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CHC Nurses Agency Network: Specialist CHC Nursing Training, Consultancy & Community
Empowering CHC Nurses and Healthcare Providers Across the UK
CHC Nurses Agency Network is a specialist UK-based network and consultancy dedicated to Continuing Healthcare (CHC) nurses, agency nurses and healthcare providers working within the NHS and independent sector. Our mission is to strengthen CHC practice, improve patient outcomes and make nurses’ professional lives easier through expert training, advisory services and a supportive community.
We combine practical CHC training, pre-CQC support, specialist care planning and case management consultancy with an active peer network of around 500 CHC agency nursing professionals. By connecting nurses and organisations, we help ensure services are safe, compliant, person-centred and sustainable.
A Dedicated Network for CHC Agency Nurses
A Supportive Professional Community
The CHC Nurses Agency Network is a safe space for CHC and agency nurses to connect, relax and share experiences with colleagues who truly understand the realities and pressures of nursing. Only another nurse truly understands the emotional, physical and administrative demands that come with CHC work, complex caseloads and tight timeframes.
Our private, invite-only social media groups run 24/7, 365 days a year, enabling members to ask questions, share best practice, debrief after challenging shifts and support one another in confidence. Many nurses in our network become long-term friends and professional allies over years of working and learning together.
Regular Events and Peer Networking
We organise regular in-person and online events to bring our CHC nursing community together. These include informal meet-ups, specialist CHC workshops, webinars and networking sessions where nurses can discuss cases (within confidentiality rules), regulatory changes and career development opportunities.
Most nurses within our network keep in touch regularly, building strong relationships that support both professional growth and personal resilience. We actively welcome new members into our private social media groups and events to ensure no CHC nurse feels isolated.
Comprehensive CHC Training for Nurses and Organisations
Specialist CHC Courses to Enhance Skills
At CHC Nurses Agency Network, we design and deliver CHC-specific training programmes for nurses, agency staff, case managers and healthcare providers working in NHS Continuing Healthcare and related pathways. Our courses cover core CHC topics, including:
- CHC eligibility, assessment and decision-making processes
- Understanding and applying the National Framework for NHS Continuing Healthcare
- Completing robust CHC checklists, DSTs and evidence-based rationales
- Care transitions between hospital, community, care homes and home-based care
- Legal and ethical issues in CHC, including consent and capacity
- Funded Nursing Care (FNC) and joint-funded packages
- Community DoLS (Deprivation of Liberty Safeguards) considerations within CHC
All training is delivered by experienced CHC nurses and health professionals who bring deep, real-world insight to every session. We focus on practical application so that participants can immediately implement learning in day-to-day CHC practice.
Flexible Training Delivery
We offer CHC training via face-to-face workshops, interactive seminars, live online sessions and self-paced e-learning modules. Hybrid options allow organisations to upskill teams without disrupting service delivery.
Training can be tailored for CCG/ICB teams, local authorities, care providers, agency nurses and independent practitioners, ensuring content is relevant to your setting and caseload.
Focus on UK Regulatory Compliance
Our CHC courses place a strong emphasis on regulatory compliance and best practice, including:
- CQC regulations and Key Lines of Enquiry (KLOEs) relevant to CHC and complex care
- National Framework guidance and relevant case law
- Funding and eligibility criteria for CHC and FNC
- Recording, documentation and evidence standards for audits and appeals
By strengthening knowledge and confidence around CHC rules and expectations, we help teams maintain compliance, reduce risk of challenge and perform strongly in internal and external reviews.
Expert Consultancy for CHC and Complex Care Services
Pre-CQC Assessments and Service Readiness
Preparing for a Care Quality Commission (CQC) inspection can be daunting, particularly for services delivering complex CHC-funded packages. CHC Nurses Agency Network offers consultancy support and pre-assessment reviews to evaluate your organisation’s readiness for inspection.
Our team reviews policies, procedures, care records, risk assessments and safeguarding arrangements, highlighting strengths and identifying potential gaps. We then provide clear, prioritised recommendations to help you achieve and maintain strong CQC ratings and safe, effective care.
Support with Care Transitions and Discharge Planning
Transitions between care settings are high-risk moments for people receiving CHC funding, especially those with complex clinical needs or behaviour that challenges. We support providers, nurses and commissioners to plan and manage safe, effective transitions between hospital, community and residential settings.
Our experienced CHC nurses can advise on personalised discharge plans, multi-disciplinary working, communication with families and ensuring continuity of care across providers. The aim is to minimise disruption, avoid unnecessary admissions and keep patient safety at the centre of all decisions.
Specialist Support in Care Planning and Case Management
Learning Disability (LD) and Autism Care Planning
Many individuals with learning disabilities and autistic people receive CHC or joint-funded packages due to complex health needs. We support services to develop fully personalised care and support plans that promote independence, dignity, communication and positive risk-taking.
