CHC Nurses Agency Network: Specialist CHC Nursing Support, Training and Community
About CHC Nurses Agency Network: Connecting and Supporting CHC Professionals Across the UK
The CHC Nurses Agency Network is a UK-based professional community and support hub for nurses working in NHS Continuing Healthcare (CHC), community Deprivation of Liberty (DoL) processes, and complex care.
Created by nurses, for nurses, our mission is to empower CHC agency nurses through expert training, peer support, shared knowledge, and practical consultancy that improves both patient outcomes and professional wellbeing.
We understand the pressures of CHC nursing – tight timeframes, complex eligibility decisions, challenging family meetings, and navigating constantly changing policy. The CHC Nurses Agency Network gives you a place to connect, de‑stress, problem-solve and grow alongside colleagues who truly understand your work.
What We Do: A Professional Network for CHC and Agency Nurses
Our community brings together around 500 specialist CHC agency nurses across the UK, providing a safe, confidential space to discuss cases, share updates and support one another 24/7/365.
Through our invite‑only social media groups, live events, and learning opportunities, we help nurses build strong professional connections that often turn into lasting friendships and collaborative working relationships.
Community and Peer Support
A Safe Space for CHC Nurses to Share, Learn and Decompress
Only another nurse truly understands the realities of CHC work – the emotional load, the difficult decisions, and the constant pressure to balance quality, safety and funding.
Within our private, moderated groups, members openly share professional issues, queries and experiences around CHC, case management and community practice. Support is available 24-7-365, so you are never alone with a difficult case or decision.
Regular Events and Networking Opportunities
Bringing the CHC Nursing Community Together
We run regular online and in‑person events designed to bring our community of CHC agency nurses together, including:
- Educational webinars on CHC eligibility, DSTs and decision-making
- Discussion groups on complex cases, appeals, and best practice
- Informal networking sessions and peer support meet‑ups
- Updates on NHS CHC policy and legal changes
Many nurses in our network stay in touch regularly, collaborate on CHC work, and remain friends for years, creating a trusted professional support system around the UK.
Specialist CHC Training, Guidance and Consultancy
CHC & Community DoL Training for Nurses
Building Confidence in CHC Processes and Documentation
We provide specialist training programmes for nurses involved in NHS Continuing Healthcare and community Deprivation of Liberty (DoL) processes, tailored to agency, bank and independent nurses.
Our sessions cover:
- CHC eligibility criteria and understanding the National Framework
- How to complete robust DSTs, checklists and clinical rationales
- Best practice for DoL in community and domiciliary settings
- Effective multidisciplinary working and case presentation
- Professional documentation and evidencing needs
The aim is to give CHC nurses the knowledge, confidence and tools to navigate complex funding processes while remaining firmly patient-focused and ethically grounded.
Case-Based Learning and Peer Review
Learn from Real CHC Cases and Shared Experience
Through our network, members can bring anonymised CHC cases to the group for peer discussion, reflection and learning.
This case-based approach helps nurses understand different ICB interpretations, improve their professional judgement, and refine assessment, documentation and advocacy skills.
Support for Transitions, Care Planning and Complex Needs
Supporting Safe Transitions in CHC and Community Care
From Hospital to Home and Ongoing Community Support
Many CHC nurses in our network work across hospital discharge, community nursing, and complex home-based care.
We share resources and peer guidance on:
- Managing transitions from hospital to home, care homes or supported living
- Coordinating multidisciplinary input for CHC-funded packages
- Ensuring continuity of care and risk management across settings
- Working effectively with families and informal carers
This collaborative learning helps CHC nurses support safer, smoother transfers and more stable long-term care arrangements.
Learning Disability, Complex Care and Person-Centred Planning
Embedding Personalisation in CHC and Community Packages
Our network includes nurses with specialist expertise in learning disabilities, mental health, neurological conditions and complex long-term needs.
Together, we promote person-centred care planning that supports independence, dignity and quality of life, while meeting CHC eligibility and clinical safety requirements.
Why Join the CHC Nurses Agency Network?
- Built for CHC nurses: A community designed specifically around NHS Continuing Healthcare and complex care practice.
- Safe, confidential space: Invite‑only groups where professional issues can be discussed openly with peers.
- Continuous learning: Ongoing training, case discussions and policy updates to keep your practice current.
- Professional support 24-7-365: Connect with experienced CHC professionals whenever you need advice or reassurance.
- Networking and friendship: Build strong professional networks that often become long‑term friendships.
- Career development: Grow your knowledge, confidence and opportunities within CHC and complex care.
- Nurse-led and practical: Run by nurses who understand the realities of agency and CHC work.
- Nationwide reach: Connect with CHC nurses from all over the UK, across different ICBs and providers.
Who We Support
The CHC Nurses Agency Network is ideal for:
- Agency CHC nurses working with ICBs, CSU teams and private providers
- Bank and independent nurses involved in CHC reviews, DSTs and assessments
- Community and complex care nurses delivering CHC-funded packages
- Senior nurses and case managers seeking a wider professional network
- New CHC nurses looking for mentorship, guidance and structured learning
How to Join the CHC Nurses Agency Network
We actively welcome new members into our community of CHC and agency nurses.
Once you join, you will be invited into our private social media groups and given access to events, discussions and learning opportunities tailored to CHC practice.
To request an invitation or find out more about membership, please contact us via our website, email or social channels listed on our main contact page.
Frequently Asked Questions
- What is the CHC Nurses Agency Network? It is a UK-wide professional community for nurses working in NHS Continuing Healthcare, DoL and complex community care.
- Who can join the network? Registered nurses with an interest or role in CHC, community DoL, or complex care, including agency, bank and independent practitioners.
- Is the CHC Nurses Agency Network only for agency nurses? No, we welcome agency, bank, independent and substantive CHC nurses who want to connect and develop their practice.
- What kind of support does the network provide? We offer peer support, confidential discussion groups, training, events, and shared resources on CHC and community practice.
- Do you provide training on CHC assessments and documentation? Yes, we deliver focused training on checklists, DSTs, clinical rationales and CHC eligibility in line with the National Framework.
- Are your groups and discussions confidential? Yes, our online communities are private, invite‑only spaces with clear professional and confidentiality guidelines.
- Do you run events for CHC nurses? We run regular online and in‑person events including webinars, case discussions, policy updates and networking sessions.
- Is the network suitable for nurses new to CHC? Absolutely, it is an excellent place for new CHC nurses to learn, ask questions and gain confidence.
- Do you cover community Deprivation of Liberty (DoL) processes? Yes, many members work with community DoL, and we share best practice, updates and case-based learning in this area.
- How can I apply to join the CHC Nurses Agency Network? You can request membership by contacting us through our website or social media channels, and we will guide you through the joining process.