CHESS Homeless
Advice: Money, Housing & Work · Charity/Voluntary Organisation · Chelmsford
Chelmsford-based homelessness charity providing emergency accommodation, outreach to rough sleepers and supported housing across Essex.
CHESS (Churches Homeless Emergency Support Scheme) is a Chelmsford-based charity that supports people who are homeless or at risk of homelessness across Essex. Its work includes supported accommodation, day services providing food and crisis support, job training, and an outreach team working with rough sleepers across eight Essex local authorities. People needing help can self-refer through the I Need Help page, and concerned members of the public can use Get Help for Someone Else; the main number is 01245 281104.
Contact
Phone: 01245 281104
Website: https://chesshomeless.org
Email: info@chesshomeless.org
Address: 60 Mildmay Road, Chelmsford, CM2 0DR
Opening hours: Mon-Fri 9am-5pm; emergency accommodation 24/7
Who it's for
Who they help: Homeless adults
Eligibility: Homeless or at risk of homelessness
Area covered: Chelmsford
Not suitable for: There are no restrictions — anyone can use this service.
Information last verified May 2026. Printed from https://www.socialprescriber.co.uk/charities/chess-homeless