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
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.
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
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
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
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
Why this Colchester bank are supporting CENS this year
The Colchester branch of the Co-Operative Bank has chosen CENS to be one of it’s chosen charities this years. Here
Feb 18