A day in the life of… CENS’ Manager
What does it take to run a night shelter? Manager, Marina Woodrow shares her schedule and how she tackles any
Jul 29
Text CENS to 70085 to donate £4
Your donation will cover 1 night’s service charge at CENS.
This is a contribution towards breakfast, evening meal, toiletries, laundry facilities, wifi access, water and electricity.
A day in the life of… a project worker
Debbie gives us the lowdown on a night shift at Colchester Engagement and Next Steps 4.30pm I pull up and
Jul 19
Get talking…
Samaritans Awareness Day is today 24th of July (24/7), because they’re there to listen 24/7. On this date and throughout
Jul 8
#mythbuster: “Why don’t they get a job?”
Many people who refer in to CENS want to work. Having a stable job can help someone leave homelessness behind
Jul 5
Homelessness and alcohol: how we help
Alcohol Change UK has launched it’s Alcohol Awareness campaign. This year it’s highlighting the connection between alcohol and cost. Whether
Jul 4
A day in the life… of a CENS resident
Here one resident gives us an insight into what life is like at CENS 8.30am First knock of the morning
Jul 1
CENS thanks local community
Thank You Day began as a way of showing appreciation to all of the frontline workers through the COVID-19 pandemic.
Jul 1
Connection Matters
Loneliness Awareness week couldn’t be more topical for CENS. People who experience homelessness are at a higher risk of mental
Jun 17
Let’s talk…
National Conversation Week 2023 is all about the importance of face-to-face conversation. We are highlighting it because so many of
May 27