting your professional development and confidence.
3. Learning Disability (LD) Care & Person-Centred Support Planning
Many CHC agency nurses support people with learning disabilities (LD) and complex needs in community settings. Our network shares evidence-based approaches to designing and implementing individualised LD care and support plans.
Our focus is on:
- Promoting independence, dignity and choice
- Developing holistic care plans that reflect the person’s voice
- Working collaboratively with families, carers and MDTs
- Ensuring that LD support is aligned with CHC eligibility, funding and legal frameworks
We support nurses to advocate effectively for people with learning disabilities and to deliver inclusive, person-centred care.
CHC Training, Education & Professional Development
4. CHC & Community DoLS Application Process Training
The Continuing Healthcare (CHC) and Community Deprivation of Liberty Safeguards (DoLS) processes are legally and clinically complex. Our network offers targeted training sessions and shared learning to help nurses and organisations understand and navigate these systems.
Our CHC & Community DoLS training and discussions typically cover:
- CHC eligibility criteria and Decision Support Tool (DST) domains
- Best practice in CHC assessments, documentation and evidence gathering
- CHC funding arrangements and ongoing review processes
- The legal basis and practice implications of Community DoLS
- How to uphold human rights, consent and capacity in community care
Training is delivered in an accessible, practical way so that nurses at all levels can apply learning directly to practice.
5. CHC-Focused Events, Webinars & Networking
The CHC Nurses Agency Network runs regular events to bring our community together. Many of our members have built strong professional connections and friendships that last for years.
Our events include:
- Online and in-person CHC education sessions and webinars
- Networking events for agency nurses and CHC professionals
- Peer-led case discussions and reflective practice sessions
- Updates on national CHC policy, guidance and case law
These events are designed to boost your knowledge, confidence and support network, whether you are new to CHC or highly experienced.
Expert-Led Case Management Insight & Best Practice
Although we are not a direct case management provider, the CHC Nurses Agency Network brings together nurses and professionals with extensive experience in CHC case management, complex care coordination and community nursing.
Within our confidential groups and training, members share:
- Best practice in coordinating care packages for complex needs
- Approaches to multidisciplinary team working and advocacy
- Strategies to optimise patient outcomes and experience
- Guidance on maintaining compliance with NHS and regulatory standards
This collaborative environment helps nurses build the advanced skills required to support robust CHC case management in real-world settings.
Why Join the CHC Nurses Agency Network?
A Trusted, Experienced CHC Nursing Community
Our core network includes around 500 CHC agency nursing professionals, many with significant experience in CHC assessment, community nursing, complex discharges and case coordination.
Members understand the unique pressures, responsibilities and rewards of agency and CHC nursing, making this a safe space to seek advice, reflect and grow.
Comprehensive CHC Training & Peer Support
Whether you are new to Continuing Healthcare or looking to deepen your expertise, the CHC Nurses Agency Network provides flexible learning opportunities suitable for all levels of experience.
Our training and peer discussions help you to:
- Understand key CHC frameworks, tools and policy
- Strengthen your clinical documentation, assessments and reports
- Improve your confidence in MDT meetings and decision-making
- Stay updated with changes in CHC guidance and best practice
Supportive Community & Long-Term Connections
Our members regularly say that the CHC Nurses Agency Network is a place where they can be honest about the realities of nursing – the pressures, ethical dilemmas and emotional impact – and receive understanding from people who truly get it.
Within our private social media groups and events:
- Professional issues are discussed 24/7/365 in a confidential, supportive manner
- Many members become friends and trusted colleagues over time
- You can ask questions, share resources and seek guidance without judgement
This sense of community makes day-to-day practice more sustainable and rewarding.
How to Join the CHC Nurses Agency Network
We welcome new members who are CHC nurses, agency nurses, community nurses or healthcare professionals with an interest in Continuing Healthcare and community-based care.
By joining, you gain access to:
- Our invite-only social media groups for confidential discussion
- Details of upcoming CHC events, training and webinars
- Opportunities for professional networking and collaboration
- Shared resources, guidance and peer support for real-world CHC practice
To enquire about membership, training or partnership opportunities, please use the contact details below.
Contact CHC Nurses Agency Network
- Phone: 01234 567890
- Email: info@chcnursesagencynetwork.co.uk
- Website: www.chcnursesagencynetwork.co.uk
FAQs About CHC Nurses Agency Network
- What is the CHC Nurses Agency Network? The CHC Nurses Agency Network is a UK-based professional community and support network for nurses working in Continuing Healthcare, agency and community settings.
- Who can join the CHC Nurses Agency Network? We welcome CHC nurses, agency nurses, community nurses and healthcare professionals involved in CHC assessments, complex care or community-based services.
- Is membership to your social media groups private? Yes, our social media groups are confidential and invite-only, ensuring a safe space for professional discussion.
- Do you provide CHC training for nurses? Yes, we offer CHC-focused training and shared learning on topics such as eligibility, DST, documentation, Community DoLS and best practice.
- Can you help agency nurses understand CQC requirements? We provide guidance and peer support to help nurses and providers understand CQC expectations and improve quality of care in CHC and community services.
- Do you organise networking events for CHC nurses? Yes, we run regular online and in-person events, webinars and networking sessions for CHC and agency nurses.
- Is your network only for NHS-employed nurses? No, we support both NHS and independent/agency nurses working within CHC and community care.
- Do you offer resources for Learning Disability (LD) care and support plans? Yes, our network shares best practice and guidance on person-centred LD care planning within CHC and community settings.
- How active is the CHC Nurses Agency Network? Our core network of around 500 professionals engages daily, with 24/7/365 discussion and support across multiple confidential groups.
- How do I contact you to find out more or join? You can reach us via phone, email or through our website contact form to discuss membership, training and collaboration opportunities.
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