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CHC Nurses Agency Network – Specialist CHC Training, Support & Community
Connecting and Empowering CHC Agency Nurses Across the UK
The CHC Nurses Agency Network is a specialist community for Continuing Healthcare (CHC) agency nurses, offering expert CHC training, consultancy, networking, and professional support for nurses and healthcare organisations.
We bring together experienced CHC professionals in a supportive environment where nurses can share knowledge, build confidence, and develop their careers, while healthcare providers gain access to highly skilled CHC nurses and consultancy services that enhance patient outcomes, compliance, and service quality.
With a core network of over 500 CHC agency nursing professionals, we provide a safe and confidential space for nurses to discuss real-world challenges, access specialist guidance, and stay up to date with the latest in NHS Continuing Healthcare, Community DoLS, CQC expectations, and best practice in complex care.
A Supportive Professional Network for CHC Agency Nurses
A Place to Connect, Share and Grow
The CHC Nurses Agency Network is more than a training provider – it is a professional community where CHC nurses can relax, connect, and talk openly with people who truly understand the pressures and realities of nursing.
Through our invite-only, confidential social media groups and online communities, members can share experiences, ask questions, and access peer support 24/7, 365 days a year. Many nurses in our network build friendships and professional connections that last for years.
We actively welcome new CHC agency nurses into the network and provide clear guidance on how to join our private groups and live events, so you feel supported right from the start.
Regular Events and Professional Networking
We run regular events, workshops, and online sessions designed specifically for CHC agency nurses, focused on real-world Continuing Healthcare practice, legal updates, and professional development.
Our events create opportunities to meet like-minded CHC professionals, discuss complex cases, explore new roles, and learn directly from experienced CHC nurse assessors, case managers, and clinical leaders. Many of our members keep in touch well beyond events, forming strong, lasting professional networks.
Specialist Training & Consultancy for Continuing Healthcare (CHC)
Expert CHC Training for Nurses and Healthcare Teams
Our Continuing Healthcare training programmes are tailored for agency nurses, CHC teams, care providers, and managers who need a clear, practical understanding of CHC eligibility, assessment, and funding processes.
Delivered by experienced CHC practitioners, our courses cover:
- Understanding the National Framework for NHS Continuing Healthcare
- How to accurately complete the Checklist and Decision Support Tool (DST)
- Recording robust clinical rationales and evidence
- CHC reviews, appeals, and dispute resolution
- Care planning and coordination for CHC-funded packages
Whether you are new to CHC or an experienced practitioner wanting to enhance your skills, our training is designed to build confidence, improve documentation quality, and support defensible decision-making.
CHC Consultancy for Providers and Organisations
The CHC Nurses Agency Network also offers consultancy services for care homes, supported living providers, agencies, and integrated care boards seeking to improve CHC processes and outcomes.
We support organisations with:
- Reviewing and improving CHC assessment and review processes
- Preparing accurate clinical evidence for CHC panels and appeals
- Strengthening collaboration between commissioners and providers
- Developing policies, procedures, and staff training linked to CHC
Our goal is to help healthcare organisations streamline CHC pathways, reduce disputes, and ensure patients receive the funding and support they are entitled to.
Holistic Support for Care Transitions & Complex Care
Supporting Safe Transitions Between Care Settings
Transitions between hospital, home, care homes, and community settings are critical points in a person’s care journey, particularly for those eligible for Continuing Healthcare.
Our network of experienced CHC nurses provides training and practical guidance on how to:
- Plan safe discharge and transition pathways
- Coordinate with multidisciplinary teams and families
- Maintain continuity of care and minimise risks
- Reduce avoidable hospital readmissions
By focusing on person-centred, well-coordinated transitions, we support both professionals and organisations to deliver smoother, safer moves between services.
Best Practice in Person-Centred Complex Care
Many CHC-funded individuals have complex health needs, including Learning Disabilities, neurological conditions, or advanced long-term conditions.
Through our network, CHC nurses share practical strategies to:
- Develop robust, person-centred care plans
- Balance risk, independence, and choice
- Work closely with families, advocates, and MDT professionals
- Enhance quality of life while maintaining safety and compliance
This shared expertise helps agency nurses and providers deliver high-quality, respectful, and legally sound complex care in community and residential settings.
Preparation for Regulatory Excellence & CQC Expectations
Strengthening Quality, Compliance and Governance
While the CHC Nurses Agency Network is first and foremost a professional community and training resource, we also help organisations understand how CHC-related practice connects to CQC expectations, clinical governance, and regulatory compliance.
