Welcome to Your Room at CENS
The importance of your privacy and dignity at CENS. For 40 years we have been providing emergency night shelter accommodation
Dec 4
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.
Safety starts here
Daniel Layzell, our dedicated relief worker shares his thoughts on CENS’ latest training and the impact working at Colchester’s night
Nov 29
Linklaters Cook Sunday Lunch at CENS!
A wonderful Sunday roast dinner was prepared, cooked and served by the amazing team at Linklaters. Linklaters is one of
Nov 13
Debt and homelessness: CENS can help
Behind many stories of lost accommodation lies a struggle with rent arrears, benefit delays, or mounting bills. For some, just
Oct 18
A New Space for Residents: Reflection Room Made Possible by Lanswood
At CENS, our mission is not only to provide safe accommodation for people experiencing homelessness but also to create spaces
Sep 10
Your Summer Fundraising Guide: 5 Simple Ways To Make a Difference
Summer is a season full of sunshine, energy, and community spirit – making it the perfect time to come together
Aug 27
Never Give Up Day 2025 – Finding Strength In Every Step
Today, on Never Give Up Day, we come together to celebrate one of the most powerful forces we have as
Aug 18
“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
Homelessness – but not as you know it…
Having a home to call your own is something we all strive for and if lucky enough we all had
Nov 5