Breaking the stigma of staying at CENSÂ
The term ‘homeless shelter’ can conjure all sorts of stereotypes about our service and the people who use it. Here
Nov 19
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.
7 Ways To Give This Christmas
Yes, we know it’s only just November, but here at CENS we have already started planning for the festive season.
Nov 8
Colchester Engagement & Next Steps Annual Report
Our Annual Report for the year 2022-2023. Read it below or download a copy here!
Oct 27
Joyful October – Celebrating Success at CENS
Colchester homeless shelter Celebrates success with our annual AGM, some amazing harvest donations, and most importantly some amazing move-on stories!
Oct 26
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
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