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CHC Nurses Agency Network: Community, Training & Support for Agency Nurses
A Dedicated Network for Continuing Healthcare (CHC) Agency Nurses
CHC Nurses Agency Network is a specialist hub for agency nurses working in Continuing Healthcare (CHC) across the UK. Our mission is to connect, support and empower CHC nurses with expert knowledge, peer-to-peer guidance and a strong professional community.
We understand the realities of agency nursing in complex CHC environments — the heavy caseloads, evolving guidance, and the emotional demands of delivering high-quality, person-centred care. That’s why we’ve built a space where CHC nurses can relax, learn, share and grow together.
What Is the CHC Nurses Agency Network?
The CHC Nurses Agency Network is an active, invite-only community of around 500 CHC agency nursing professionals who support each other 24/7/365. Our network brings together experienced CHC nurses, new starters and specialist practitioners who work across domiciliary care, care homes, community services and complex case management.
Through confidential social media groups, regular events and shared resources, we help agency nurses build trusted connections, share best practice and access up-to-date information on CHC processes, assessments and legal frameworks.
Why Join the CHC Nurses Agency Network?
As any nurse knows, only another nurse truly understands the pressures, accountability and emotional weight of the role. Within our network, you are surrounded by peers who understand CHC-specific challenges and can offer realistic, practical support.
- Connect with CHC agency nurses who work in similar roles and settings.
- Ask questions in a safe, confidential space and get rapid, experience-based answers.
- Access peer support on complex cases, CHC eligibility, appeals and community DoLS.
- Stay informed about changes to CHC frameworks, policies and best practice.
- Build lasting professional relationships and genuine friendships.
Our Core Support & Development Areas
Professional Networking for CHC Agency Nurses
We provide a structured yet informal space for CHC agency nurses to expand their professional network, collaborate on practice issues and share insights from across regions and providers.
Most of our members stay in regular contact via our private social media groups, developing long-term peer relationships that continue over many years and across different contracts and settings.
Events, Meet-Ups & Online Sessions
The CHC Nurses Agency Network runs regular events to bring our community together, both online and, where possible, in person. These events are designed to be supportive, informal and focused on real-world CHC practice.
- Topic-based online sessions on CHC assessments, appeals and funding.
- Peer-led discussions on case management, risk, capacity and best interests.
- Networking meet-ups to strengthen connections and share experiences.
- Opportunities to present, mentor and contribute to the wider community.
Private Social Media Groups & 24/7 Peer Support
Members of the CHC Nurses Agency Network gain access to several confidential, invite-only social media groups where professional issues can be openly shared and discussed around the clock.
From complex CHC eligibility questions to documentation queries, safeguarding concerns or simply offloading after a difficult shift, our network provides a safe environment to talk, reflect and get practical support from colleagues who understand.
Specialist Focus on Continuing Healthcare (CHC) & Community DoLS
CHC Processes, Assessments & Reviews
Our community specialises in NHS Continuing Healthcare, bringing together nurses who are actively involved in CHC screening, eligibility assessments, DST completion, case reviews and complex care planning.
Through peer discussion and shared resources, members enhance their understanding of CHC frameworks, evidence gathering, robust documentation and multidisciplinary working, helping to improve the quality and consistency of assessments and decision-making.
Community Deprivation of Liberty (DoLS) & Legal Frameworks
Community Deprivation of Liberty (DoLS) and related legal frameworks are a key area of practice for many CHC agency nurses, especially when supporting adults with complex needs in community settings.
Within the CHC Nurses Agency Network, you can discuss real-life scenarios, share learning on capacity assessments, best interests decisions and legal documentation, and stay updated on evolving guidance around restrictions, safeguards and human rights in care.
Case Management & Complex Care Coordination
Many of our members are involved in CHC case management and the coordination of complex care packages in the community, care homes and supported environments.
The network supports case managers and agency nurses to refine their skills in holistic assessment, risk management, escalation processes and multi-agency working to ensure safe, effective and person-centred care.
Learning, Development & Shared Resources
Peer-Led Learning & Informal Training
While we are first and foremost a community, our members regularly share tools, templates and tips that support professional development in CHC nursing, from documentation examples to reflective practice models.
