MYTHBUSTER: Homeless shelters are run down and dirty!
People can be nervous when they arrive at CENS as the preconceived ideas of a ‘homeless shelter’ aren’t exactly encouraging.
Oct 21
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.
CENS CHAMPION shares why she helps the shelter every month
In 2016, Tracy’s brother became homeless and ended up staying at CENS for several weeks. While he was here, he
Oct 18
Therapy for residents
Whilst the support workers at CENS are all mental health first aiders and trained to be conscientious of the residents’
Oct 11
A sober service
Going sober doesn’t just happen in October. Here’s how one resident is thriving thanks to our no-alcohol policy… “I started
Oct 1
MYTH BUSTER: “Finding accommodation isn’t difficult, just try harder!”
If only this were true, there wouldn’t be a need for charities like CENS! Whether it’s the state of the
Sep 20
August at CENS – Lots Going On!
There’s always lots going on at Colchester Homeless Shelter CENS. Check out our monthly update. Read on for some great
Aug 31
July at CENS – More Needed than Ever
July hasn’t been quite the month we expected, and that’s not just because the weather has been so cool. Worrying
Jul 31
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
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