CHC Nurses Agency Network – Community, Training and Support for Continuing Healthcare Nurses
A Dedicated UK Network for CHC Agency Nurses and Healthcare Professionals
The CHC Nurses Agency Network is a specialist community and support hub for Continuing Healthcare (CHC) agency nurses and healthcare professionals across the UK. We bring nurses together to share knowledge, develop professionally, and access practical support for the realities of CHC and community-based care.
Built and run by nurses who understand the pressures of agency work, our network offers peer support, specialist training, CHC guidance, and confidential forums where professionals can discuss complex cases, regulatory changes and day-to-day challenges in a safe, supportive environment.
What Is the CHC Nurses Agency Network?
A Professional Community Designed by Nurses, for Nurses
The CHC Nurses Agency Network is more than a mailing list – it is an active professional community for CHC and community nurses working in agency, bank, and independent roles.
Our members use the network to connect with colleagues, share best practice, access up‑to‑date CHC information and receive peer support for the emotional and clinical demands of nursing.
A Safe Space to Talk Honestly About Nursing
Only another nurse truly understands the pressure, responsibility and emotional weight that comes with nursing – especially in Continuing Healthcare, community care, and complex case management.
Within our network, members openly discuss professional issues, ethical dilemmas, workload pressures, CHC assessments and decision-making, all within confidential, invite‑only online groups moderated by experienced nurses.
Key Benefits of Joining the CHC Nurses Agency Network
Build Strong Professional Connections
Grow Your CHC Professional Network
Our core network includes around 500 CHC agency nursing professionals from across the UK, working in a range of settings including community, domiciliary care, care homes, hospitals and independent practice.
Members regularly network, collaborate and support one another, often developing long‑term friendships and professional partnerships that last for many years.
Connect Through Private Social Media Groups
We host several invite‑only social media groups exclusively for members of the CHC Nurses Agency Network. These groups are active 24/7/365, allowing nurses to ask questions, share advice and seek reassurance whenever they need it.
From quick clinical queries to in‑depth conversations about CHC eligibility, assessments, funding, safeguarding, and community practice, the network provides immediate access to experienced peers.
Access Specialist CHC Knowledge and Peer Support
Support with CHC Processes and Assessments
Many of our members are experienced in NHS Continuing Healthcare (CHC) checklists, Decision Support Tools (DSTs), reviews and appeals, and they regularly share insights on how to apply guidance in real‑world practice.
Through our community conversations and resources, agency nurses can deepen their understanding of CHC frameworks, assess complex needs confidently, and advocate effectively for patients.
Help with Complex Community and LD Care
Members routinely discuss complex care in the community, including learning disabilities (LD), mental health, DOLs in the community, safeguarding, and person‑centred care planning.
This peer-to-peer exchange helps agency nurses feel less isolated and more supported when managing high‑risk, high‑complexity caseloads in independent and community settings.
Events, Networking and Ongoing Professional Development
Regular Online and In‑Person Events
Bringing CHC Agency Nurses Together
We run regular events, meet‑ups, online sessions and webinars to bring our community of nurses together in a relaxed, friendly environment.
These events offer opportunities to learn, de‑stress, share experiences and build meaningful professional relationships with nurses who truly understand the CHC landscape.
Stay Up to Date with CHC and Community Care
Our sessions often focus on current CHC guidance, community nursing best practice, CQC expectations, safeguarding, Mental Capacity Act, and DOLs in the community, helping members stay informed and confident in their roles.
We also share news, policy updates and practice changes across our groups so that members are always aware of emerging trends and regulatory developments.
Informal Learning and Skills Development
Learn from Experienced CHC and Community Nurses
While we are primarily a network rather than a formal training provider, our community naturally supports continuous informal learning through case discussion, resource sharing and peer mentoring.
Members frequently exchange templates, case examples, reflective practice ideas, documentation tips and practical CHC insights that can be used immediately in everyday practice.
Support Your Revalidation and Career Progression
Participation in the network can support NMC revalidation requirements, including reflective discussions, evidence of CPD, and professional feedback.
