CHC Nurses Agency Network: UK CHC Training & Support

CHC Nurses Agency Network connects UK Continuing Healthcare and community agency nurses with specialist CHC training, peer support and a confidential professional network. Access CHC eligibility guidance, discharge planning support, LD best practice, DoLS awareness and CQC insights, plus webinars, events and 24/7 invite-only groups. Join to grow your CHC skills, reduce isolation and feel more confident managing complex CHC cases across UK settings.





CHC Nurses Agency Network: Continuing Healthcare Training, Support & Community for UK Agency Nurses


CHC Nurses Agency Network: Supporting UK Nurses Working in Continuing Healthcare

Specialist CHC Training, Peer Support & Professional Networking for Agency Nurses

The CHC Nurses Agency Network is a dedicated community for nurses working in Continuing Healthcare (CHC) and community settings across the UK. We combine specialist CHC training, expert guidance and a strong peer support network to help agency nurses develop their skills, share knowledge and navigate complex cases with confidence.

Our core aim is to empower CHC and community nurses through practical education and genuine connection. From CHC eligibility assessments and complex discharge planning to learning disability support and regulatory compliance, we provide a safe, confidential space where nurses can ask questions, share experiences and access up-to-date information 24-7-365.

With a core network of around 500 CHC agency nursing professionals connected through invite-only social media groups and regular events, the CHC Nurses Agency Network is the place to relax, debrief and grow your CHC nursing career.

What Is the CHC Nurses Agency Network?

A Safe, Supportive Space for CHC and Community Agency Nurses

The CHC Nurses Agency Network is a professional community built by nurses, for nurses. We understand that only another nurse truly understands the realities of nursing – the pressure, responsibility and emotional challenges that come with the role, especially within Continuing Healthcare.

Our network offers:

  • Private, confidential social media groups exclusively for CHC and agency nurses.
  • 24/7 peer support for professional discussions, case queries and moral support.
  • Regular online and in-person events to connect, learn and collaborate.
  • Access to CHC-focused resources, training opportunities and expert insights.

Many nurses in our community form long-term professional and personal friendships, regularly keeping in touch, supporting each other through challenging shifts, complex cases and career decisions.

How We Support CHC Nurses Across the UK

CHC Transitions & Discharge Support: Safer, Smoother Patient Journeys

Guidance on Hospital Discharge, Community Placements and Complex Transitions

Transitions between hospital, home and community settings can be particularly complex in Continuing Healthcare. Through our network, nurses share real-world strategies for:

  • Managing hospital to home CHC discharges safely.
  • Supporting care home and supported living transitions.
  • Maintaining continuity of care and communication between teams and families.
  • Advocating for appropriate CHC funding and support during transitions.

By learning from peers experienced in similar situations, CHC nurses can reduce disruptions to care, support safer decision-making, and promote patient safety and dignity throughout every transition.

Pre-CQC Readiness & Regulatory Awareness

Understanding CQC Standards from a CHC Nursing Perspective

While we are primarily a nurse-focused network rather than a consultancy to providers, our members frequently discuss:

  • CQC expectations in CHC and community settings.
  • Real examples of what works well during inspections.
  • Documentation, care planning and risk management best practice.
  • How agency nurses can contribute to safe, compliant practice wherever they work.

This peer-to-peer learning helps CHC nurses understand how their practice links to Care Quality Commission (CQC) standards, ensuring better outcomes for patients, providers and professionals alike.

Supporting People with Learning Disabilities in CHC & Community Care

Person-Centred Approaches Shared by Experienced Practitioners

Many nurses in our network regularly work with individuals who have learning disabilities (LD), autism or complex behavioural needs in CHC-funded or community settings. Within our groups, nurses share:

  • Person-centred care planning approaches for LD and autism.
  • Strategies to promote independence, dignity and choice.
  • Positive behaviour support ideas and risk reduction techniques.
  • Communication tools to work effectively with families and multidisciplinary teams.

This helps CHC and community nurses deliver safer, more personalised care and improve the quality of life for people with learning disabilities.

Specialist Support for Continuing Healthcare (CHC) & Community DOLs

Peer Learning Around CHC Eligibility, Reviews and Appeals

Understanding the National Framework Through Shared Experience

CHC processes can be complex and stressful to navigate, particularly for agency nurses working across multiple settings. Within the CHC Nurses Agency Network, members discuss:

  • CHC checklists, Decision Support Tools (DSTs) and eligibility criteria.
  • Managing CHC reviews, appeals and fast-track funding.
  • Documenting needs clearly and evidencing primary health need.
  • Working collaboratively with ICBs, local authorities and families.

By pooling experience from hundreds of CHC and community nurses, our network helps members build confidence in CHC processes, funding pathways and decision-making.