Our approach is person-centred and trauma-informed, ensuring that daily living support, health needs, behaviour support and safety planning are integrated into a single, coherent plan. Plans are co-produced with individuals, families and multi-disciplinary teams, aligned to current evidence-based practice.
Support with CHC and Community DoLS Applications
The CHC funding and Community DoLS (Deprivation of Liberty Safeguards) processes can be complex and time-consuming for frontline nurses and managers. CHC Nurses Agency Network provides training and advisory support to help professionals navigate these pathways confidently and lawfully.
We cover eligibility criteria, documentation standards, best-interest decision-making and effective communication with local authorities, CCGs/ICBs and legal representatives. This support can help improve approval rates, reduce delays and ensure robust compliance with regulatory frameworks.
Case Management and Complex Care Coordination
Effective case management is essential for people with highly complex, CHC-funded care packages delivered at home or in care settings. Our experienced case managers and CHC nurses work with providers, commissioners, individuals and families to design and oversee holistic, person-centred care plans.
We focus on multidisciplinary collaboration, risk management, outcome measurement and efficient use of resources, with the overarching aim of improving quality of life and long-term health outcomes.
Continuous Professional Development for CHC Nurses
CHC Events, Workshops and Webinars
CHC Nurses Agency Network runs regular CHC-focused events, both online and in-person, to keep nurses and care providers up-to-date with policy changes, case law developments and best practice in Continuing Healthcare and complex care.
Our workshops and webinars provide practical learning, case-based discussion and opportunities to ask questions in a supportive setting. They also serve as valuable networking spaces for nurses to connect, share ideas and build resilience in their professional practice.
Staying Ahead of Policy and Regulatory Change
CHC is a fast-evolving area of practice, influenced by changing legislation, national guidance and local commissioning priorities. Our training and community discussions help members stay ahead of these changes, interpret new guidance and understand what regulators and commissioners expect in practice.
By keeping CHC nurses informed and confident, we support high standards of care, reduced risk of non-compliance and fairer outcomes for patients and families.
Why Join CHC Nurses Agency Network?
Experienced and Trusted CHC Professionals
Our core network brings together highly experienced CHC nurses, agency professionals, case managers and healthcare consultants with extensive backgrounds in NHS Continuing Healthcare, CQC-regulated services and complex care commissioning.
Members benefit from direct access to colleagues who have handled thousands of CHC assessments, reviews, appeals and care packages in a wide range of clinical and community settings.
Tailored Support for Nurses and Organisations
We understand that every nurse, team and service is different. Whether you are an individual agency nurse seeking mentorship and training, or a provider/commissioner needing targeted CHC consultancy, we tailor our support to your specific context and objectives.
From one-to-one guidance and bespoke training packages to service-wide reviews, we focus on solutions that deliver measurable improvements in practice, compliance and patient outcomes.
Person-Centred, Compassionate Care at the Core
Everything we do is anchored in person-centred care, respect for individual rights and dignity, and the belief that high-quality CHC should enhance quality of life for people with the most complex needs.
Our network champions compassionate, evidence-based practice that balances clinical safety, independence and choice, supporting nurses to uphold professional values in every setting.
Join CHC Nurses Agency Network
If you are a CHC nurse, agency nurse or healthcare professional working in Continuing Healthcare or complex care, CHC Nurses Agency Network offers a unique combination of peer support, expert training and specialist consultancy.
We invite new members to join our private social media groups, attend our events and become part of a trusted community of around 500 CHC agency nursing professionals. To discuss membership, training or consultancy for your organisation, please contact us via our website or phone.
Frequently Asked Questions (FAQs)
- What is CHC Nurses Agency Network? CHC Nurses Agency Network is a UK-based professional community and consultancy specialising in NHS Continuing Healthcare (CHC) nursing, training and support.
- Who can join the CHC Nurses Agency Network? The network is open to CHC nurses, agency nurses, case managers and healthcare professionals involved in CHC or complex care.
- What types of training do you offer? We provide specialist CHC training on eligibility, assessments, documentation, Community DoLS, care planning and regulatory compliance.
- Do you help organisations prepare for CQC inspections? Yes, we offer pre-CQC assessments, readiness reviews and consultancy to strengthen CHC and complex care services.
- Is your network only for NHS staff? No, we welcome professionals from the NHS, independent sector, local authorities, agencies and consultancy practice who work with CHC.
- How do your private social media groups work? Our invite-only groups operate 24/7 for members to share professional issues, ask questions and offer peer support in a confidential environment.
- Do you support learning disability and autism care planning? Yes, we help services develop person-centred care and support plans for people with learning disabilities and autistic people receiving CHC or joint funding.
- Can you assist with CHC and Community DoLS applications? We provide training and advisory support to help nurses and organisations complete CHC and Community DoLS processes lawfully and effectively.
- Do you run regular CHC events and webinars? We host ongoing workshops, webinars and networking events focused on CHC practice, case law updates and career development.
- How can I get in touch with CHC Nurses Agency Network? You can contact us through our website or by phone to discuss membership, training options or consultancy tailored to your needs.
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