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CHC Nurses Agency Network
The UK’s Professional Community for CHC Agency Nurses, Training & Support
The CHC Nurses Agency Network is a dedicated UK-based community and support hub for nurses working in NHS Continuing Healthcare (CHC), agency nursing, and complex care in the community. We bring together experienced CHC nurses, case managers and healthcare professionals to share knowledge, offer peer support, and develop professional practice in a safe, confidential space.
Our mission is to support CHC agency nurses with practical training, expert guidance and a strong professional network. Through our events, social media communities and specialist resources, we help nurses navigate complex CHC pathways, improve patient outcomes, and build rewarding, sustainable careers in Continuing Healthcare.
Whether you are new to CHC or an experienced practitioner, the CHC Nurses Agency Network offers connection, career development and real-world support tailored to the realities of agency and CHC nursing in the UK.
A Supportive Network Built by CHC Nurses, for CHC Nurses
We understand that only another nurse truly understands the pressures, complexity and emotional demands of CHC and agency nursing. That is why the CHC Nurses Agency Network was created: to give nurses a safe place to connect, debrief, share ideas and access guidance from peers who live the same reality every day.
Our core network includes around 500 CHC agency nursing professionals who stay connected through confidential, invite-only social media groups and regular events. Many of our members build lasting friendships, support one another through challenging cases, and stay in touch for many years.
We welcome new members into our community all year round and offer structured opportunities to relax, learn and grow in your CHC nursing career.
Regular Events, Meet-Ups & CHC-Focused Learning
The CHC Nurses Agency Network runs regular online and in-person events for nurses working in Continuing Healthcare and complex care. These events are designed to support your professional development, improve your confidence with CHC processes, and give you space to connect with others who understand your role.
Our events include:
- CHC-focused webinars and workshops on assessment, eligibility and funding
- Peer-led case discussion sessions in a confidential environment
- Networking meet-ups for agency and independent nurses
- Updates on policy changes, national guidance and CHC best practice
- Informal social events to unwind and connect with fellow nurses
By attending our sessions, you can stay up to date with CHC guidance, learn from experienced practitioners and build a strong professional network that supports you throughout your career.
Confidential 24/7 Peer Support via Private Social Media Groups
One of the core strengths of the CHC Nurses Agency Network is our set of confidential, invite-only social media groups, available 24-7-365. These groups are built around trust, mutual respect and a shared commitment to improving care for people eligible for Continuing Healthcare.
Within these groups, members can:
- Ask clinical and professional questions specific to CHC and complex care
- Seek peer advice about challenging CHC assessments and reviews
- Share useful resources, templates and tools related to CHC
- Discuss CQC expectations and local commissioning practices
- Access emotional support from colleagues who truly understand the job
This ongoing communication helps nurses feel less isolated, more empowered and better equipped to deliver safe, person-centred care within the CHC framework.
Professional Development & CHC-Specific Training
Ongoing learning is essential in such a specialist area as Continuing Healthcare. The CHC Nurses Agency Network supports your development through targeted CHC training and signposting to relevant courses and learning opportunities.
Our community provides access to, or guidance on, training in areas such as:
- NHS Continuing Healthcare (CHC) assessment and eligibility
- CHC checklists, Decision Support Tools (DSTs) and panel preparation
- Community Deprivation of Liberty (DoL) applications and legal frameworks
- Complex care planning and person-centred approaches
- Safeguarding, mental capacity and risk management in CHC
- Record-keeping, documentation and audit-readiness
Our learning opportunities are practical, grounded in real cases, and designed to build your confidence when handling CHC processes in the community and across care settings.
CHC & Community DoL Application Guidance
Many agency and independent nurses feel uncertain when it comes to CHC funding applications and community Deprivation of Liberty (DoL) processes. Within the CHC Nurses Agency Network, we provide peers and resources that can help you navigate these complex areas more confidently.
Through our network you can:
- Discuss best practice for CHC applications and reviews
- Clarify eligibility criteria and threshold levels
- Share practical tips for gathering and presenting evidence
- Explore DoL safeguards in community settings and supported living
- Understand the interfaces between CHC, social care and mental capacity law
This peer-led support helps you improve patient outcomes, protect people’s rights, and feel more secure in your role when handling complex funding and liberty-related decisions.