Community Deprivation of Liberty (DoLS/DOL) Awareness

Ethical, Legal and Practical Considerations in Community Settings

Our members also frequently explore issues around Deprivation of Liberty in the community, including:

  • Understanding when restrictions may amount to a deprivation of liberty.
  • Working within MCA (Mental Capacity Act) principles.
  • Balancing risk, safety and individual rights.
  • Recognising when to escalate concerns or seek legal/managerial advice.

These discussions support nurses to remain ethically grounded and legally aware in complex community cases.

Events, Networking & Community Support

Regular Events for CHC Agency Nurses

Workshops, Webinars and Informal Meet-Ups

We organise and promote a range of CHC-focused events to help agency nurses connect and stay up to date, including:

  • Online webinars and Q&A sessions on CHC topics.
  • Small group case discussions and reflective practice sessions.
  • Networking meet-ups where nurses can relax and talk openly.
  • Signposting to wider industry conferences and CHC updates.

These events create opportunities for continuing professional development (CPD), networking and emotional support, all within a community that understands the realities of CHC nursing.

Confidential, Invite-Only Social Media Groups

24-7-365 Support from a Core Network of 500+ CHC Nurses

Our private groups are the heart of the CHC Nurses Agency Network. Within these secure, invite-only spaces, nurses:

  • Share professional issues, dilemmas and questions at any time.
  • Discuss CHC, community, LD and complex care challenges.
  • Offer practical tips and emotional support to one another.
  • Build trusted relationships that often last for years.

Knowing you are not alone – and that hundreds of CHC nurses are just a message away – can make daily work significantly less isolating and stressful.

Why Join the CHC Nurses Agency Network?

For Professional Growth, Connection and Confidence

A Network Built on Shared Experience and Mutual Support

Joining the CHC Nurses Agency Network gives you access to:

  • Ongoing professional development through discussion, events and shared resources.
  • A large, active community of CHC, community and agency nurses.
  • An environment where you can ask questions without judgement.
  • Support that can help you feel more confident in complex CHC cases.

We welcome new and experienced CHC nurses alike. Whether you are just starting in CHC or have years of experience, our network can help you stay informed, connected and resilient.

A Community That Understands the Realities of CHC Nursing

Reducing Isolation and Stress for Agency Nurses

Agency nurses working across multiple settings can often feel isolated from permanent teams. Our network provides:

  • A place to decompress after difficult shifts.
  • Peers who truly understand the pressures of CHC and community work.
  • Shared solutions to workload, burnout and well-being challenges.
  • A sense of belonging to a wider professional community.

Many of our members report that being part of the CHC Nurses Agency Network has made their working life easier, more manageable and more rewarding.

How to Join the CHC Nurses Agency Network

If you are a nurse working in Continuing Healthcare, community nursing, agency work or complex care, we would be delighted to welcome you into our community.

To get started:

  • Contact us via our website or designated channels to express your interest.
  • We will explain how our private social media groups and events operate.
  • Once accepted, you will receive an invite to join our confidential online spaces.
  • You can then begin connecting with hundreds of CHC agency nurses across the UK.

Join a supportive, knowledgeable and professional CHC nursing network committed to raising standards of care and supporting one another, every day of the year.

Frequently Asked Questions (FAQs)

  1. What is the CHC Nurses Agency Network? The CHC Nurses Agency Network is a UK-based professional community for nurses working in Continuing Healthcare, community and agency roles, offering peer support, networking and education.
  2. Who can join the CHC Nurses Agency Network? Registered nurses working in CHC, community nursing, complex care or agency roles in the UK are welcome to apply to join the network.
  3. Is the network only for agency nurses? The network is especially focused on agency nurses, but also includes nurses working in CHC and community roles across different settings.
  4. How do I access the private social media groups? Once you contact us and your membership is accepted, you will be invited into our confidential, invite-only social media groups.
  5. Does the network provide formal CHC training courses? We focus on peer learning and shared expertise, and we also signpost members to relevant CHC training, webinars and events.
  6. Is there a cost to join the CHC Nurses Agency Network? Please contact us directly for the most up-to-date information on membership options and any associated costs.
  7. Can I discuss specific patient cases in the groups? Yes, you can discuss cases in a professional, anonymised way that protects confidentiality and complies with NMC and GDPR requirements.
  8. Do you offer support with CHC checklists and DSTs? Our members regularly share experience, tips and perspectives on CHC checklists, DSTs and eligibility assessments to help each other build confidence.
  9. Are your groups active outside normal working hours? Yes, our network provides 24-7-365 support, with nurses posting and responding at all times of the day and night.
  10. How do I get started with joining the CHC Nurses Agency Network? Simply reach out to us via our website or contact details, and we will guide you through the quick process of joining our community.