Homelessness in the Colchester Community: A Call for Compassion
Homelessness is a reality that faces many communities across our country. It affects not only the individuals who experience it
Jun 23
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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
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
NEXT STEPS AT CENS
Ensuring our Resident’s Engage for a Positive Move On Finding more secure accommodation for our resident’s whilst giving them a
Feb 12
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
ZERO tolerance on alcohol helps everyone
Why CENS is a dry shelter Alcohol – It’s everywhere, from pubs and restaurants, to shops and at home. It
Jul 4
Teaching children about homelessness
When, why and how should you tell your children about homelessness? As parents we tend to try and protect our
Apr 6
5 Ways To Help CENS In 2024
Happy New Year everyone. We are stepping into 2024 with the shelter and our move-on accommodation next door, fully occupied.
Jan 16