Through our training, guidance and shared resources, we support:
- Safer documentation and record-keeping for CHC-funded care
- Clear care planning and risk management
- Improved communication between agencies, providers, and CHC teams
- A culture of continuous learning and reflective practice
This focus on quality and governance helps providers and nurses deliver safe, effective, person-centred care that stands up to scrutiny.
Community DoLS (Deprivation of Liberty) & Legal Awareness
Supporting Community DoLS Applications and Practice
Many CHC-funded individuals are cared for in the community under arrangements that may require a Community Deprivation of Liberty Safeguards (DoLS) or other legal authorisations.
Within the network, we offer training and peer support to help nurses:
- Understand the legal framework around Community DoLS
- Recognise when restrictions may amount to a deprivation of liberty
- Work effectively with local authorities, commissioners and legal teams
- Support lawful, proportionate, and person-centred care
This practical support helps CHC nurses feel more confident navigating the legal and ethical aspects of complex community care.
CHC-Related Events, Webinars & Learning Opportunities
Ongoing Professional Development for CHC Nurses
The CHC Nurses Agency Network hosts and promotes CHC-focused events, webinars, study days and discussion sessions throughout the year, all designed to keep members informed and up to date.
Topics include:
- National Framework updates and policy changes
- Case law and legal developments affecting CHC and DoLS
- Best practice in assessments, reviews, and appeals
- Real case discussions and reflective practice sessions
These events help CHC nurses build expertise, gain CPD, and stay ahead of changes that affect everyday practice.
Why Join the CHC Nurses Agency Network?
Benefits for Individual CHC Nurses
- Access to a confidential, invite-only community of CHC professionals
- Peer support from nurses who understand CHC pressures and complexities
- Opportunities to learn, reflect, and grow in your CHC career
- Regular updates on framework changes, practice guidance, and legal issues
- Invites to events, webinars, and networking opportunities
Benefits for Healthcare Providers & Organisations
- Links to a community of experienced CHC agency nurses
- Access to training and consultancy that improves CHC practice
- Support to strengthen documentation, assessments, and reviews
- Improved communication and partnership with CHC clinicians
- Enhanced quality, safety, and compliance in care delivery
Conclusion
The CHC Nurses Agency Network is a trusted, specialist community for agency nurses, healthcare professionals, and organisations involved in NHS Continuing Healthcare.
Through peer support, expert training, consultancy, and regular CHC events, we help nurses feel less isolated, more confident, and better equipped to deliver safe, person-centred care in line with national expectations.
Whether you are an individual CHC nurse seeking community and development, or a healthcare provider wanting to strengthen your CHC practice, the CHC Nurses Agency Network is here to support, connect, and empower you.
Join or Contact the CHC Nurses Agency Network
If you would like to join our CHC Agency Nurses Network, gain access to our private social media groups, or discuss training and consultancy for your organisation, please get in touch.
Contact us today via our website or preferred contact channels to learn how the CHC Nurses Agency Network can support your professional journey and improve CHC outcomes.
Frequently Asked Questions
- What is the CHC Nurses Agency Network? The CHC Nurses Agency Network is a specialist community and training hub for agency nurses and professionals working in NHS Continuing Healthcare.
- Who can join the CHC Nurses Agency Network? Any nurse or healthcare professional with an interest in CHC practice, assessments, or complex community care can request to join.
- Is the network only for agency nurses? While our core focus is on agency nurses, we also welcome CHC assessors, case managers, and related professionals.
- What kind of training do you provide? We deliver training on CHC eligibility, checklists, DSTs, care planning, reviews, appeals, and Community DoLS awareness.
- Do you offer consultancy to organisations? Yes, we support care providers, agencies, and commissioners with CHC process improvement, documentation, and staff development.
- How do I access the private social media groups? Once your membership is confirmed, we provide secure invitations to our confidential, invite-only online groups.
- Are your events and webinars recorded? Many of our online sessions are recorded and made available to members for later viewing, subject to content and consent.
- Is there a cost to join the network? Membership and event pricing varies, so please contact us directly for current details on fees and available packages.
- Can organisations book bespoke CHC training? Yes, we can design and deliver tailored CHC training for teams, services, or organisations based on specific needs.
- How do I get in touch with the CHC Nurses Agency Network? You can contact us via our website contact form, email, or phone to discuss membership, training, or consultancy.
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