By engaging with the community, agency nurses can strengthen their portfolios, expand their skillset and access informal guidance on career development across CHC, case management and community nursing roles.
A Relaxed Space for Real Conversations About Nursing Life
Look After Your Wellbeing as Well as Your Career
A Place to Decompress and Be Understood
The CHC Nurses Agency Network is also a place where nurses can talk honestly about stress, burnout, workload and emotional impact – without judgement.
Our members recognise that wellbeing and good mental health are essential to safe practice, and we encourage open, compassionate conversations around self‑care, boundaries and resilience.
Friendships That Last Beyond Shifts
Many of our nurses join the community for professional reasons and stay for the friendships and social support they discover along the way.
It is common for members to remain in contact, meet up socially and support each other through life and career changes long after first connecting through the network.
Confidential, Invite‑Only Social Media Groups
Professional Issues Shared 24/7/365
Always-On Peer Support
Our private, moderated social media groups are available 24 hours a day, 7 days a week, 365 days a year, ensuring that no nurse has to face a professional challenge alone.
From night shift worries to urgent CHC queries, there is almost always someone online who can offer perspective, signpost guidance or simply listen.
Confidential and Respectful Discussions
Membership is by invitation and approval only, and all members agree to strict confidentiality and professionalism guidelines.
This creates a safe, respectful space where sensitive issues can be discussed without breaching confidentiality or professional standards.
Who Is the CHC Nurses Agency Network For?
Nurses and Professionals Working in CHC and Community Settings
Our network is ideal for:
- Agency and bank nurses involved in Continuing Healthcare (CHC) and community-based care.
- Registered Nurses working with complex needs, learning disabilities, mental health and community DOLs.
- Nurses transitioning into CHC roles who want peer support and informal guidance.
- Experienced CHC professionals who wish to share expertise and mentor others.
If you work in or around CHC, community care or complex case management and would value connection, support and shared knowledge, the CHC Nurses Agency Network is for you.
Why Join the CHC Nurses Agency Network?
Supportive Community of CHC Experts
Gain access to a large, active network of CHC and community nursing professionals who understand your role and want to help you succeed.
Real-World Advice You Can Use Immediately
Receive practical, experience-based insights on CHC processes, documentation, complex cases and everyday nursing challenges.
Relaxed, Friendly and Non‑Judgemental
Enjoy a welcoming environment where you can be honest about the highs and lows of nursing, knowing you will be heard and supported.
How to Join the CHC Nurses Agency Network
We welcome new members who are committed to professional standards, respectful discussion and supporting fellow nurses.
To request to join our private social media groups and events, please contact us via our website or social channels and include a brief outline of your current role and CHC/community experience. Once approved, you will be invited into our confidential groups and introduced to the wider network.
Frequently Asked Questions (FAQs)
- What is the CHC Nurses Agency Network? It is a UK-based professional community and support network for nurses working in Continuing Healthcare (CHC) and community roles.
- Who can join the CHC Nurses Agency Network? Agency, bank and independent nurses involved in CHC, community care, complex care or related fields are welcome to apply.
- Is there a cost to join the network? Membership details, including any fees, are confirmed individually when you contact us to join.
- How do I access the private social media groups? Once your membership is approved, we will send you secure invitations to our confidential, invite‑only groups.
- Do you provide formal CHC training courses? We primarily offer peer support and informal learning; any structured sessions or webinars are advertised within the network.
- Can I discuss real cases in the group? Yes, as long as you fully anonymise all patient information and follow NMC and confidentiality guidelines.
- How active is the CHC Nurses Agency Network? Our core network of around 500 CHC agency nursing professionals shares professional issues and support 24-7-365.
- Do you organise in‑person events? Yes, we run regular meet‑ups and events, which are promoted across our social media groups and network channels.
- Will this help with my NMC revalidation? Participation can support revalidation through reflective discussions, evidence of CPD and professional feedback.
- How can I join the CHC Nurses Agency Network? Simply get in touch through our website or social media to express your interest, and we will guide you through the joining process.