CHC Nurses Agency Network: Continuing Healthcare Nursing Community & Consultancy
The UK’s Specialist CHC Nursing Network for Support, Training and Collaboration
The CHC Nurses Agency Network is a dedicated community and consultancy for nurses and healthcare organisations involved in NHS Continuing Healthcare (CHC) across the UK. We bring together experienced CHC agency nurses, offer professional training and guidance, and provide a supportive space where nurses can connect, share knowledge, and develop their careers.
Our network is built on the understanding that only another nurse truly understands the realities and pressures of nursing. We combine peer support with expert-led education, consultancy and events to help professionals and organisations deliver safe, compliant, person-centred CHC services.
Whether you are an agency nurse working in CHC, a healthcare provider, or a commissioning organisation, CHC Nurses Agency Network gives you access to specialist CHC expertise, professional networking, and practical support to improve outcomes for patients with complex needs.
What Is CHC Nurses Agency Network?
CHC Nurses Agency Network is both a professional community and a healthcare consultancy specialising in Continuing Healthcare. Our core network of around 500 CHC agency nursing professionals connects daily through confidential, invite‑only social media groups, sharing advice, case experiences, and professional opportunities.
We provide a relaxed, supportive environment where nurses can talk openly about clinical challenges, workload pressures, and professional issues 24-7-365. At the same time, our consultancy services help organisations strengthen CHC processes, improve regulatory compliance, and enhance the quality of care for individuals with complex health needs.
Our Core Services for CHC Nurses & Organisations
1. CHC Nursing Community & Peer Support
The CHC Nurses Agency Network is first and foremost a professional community for CHC nurses. Our members use private social media groups, online forums and regular meet‑ups to share expertise, ask questions, and support each other professionally and personally.
Many members build lasting friendships and trusted professional links that continue for years, creating a strong, reliable network of CHC specialists who understand the day‑to‑day demands of agency nursing and community‑based complex care.
2. CHC Consultancy & Practice Support
We provide expert CHC consultancy services to support organisations with complex cases, funding decisions and care pathways. Our experienced CHC nurses can advise on eligibility assessments, Decision Support Tools (DSTs), Continuing Healthcare funding processes, and review panels.
Working alongside your teams, we help ensure robust clinical documentation, person-centred care planning and compliance with NHS CHC frameworks and legal requirements, supporting better, safer and more defensible decision‑making.
3. Support for Transitions in Healthcare
Transitions between hospital, home, community and care settings are high‑risk points for people with complex, continuing healthcare needs. We offer specialist guidance on safe, coordinated transitions involving CHC‑funded care packages.
Our CHC nurses work with multi‑disciplinary teams, families and providers to reduce disruption, prevent avoidable readmissions and safeguard continuity of care, so patients feel informed, supported and respected throughout each transition.
4. Pre-CQC & Quality Assurance Support
For organisations delivering CHC‑funded services, Care Quality Commission (CQC) compliance is critical. We provide pre‑CQC quality assurance support focusing on CHC practice, documentation, risk management and person‑centred care.
Our CHC specialists review policies, case records and care planning to identify strengths, gaps and risks, then offer clear, tailored recommendations to help you strengthen standards of care, governance and regulatory compliance ahead of inspection.
5. Personalised Learning Disability (LD) Care & Support Planning
Many Continuing Healthcare recipients also have Learning Disabilities (LD) and complex behavioural, physical or communication needs. Our network includes nurses skilled in developing person‑centred LD care and support plans within CHC frameworks.
We work collaboratively with families, carers and multidisciplinary teams to create holistic plans that prioritise independence, safety, dignity and quality of life, aligned with best practice and current guidance in LD and complex care.
Specialist CHC Training & Professional Development
CHC & Community DoLS Application Process Training
We deliver specialist CHC training courses for nurses, agency staff, case managers and healthcare organisations covering the full CHC assessment and Community Deprivation of Liberty Safeguards (DoLS) application process.
Training includes eligibility criteria, completion of the Checklist and DST, care planning, best‑interest decision‑making, and documentation to support lawful Community DoLS applications, helping staff feel confident, competent and compliant.
