5 minutes with… Office Co-ordinator Patsi
No day is ever the same in CENS’ busy office! Patsi works tirelessly to co-ordinate referrals, liaise with other agencies
May 20
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.
More than a shelter: CENS’ green space
Karen is our volunteer gardener who dedicates her free time to the CENS garden. Find out why she decided to
May 9
Dog Therapy: yes it really does improve mental health
When Emer Berry from Essex Therapy Dogs approached CENS about paying the residents another visit with therapy dog, Samson, we
Apr 29
The lowdown on our move on house: Al’s Annexe
Al’s Annexe is CENS’ move-on house we aquired in 2017 and is situated next door to the main shelter. It
Apr 22
Why I’m volunteering at CENS for a whole year
CENS works with Volunteering Matters, an organisation that connects charities and volunteers. Sera was studying Youth Guidance and Sports Science
Apr 15
A Night to Remember
Blackwater Lodge Makes Generous Donation to CENS at White Table Event Written by W Bro Richard Swan ProvGStwd Photo by
Apr 14
7 myth-busting fact about CENS
The term ‘homeless shelter’ can conjure all sorts of stereotypes about our service and the people who use it. Here
Apr 8
Service Above Self
The Rotary Club of Colchester Forum are huge supporters of CENS, holding many successful fundraising events throughout the year. On
Mar 9
3 myth-busting facts about women’s homelessness
In celebration of International Women’s Day, we’re highlighting the common misconceptions about women who find themselves homeless There are different
Mar 7