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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This is a contribution towards breakfast, evening meal, toiletries, laundry facilities, wifi access, water and electricity.
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
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
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
Volunteer at CENS
National Volunteering week takes place 1st-7th of June this year. It highlights the inspirational work people do to support charities
May 20
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