CHC Nurses Agency Network: Specialist CHC Nursing, Training & Support
Connecting and Empowering Continuing Healthcare Nurses Across the UK
The CHC Nurses Agency Network is a specialist community and consultancy hub for nurses working in NHS Continuing Healthcare (CHC), community care and complex care settings. We bring together experienced CHC agency nurses, offer expert-led CHC training, and provide consultancy support to help organisations improve patient outcomes, strengthen regulatory compliance and optimise care delivery.
Our private, invite-only network of around 500 CHC agency nursing professionals is a place to relax, connect and share real-world expertise. We support nurses and organisations with training, case management insight, CHC processes, CQC preparation and person-centred care planning.
A Professional Network for CHC Agency Nurses
We know that only another nurse truly understands the demands and pressures of nursing. The CHC Nurses Agency Network exists to help you build professional contacts, share knowledge, and make your professional life as a nurse easier and more sustainable.
Members of our network actively engage in 24/7 peer support through confidential social media groups, regular meet-ups and online events. Many nurses go on to form lasting friendships and ongoing professional collaborations that strengthen their careers in CHC and complex care.
Private Social Media Groups & Ongoing Support
We host several invite-only, confidential social media groups dedicated to CHC nurses, where professionals can ask questions, share experiences, explore complex cases (within confidentiality rules) and access peer-to-peer guidance 24-7-365.
Our aim is to create a safe, supportive space where CHC agency nurses can discuss professional issues openly, gain practical advice, and feel less isolated when working across diverse settings and shifts.
Regular Events, Networking & Career Development
The CHC Nurses Agency Network organises regular events—both online and in-person—designed to bring our community together. These include:
- Educational webinars on CHC eligibility, funding and assessments
- Practical sessions on documentation, evidencing need and appeals
- Networking events for CHC agency nurses and case managers
- Peer-led discussions on work-life balance, stress and resilience
By connecting with our community, nurses can develop their careers in CHC nursing, stay up to date with best practice and build relationships that often last for many years.
Specialist CHC Training & Consultancy for Nurses and Organisations
Alongside our community network, we offer specialist CHC training and consultancy for both individual nurses and healthcare organisations. Our programmes are designed by experienced CHC professionals and grounded in everyday practice.
We focus on giving nurses and providers the skills and confidence to navigate complex Continuing Healthcare processes, deliver person-centred care, and meet regulatory standards effectively.
Continuing Healthcare (CHC) Training Courses
Our CHC training modules cover the full pathway of Continuing Healthcare, including:
- Understanding CHC eligibility criteria and the National Framework
- Completing and interpreting checklists, DSTs (Decision Support Tools) and case evidence
- Best practice in care planning, risk management and reviews
- Community DoLS (Deprivation of Liberty) applications and legal considerations
- Effective multidisciplinary team (MDT) working and communication
These expert-led courses help nurses, case managers and providers navigate complex regulatory frameworks with clarity, leading to improved compliance, safer care and better patient outcomes.
CQC Preparation & Quality Improvement Support
We support organisations with pre-CQC assessments and quality improvement work, drawing on our network’s front-line experience in CHC and community services. Our consultancy can include:
- Review of policies, procedures and care documentation
- Gap analysis against Care Quality Commission (CQC) standards
- Actionable recommendations for safer, person-centred care
- Staff coaching and mentoring on inspections and audit readiness
By addressing issues early and building staff confidence, organisations can face inspections with a stronger evidence base and a higher chance of achieving positive ratings.
Support for Complex Transitions in Care
Transitions such as hospital to home, step-down placements, or changes in CHC funding can be stressful and high-risk for patients, families and staff. Through our combined nursing network and consultancy expertise, we help support smoother transitions and more consistent care.
Personalised Transition Planning
We promote structured, personalised transition planning that considers clinical needs, risks, preferences and the home or community environment. Our focus is on:
- Maintaining continuity of care when settings or teams change
- Clear communication between professionals, patients and families
- Robust handover and documentation
- Reducing the likelihood of unplanned admissions or breakdowns in care
Person-Centred Approaches During Vulnerable Periods
Every transition is approached through a person-centred lens, prioritising dignity, autonomy and the individual’s own goals. This helps to:
- Promote recovery, independence and confidence
- Reduce anxiety for patients, families and staff
- Support continuity of therapeutic relationships wherever possible
Learning Disabilities (LD) & Complex Needs: Care and Support Planning
Many members of our network work extensively with individuals who have learning disabilities, autism and complex physical or mental health needs. We champion person-centred, rights-based approaches that promote choice, control and quality of life.