Support Around CQC, Quality & Governance for Agency Nurses
Although we are primarily a network and community, many of our members are involved in CQC-regulated services or work closely with providers who are. Within our groups, experienced nurses and managers regularly share practical insights on quality, safety and regulatory expectations.
Through shared experience, you can:
- Better understand CQC Key Lines of Enquiry (KLOEs) related to CHC and complex care
- Discuss documentation standards that demonstrate safe, effective care
- Learn how to contribute to quality improvement and audit as an agency nurse
- Gain confidence in raising and escalating concerns appropriately
- Support providers to maintain compliance and high standards of care
This focus on governance and standards benefits both individual nurses and the organisations they work with, helping to raise the overall quality of CHC provision.
Person-Centred Care for People with Complex Needs & Learning Disabilities
Many CHC Nurses Agency Network members work with individuals with learning disabilities, autism, mental health needs and complex physical conditions. Our community actively shares person-centred approaches that respect dignity, independence and choice.
Through shared practice, resources and discussion, our network helps nurses to:
- Develop holistic care plans that reflect what matters most to the person
- Balance risk, safety and independence in community settings
- Work collaboratively with families, advocates and MDTs
- Promote communication, inclusion and meaningful activity
- Ensure care remains rights-based and person-led, even in complex situations
This collective knowledge supports better outcomes for people with complex needs and CHC funding, wherever they live and receive care.
Why Join the CHC Nurses Agency Network?
Joining the CHC Nurses Agency Network offers tangible benefits for your professional life and personal wellbeing as a nurse:
- Community: Be part of a trusted network of around 500 CHC nurses who understand your role.
- Support: Access 24/7 peer support through confidential, invite-only social media groups.
- Learning: Stay up to date with CHC policy, DoL safeguards and best practice.
- Confidence: Gain clarity on complex CHC assessments, documentation and decision-making.
- Networking: Build relationships for future collaboration, mentorship and career opportunities.
- Wellbeing: Share the emotional load of nursing with people who truly “get it”.
Whether you work as an agency nurse, independent nurse, case manager or complex care specialist, the CHC Nurses Agency Network provides an ongoing source of knowledge, connection and encouragement.
How to Join the CHC Nurses Agency Network
If you are a nurse or healthcare professional involved in Continuing Healthcare, agency nursing or community complex care, we would be delighted to welcome you to our network. Membership gives you access to our private social media groups, events and shared resources.
To join, simply reach out via our website or social channels, confirm your professional status, and we will guide you through the process of joining our invite-only groups. From there, you can immediately start connecting with colleagues, attending events and contributing to our growing community.
Contact the CHC Nurses Agency Network
To learn more about the CHC Nurses Agency Network, upcoming events, or how to join our confidential social media groups, please contact us today. We look forward to helping you develop your CHC skills, expand your professional network and feel fully supported in your nursing career.
Frequently Asked Questions (FAQs)
- What is the CHC Nurses Agency Network? The CHC Nurses Agency Network is a UK-based professional community for nurses working in Continuing Healthcare, agency nursing and complex care.
- Who can join the CHC Nurses Agency Network? Registered nurses and healthcare professionals involved in CHC, agency nursing or community complex care are welcome to join.
- Is the CHC Nurses Agency Network only for agency nurses? No, while many members are agency nurses, we also welcome independent nurses, case managers and other CHC professionals.
- How do I join your private social media groups? Contact us via our website or social channels, and once we confirm your professional background, we will invite you into the relevant private groups.
- Do you provide formal CHC training courses? We provide CHC-focused learning through events, webinars and shared resources, and we also signpost members to formal training where appropriate.
- Are the discussions within the network confidential? Yes, our invite-only groups are designed to be safe, confidential spaces where members respect privacy and professional boundaries.
- What kind of events does the CHC Nurses Agency Network run? We run webinars, workshops, networking meet-ups, case discussion sessions and informal social events focused on CHC and complex care.
- Is there a cost to join the CHC Nurses Agency Network? Details about any membership fees or costs are provided on enquiry and may vary depending on the level of involvement and events.
- Can students or newly qualified nurses join? Yes, early-career nurses with an interest in CHC and complex care are welcome to join and learn from more experienced colleagues.
- How can the network help my CHC nursing career? The network can help you build confidence, gain specialist CHC knowledge, access peer support and expand your professional connections across the UK.
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