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Homelessness and Rough Sleeper Information
Rough sleeping is a complex issue, and this creates confusion. There are different types of street activity in Colchester which include rough sleeping, street begging and street drinking, each require a different approach to tackle these issues.
Not all rough sleepers are street beggars or drinkers, and some have accommodation but choose to sleep on the street. Rough sleepers often have complex needs including poor mental health and drug and alcohol addiction.
Some beggars do not reside in the Colchester area and travel in to beg. We understand that beggars earn around £70 daily in Colchester.
Below are the main voluntary sector organisations who are known to be working in the Colchester area to prevent and support those who are homeless. Please click on the logos for more information on each organisations activity and how to volunteer, help or donate money.
