The National Continuing Health Care (CHC) Framework Implementation in Wales is changing – here's what you need to know.

17 March 2022

Changes to the National CHC Framework will come into force on April 1st 2022.

After a review of the 2014 CHC Framework and the Decision Support Tool (DST) in 2021 a revised document was written and will come into force next month.

Initially the CHC Framework and DST published in July 2021 were due to take effect in November 2021 but due to pressures within the sector, it was deferred until April 1 2022.

The policy sets out the arrangements for the effective and efficient delivery of Continuing NHS Healthcare (CHC) in Wales.

It sets out the process for the NHS, working together with local authority partners, to assess health needs, decide on eligibility for CHC and provide appropriate care.

The purpose of the Framework is to provide a consistent foundation for assessing, commissioning and providing CHC for adults across Wales. There is a requirement for Health Board Staff to be aware of the new framework and how to apply this in practice.

Training dates will be held for staff and details and dates of these will follow.

For more information contact NW Locality Offices on 029 2183 2546 (Ext 325461).