CHC Events, Workshops & Networking Opportunities
We run regular CHC‑focused events including seminars, workshops, live Q&A sessions and informal meet‑ups for network members. These events cover policy updates, case law, best practice in CHC, and practical everyday challenges in complex care.
Attending our events allows CHC nurses and organisations to stay up to date with evolving guidance, build professional connections and share real‑world learning to improve patient outcomes and service quality.
Case Management, Care Coordination & CHC Expertise
Person‑Centred CHC Case Management
Our network includes skilled CHC case managers experienced in coordinating complex, multi‑agency packages of care for adults and children eligible for Continuing Healthcare or joint‑funded care.
We promote person‑centred, outcomes‑focused case management that brings together clinicians, providers and families, ensuring that commissioned services reflect the individual’s holistic needs, goals and preferences.
Improving Outcomes, Independence & Quality of Life
By combining strong clinical expertise with compassionate, collaborative working, our CHC case managers and nurses help individuals maximise independence, safety and wellbeing in their chosen care setting.
We focus on positive risk‑taking, empowerment and dignity, ensuring that care is not only clinically appropriate, but also respectful, meaningful and aligned with what matters most to the person and their family.
Why Join CHC Nurses Agency Network?
Experienced, CHC‑Specialist Nursing Community
Our network is made up of experienced CHC agency nurses and professionals who understand the complexity of CHC assessments, reviews, and community‑based complex care. This depth of expertise makes our discussions, support and advice highly relevant and practical.
Supportive, Confidential Environment
We provide a safe, confidential space where nurses can discuss professional issues, share challenges, and seek advice from peers who genuinely understand the pressures of CHC and agency work, around the clock.
Commitment to Learning & Continuous Improvement
CHC Nurses Agency Network is committed to ongoing learning and improvement. We actively share updates on policy, case law, clinical developments and best practice so our members and client organisations remain at the forefront of CHC practice and regulation.
Stronger Professional Links & Long‑Term Connections
Many members of our network become friends, mentors and long‑term colleagues, providing support, referrals and collaborative working opportunities across different organisations, regions and clinical specialisms.
Join the CHC Nurses Agency Network
We welcome new members into our CHC Nurses Agency Network and our private social media groups and events. If you are a CHC agency nurse, CHC assessor, case manager, or healthcare professional working with Continuing Healthcare, we would love to connect with you.
To find out more about joining the network or to enquire about our CHC consultancy and training services, contact us today via our website, email or phone and start building your CHC professional community.
Frequently Asked Questions (FAQs)
- What is the CHC Nurses Agency Network? The CHC Nurses Agency Network is a UK‑wide professional community and consultancy for nurses and organisations involved in NHS Continuing Healthcare.
- Who can join the CHC Nurses Agency Network? Membership is open to CHC agency nurses, CHC assessors, case managers and other healthcare professionals working in or alongside Continuing Healthcare.
- Is the CHC Nurses Agency Network only for agency nurses? No, while many of our members are agency nurses, we also welcome permanent staff and professionals involved in CHC commissioning, assessment and case management.
- How do your private social media groups work? Our invite‑only, confidential groups allow members to share professional issues, seek advice, and network securely 24‑7‑365.
- Do you offer CHC training for organisations? Yes, we deliver tailored CHC training for providers, commissioners and clinical teams, including CHC eligibility, DST completion, and Community DoLS processes.
- Can you help with complex CHC assessments and appeals? Our CHC experts can support teams with complex assessments, reviews, documentation and preparation for local resolution meetings or panels.
- Do you provide support with CQC preparation? We offer pre‑CQC quality support focused on CHC practice, documentation, risk management and person‑centred care standards.
- How often do you run CHC events and workshops? We run events and workshops regularly throughout the year, both online and in person, covering key CHC topics and real‑world practice challenges.
- Is there a cost to join the CHC Nurses Agency Network? Some elements of our community are free to join, while specific training, consultancy and premium services are chargeable.
- How can I contact CHC Nurses Agency Network? You can contact us via our website, email or phone to enquire about membership, training, events or CHC consultancy services.
Partner with CHC Nurses Agency Network to strengthen your CHC practice, expand your professional network and deliver safe, person‑centred care to individuals with complex continuing healthcare needs.