You’ll benefit from collective experience around CHC eligibility, funding decisions, appeals, fast-track processes and safeguarding, helping you feel more confident and informed in your day-to-day practice.
Staying Updated with CHC Policy & Best Practice
The CHC landscape changes regularly, with updates to national frameworks, local policies and case law that directly impact how agency nurses work.
As a member of the CHC Nurses Agency Network, you can tap into collective intelligence from across the country, hearing quickly about relevant changes and discussing how to implement them in practice.
A Supportive Community That Understands Agency Nursing
Agency nursing in CHC can be isolating, especially when you move between organisations, teams and care settings. Our network creates continuity, friendship and a sense of belonging that follows you from contract to contract.
Many of our members form strong personal and professional connections, often becoming friends for life, while continuing to share advice, job opportunities and encouragement throughout their careers.
Who Can Join the CHC Nurses Agency Network?
- Registered nurses working as agency or bank staff in Continuing Healthcare (CHC).
- Nurses involved in CHC assessments, DSTs, reviews and case management.
- Agency nurses supporting CHC-funded individuals in community or care home settings.
- Nurses new to CHC who want to learn from experienced colleagues.
- Senior CHC nurses and case managers who wish to mentor and share expertise.
If you are committed to high-quality CHC practice and want to be part of a supportive, knowledgeable community of agency nurses, the CHC Nurses Agency Network is for you.
How Our Private Social Media Groups Work
We host several confidential, invite-only social media groups where our core network of around 500 CHC agency nursing professionals stay in touch and share updates daily.
- Closed groups to protect privacy, confidentiality and professional integrity.
- Moderated spaces focused on respectful, constructive discussion.
- Open 24-7-365, so you can post when it suits your shifts and lifestyle.
- Dedicated threads for questions, case discussions, job opportunities and resources.
Benefits of Joining the CHC Nurses Agency Network
- Feel less isolated in your CHC agency role through daily peer contact.
- Gain confidence in CHC processes, documentation and legal considerations.
- Access real-time advice and second opinions on complex situations.
- Develop your CHC knowledge and career through shared learning and events.
- Build a long-term professional support network that moves with your career.
How to Join the CHC Nurses Agency Network
We welcome new members who are actively working in or moving into CHC agency nursing. To join, simply reach out to us via our contact channels to request an invitation.
Once verified, you will be added to our private social media groups and will be able to take part in our events, discussions and ongoing peer support.
Get Involved Today
If you are a CHC agency nurse looking for community, support and professional growth, the CHC Nurses Agency Network is ready to welcome you.
Contact us today to find out how to join our network, access our confidential social media groups and start connecting with CHC agency nurses across the UK.
Frequently Asked Questions (FAQs)
- What is the CHC Nurses Agency Network?
- Who can join the CHC Nurses Agency Network?
- Is there a fee to join the CHC Nurses Agency Network?
- How do I join your private social media groups?
- What type of support can I expect from the network?
- Do you offer formal CHC or Community DoLS training?
- Are discussions in the network confidential?
- Can newly qualified nurses join if they are interested in CHC?
- Do you organise in-person events as well as online sessions?
- How do I contact the CHC Nurses Agency Network?
The CHC Nurses Agency Network is a specialist community of around 500 agency nurses who work in Continuing Healthcare (CHC) and support each other through private groups, events and shared resources.
Registered nurses working in, or moving into, CHC agency roles in the UK are welcome to apply to join the network.
Membership arrangements may vary over time, so please contact us directly for the latest information on any fees or joining criteria.
Once your membership is confirmed, we will send you secure invitations to our confidential, invite-only social media groups.
You can expect peer advice, CHC practice tips, emotional support, shared learning, event access and a safe space to discuss real-world challenges.
We focus on peer-led learning and shared experience, and may signpost members to formal CHC and community DoLS training opportunities where appropriate.
Yes, our groups are private and invite-only, and we expect all members to follow strict confidentiality and professional standards at all times.
Newly qualified nurses moving into CHC agency roles are welcome, as long as they are committed to learning and maintaining safe, high-quality practice.
Where possible, we host both online sessions and in-person meet-ups so members can network, learn and build relationships face-to-face.
You can contact us via our website, email or social media channels to request more information and start the process of joining the network.
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