CENS History: 40 Years of Supporting People Experiencing Homelessness
Where it all began – 1984 Four decades ago in 1984 CENS (formerly known as Colchester Night Shelter), was a
Apr 1
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“Having older women to talk to helped me feel safe”
Supporting International Woman’s Day, we talk to one female resident about her experience of homelessness Jane* was only 19 when
Mar 8
Women and Street Homelessness – The Struggle is Real
Supporting Women’s History Awareness Month The harsh truth is that the number of women facing street homelessness is on the
Mar 1
Nowhere to stay?
What to do if you are facing a night on the streets in Colchester If you are facing the unfortunate
Feb 17
How we help the homeless in Colchester
CENS is a 16-bed night shelter for people in the Colchester and surrounding areas. But we provide more than just
Jan 18
RAMA and CENS working together to help refugees
The UK refugee crisis is worsening due to factors such as war, famine and poverty. RAMA (Refugee, Asylum seeker &
Oct 8
Homelessness and Loneliness
What is the link between homelessness and loneliness? In the UK homelessness is on the rise and one of the
Jun 17
Celebrating CENS’ Volunteers
We couldn’t run as effectively without our loyal team of volunteers. Here are five ways their help means residents are
Jun 4
March 4 CENS 2024
Thanks to all those taking part and everyone who donated. You have raised over £3500 so far. Everyone has hung
Apr 15