Person-Centred LD Support Plans
Our approach to working with LD and complex needs is based on:
- Building care and support plans around the person’s preferences, strengths and aspirations
- Collaborating closely with families, advocates and multidisciplinary teams
- Balancing safety, independence and positive risk-taking
- Ensuring plans are clear, practical and regularly reviewed
Evidence-Based Practice in LD and CHC Care
Through our network and training, we share evidence-based strategies for supporting people with learning disabilities and complex needs within CHC pathways. This includes:
- Using current guidelines and best practice frameworks
- Embedding positive behaviour support (PBS) where appropriate
- Maintaining up-to-date knowledge of policy, law and safeguarding
Our ongoing commitment to professional development means that nurses and organisations benefit from up-to-date, practical and legally sound approaches.
Expert Insight into CHC Case Management & Complex Care
The CHC Nurses Agency Network brings together professionals with in-depth experience of CHC case management, complex packages of care and multidisciplinary coordination. While not a direct case management provider, our network and training offer insight that strengthens practice at every level.
Coordinated, Person-Centred Care
We promote approaches that ensure care is:
- Well-coordinated across multiple providers and settings
- Aligned with the person’s values, culture and preferences
- Supported by robust documentation and clear communication
- Focused on outcomes rather than just tasks
Supporting Families, Carers and Frontline Staff
Our work recognises that CHC and complex care affect not only patients, but also families, unpaid carers and frontline staff. Through shared expertise, peer support and training, we help:
- Reduce stress and uncertainty around CHC processes
- Clarify roles, responsibilities and expectations
- Improve communication and collaboration between teams
Why Join or Work With the CHC Nurses Agency Network?
The CHC Nurses Agency Network offers a unique combination of peer support, specialist CHC expertise and practical training for nurses and organisations working in Continuing Healthcare and complex care.
By joining our network or partnering with us, you can benefit from:
- Access to a trusted community of CHC agency nurses
- Up-to-date CHC training, webinars and educational events
- Insight and consultancy on CHC pathways, documentation and quality
- Support with CQC readiness and quality improvement
- Connections that can enhance your career and improve patient care
We are committed to raising standards in Continuing Healthcare nursing, sharing real-world learning and promoting compassionate, person-centred practice across all the services we touch.
Join the CHC Nurses Agency Network
If you are a CHC agency nurse, case manager, complex care nurse or healthcare leader looking for support, training or collaboration, the CHC Nurses Agency Network is here to help.
We welcome new members into our private social media groups, events and educational programmes. Whether you want to expand your professional network, deepen your CHC knowledge, or strengthen your organisation’s approach to complex care, we would love to hear from you.
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Frequently Asked Questions About CHC Nurses Agency Network
- What is the CHC Nurses Agency Network? The CHC Nurses Agency Network is a private community and consultancy hub for nurses and professionals working in NHS Continuing Healthcare, complex care and community nursing.
- Who can join the CHC Nurses Agency Network? Our network is primarily for CHC agency nurses, community nurses, case managers and professionals involved in Continuing Healthcare and complex care packages.
- Do you offer CHC training for nurses and organisations? Yes, we provide specialist CHC training on eligibility, DSTs, care planning, reviews and community DoLS for both individual clinicians and healthcare providers.
- Can you help my service prepare for a CQC inspection? We offer pre-CQC support, including policy reviews, gap analysis and practical guidance to help services strengthen compliance and quality before inspection.
- Is the CHC Nurses Agency Network only for UK-based nurses? Our focus is primarily on the UK NHS Continuing Healthcare system, so most of our members and training content are UK-based and UK-relevant.
- How do your private social media groups work? We run confidential, invite-only social media groups where members can share professional issues, ask questions and access peer support 24-7-365.
- Do you directly place nurses into CHC roles? We are a professional network and training hub rather than a recruitment agency, but many members find opportunities through networking and shared contacts.
- Can you support learning disabilities and complex needs services? Yes, our members and training include strong expertise in learning disabilities, autism and complex physical and mental health needs within CHC and community care.
- How can joining the network help my nursing career? Membership can expand your professional contacts, deepen your CHC knowledge, provide real-time peer support and open up informal opportunities for collaboration and career progression.
- How do I get started with the CHC Nurses Agency Network? Simply contact us by phone or email, or visit our website to enquire about joining our private groups, events and training programmes.