More money from Local Authority for those in need
Last week Jeremy Hunt announced in the Autumn statement that the freeze on Local Housing Allowance will be lifted in
Nov 29
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Breaking the stigma of staying at CENS
The term ‘homeless shelter’ can conjure all sorts of stereotypes about our service and the people who use it. Here
Nov 19
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
MYTHBUSTER “It’s your own fault you’re homeless”
Whether they want to sell up or move back into their property, Landlords can serve Section 21 Notices to tenants
Nov 1
Therapy for residents
Whilst the support workers at CENS are all mental health first aiders and trained to be conscientious of the residents’
Oct 11
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
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
August at CENS – Lots Going On!
There’s always lots going on at Colchester Homeless Shelter CENS. Check out our monthly update. Read on for some great
Aug 31