Last updated:

26 January 2012

Chelmsford CHESS

A company limited by guarantee and incorporated in England and Wales
Registered office: 23-24 George Street, Chelmsford, Essex, CM2 0JU
Registered charity No: 1093901
Company No: 4407742

Mission, values and aims

Our mission

Chelmsford CHESS seeks to relieve homelessness and related hardship and distress amongst single adults in Chelmsford and Essex, through the provision of support services and temporary accommodation that helps them move on in their lives.

Our values

• We care for the homeless and vulnerable; respecting their need for safety and dignity.
• We promote a sense of security, self worth and acceptance of the diversity of the individuals we serve.
• We encourage the growth and development of our staff and service users through partnerships and training opportunities with others.
• We are committed to equality of opportunity for all.
• We encourage responsible living standards from our service users.

Our aims

• To provide an adequate number of good standard accommodation for the single homeless.
• Encouraging service users to rejoin society as useful members.
• Supporting improvement in the health and well being of service users without discrimination or judgement.
• Giving practical help in achieving independent living and employment.
• Raising awareness of homelessness in Chelmsford and Essex.
• To become a catalyst for change and partnership recognising the resources of others.