Did you know it’s Nutrition and Hydration Week this month? This is a worthwhile campaign and most of us could benefit from advice on eating better. Nutrition and poverty For some, poor nutrition is a choice. Others, though, including many of those who seek help from...

We’re all aware that the cost of living in the UK has risen significantly in recent months, with prices for energy and food at the highest we’ve seen in many years. But did you know the devastating impact this is having on low income households in particular?...

We are excited to share that there are 3 new volunteer vacancies with Colchester CAP Debt Centre: Volunteer Befriender Co-ordinatorVolunteer Clients Events Co-ordinator RoleVolunteer Client Blessing Co-ordinator These roles are really vital to the work of the centre,...

Mee Foong was a debt coach with Colchester CAP Debt Centre from 2013 to 2021 and is now a befriender. .  Here is a testimony she wrote during lockdown as part of our 'Prayer for Colchester' campaign. Mee’s Lockdown Healing In the beginning of lockdown, I sensed God...

In August, our social media feeds will likely be filled with images of families going on adventures, jetting off on holiday, having meals out and enjoying the summer while the kids are off school. For many of us, this can be deflating, especially if money is tight....