Welcome to UR Community Cares, where we bridge the gap between those who want to make a difference and those who need support. Our mission is simple: to connect volunteers with opportunities for volunteer support, helping their neighbors, strengthening communities, and improving lives. Whether you’re looking to lend a hand to the elderly, assist those with disabilities, or contribute to local projects, we provide the platform for you to get involved and create meaningful change in your community. Join us in building a network of care and compassion, one connection at a time.

Our Programs

Volunteers

4200+

Completed Tasks

1057

Members Served

150+

Towns

Michelle Puzzo had the idea for UR Community Cares in 2019 after treating her physical therapy patients who needed help at home but couldn’t pay for assistance and didn’t qualify for state programs. She realized volunteers could donate their time to help those aging and disabled in their neighborhood if they knew who needed help. Her medical background allowed her to recognize the challenges that people face when beginning to experience declining physical and cognitive abilities and decided to take action. Building the UR Community Cares digital platform as a way to match those in need with volunteer support from the same community who are eager to help was a novel idea at the time. Today we are supported by pro bono professionals from Catchafire, remote trainees from MaturityWorks and interns from Bureau of Rehabilitation Services, and a growing Board of Directors and advisors.

Watch Our Latest TV Programs


UR Community Reach is our TV program, produced at Cox Central Connecticut River Community TV in Manchester, airing on Channel 15. You can watch our episodes online by clicking here: COX Public Access Channel 15 – Manchester

Donate

Your generous donation helps our nonprofit support programs! As little as $5 can go a long way.

Volunteer

Volunteer to help a neighbor in their home, or to assist with our other programs.

Latest Updates

  • UR Community Cares – November Newsletter 2024

    UR Community Cares – November Newsletter 2024

    We are full of gratitude, full of turkey and full of ideas on how to continue to serve the community. Our volunteers are fostering connections, helping to decrease isolation and loneliness. One of our Manchester volunteers named Pam started with us in June 2019. She started working with Sonya, who lived in a congregate living…

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  • Join Us for Our Eye Health Fair on January 23rd, 2025!

    Join Us for Our Eye Health Fair on January 23rd, 2025!

    UR Community Cares is excited to host our upcoming Eye Health Fair, a community event dedicated to promoting eye health awareness and providing valuable resources for individuals of all ages and abilities. This event will feature: Presentations by Experts – Learn from professionals about the importance of eye health, managing vision challenges, and the latest…

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