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
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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
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
#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
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