Author: michellepuzzo

We are living in a time when artificial intelligence can do incredible things**. AI can analyze data, write content, solve complex problems, and support innovations across science, medicine, and technology. As these tools continue to grow smarter and more capable, it might seem like human skills would become less important. In reality, the opposite is…

At last year’s Graffiti Battle, with the theme of “CANVAS OF COURAGE,” we were deeply inspired by a poet, Victoria, who attended for the very first time and organically became part of the creative energy of the event. After arriving once the battle had already begun, she connected with several artists, spending meaningful time in conversation…

Millions of people around the world live with hearing loss, yet the everyday challenges they face are often invisible. Simple interactions, speaking with a healthcare provider, ordering a meal at a restaurant, or having a conversation with a family member, can become frustrating, stressful, and isolating when communication breaks down. For both the person experiencing…

Imagine, for a moment, being in darkness, unable to see the world around you. Now, place yourself in a busy restaurant, where you have never been, and the menu is on a wall. You tell the waiter you’re blind. His response? A quick apology, “Sorry, we don’t have a paper menu,” and he walks away,…

Every morning, as dawn begins to break, I see them, older adults trudging into their jobs with their canes, shoulders hunched but spirits resilient, fighting through the early cold to get to work. I watch others getting off the bus, clutching lunch boxes and hobbling toward their jobs, yet they press forward, never asking for…

CALL for ARTISTS!UR Community Cares is having the 3rd Annual Graffiti Battle on Sunday, 5/17/26, at URBAN LODGE BREWING in Manchester. Artists will be live from 1-4 PM, creating artwork on a canvas on the same theme, and the audience will judge the artwork and bid on the work as a fundraiser for our organization.…

There is so much sadness in the world. I saw this on social media, and it captured how so many are feeling. I wanted to share. I am a high school teacher. Before I share anything else, I want to read words written by a young girl whose voice still echoes through history: “Terrible things…

?UR Community Cares – Community Impact Update Last quarter, UR Community Cares continued to strengthen connections, expand access, and fill critical gaps across Manchester and the region through collaboration, inclusion, and service. Below are highlights of our recent accomplishments and activities. Community Engagement & Events ? Hosted a free community event with the Helen Keller National Center at CT…

Imagine this: every device in your home, from your lights to your TV, your refrigerator, is regulated by a master switchboard known as the fuse box. It’s quiet, often tucked away, yet essential for keeping your home energized and safe. Now, picture your body, specifically, your dermatomes, working behind the scenes, controlling your energy, your…

Dear Friend, At UR Community Cares, we believe that connection is the foundation of thriving communities. Through our intuitive digital platform, we link volunteers with older adults and individuals with disabilities, creating a trusted space to request assistance while reducing isolation and fostering empathy across diverse groups. Our mission is simple yet powerful: to help…