Accommodation

Chess Homeless

Who is the project for?

Who do we help?

Single homeless. Prefer applicants to have a local connection to Chelmsford/Essex generally and to those beyond.

Who we cannot help

History of arson or sex offence.

Gender

Mixed

Minimum age accepted

18

Maximum age accepted

99

How to get a referral

Referral agencies

Accept self referrals and referrals from any agency.

Referral procedure

Complete the referral form on our website www.chesshomeless.org following 'Apply for a Bedspace'.

Length of stay

Minimum stay

1 Night

Maximum stay

1-3 Months

Support and accommodation

Support offered

Shelter is staffed 24/7 (although 11pm - 7am is sleep-in cover for emergenices only). Staff provide advice, help with benefits, signpost to external agencies, accompany to appointments and provide individual support including regular key work sessions as appropriate.

Total spaces

56

Units

1 of 6 is an adapted room for wheelchair users.

Further information

Public transport

Chelmsford train and bus stations - 10 minutes walk.