Author: michellepuzzo
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August is Wellness Month… and Yes, That Includes You, Aunt Lois!
Let’s face it: aging is like downloading a new software update, your system slows down, random things stop working, and nobody really knows what changed. But don’t worry, wellness isn’t just for people who drink green juice and do yoga on paddleboards. It’s for everyone, even if your idea of stretching is reaching for the remote. Snap, Crackle,…
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Bridging Generations: The Power of Intergenerational Connections
In a world that often moves too fast and feels increasingly fragmented, one of the most powerful and enriching relationships we can foster is between generations. Whether it’s a grandparent sharing stories with a grandchild, a teen teaching a senior how to use a smartphone, or a young adult learning life lessons from an older…
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Words Fading with Time: Language Gen Z and Gen Alpha Might Never Use
Language is a living, breathing thing—it evolves with culture, technology, and time. As new generations grow up in a digital-first world, many once-common words are quietly slipping out of everyday use. For Gen Z and Gen Alpha, some terms that were household staples for their grandparents now sound like relics from a bygone era. My…
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UR Community Cares Receives 2025 Mini Grant from City of Norwalk to Advance Eye Health and Accessibility
We are thrilled to announce that UR Community Cares has been selected as a recipient of the 2025 Mini-Grant Program from the City of Norwalk to support our ongoing mission of improving accessibility and promoting eye health for individuals of all ages and abilities. This generous grant will help fund the upcoming Norwalk Eye Health…
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A Day in the Life: The Intern’s Perspective
By Toya, Human Services Intern, Goodwin University Intern If there’s one thing this internship continues to show me, it’s how unpredictable, adventurous, and rewarding this field truly is. Recently, I had the chance to accompany Michelle, UR Community Cares, Executive Director and my internship host, on a full day of outreach that took us from…
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Who Will Answer the Call? Rethinking Volunteer Fire, EMS, and Healthcare Pipelines in Connecticut
As I travel around Connecticut, I find myself reflecting on some things, especially now that I’m 50 and embracing this next chapter of life. One thought that keeps coming up is this: with the rising cost of college, how do we inspire young people to consider essential careers that don’t require a traditional degree, but…
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The Unseen Strength of Women: Navigating Every Stage of Womanhood
Being a woman means carrying many things—responsibility, beauty, resilience, pain, love, and growth. From the first period to the last hot flash, the female experience is layered, powerful, and often invisible to those who don’t live it. Every month, women go through cycles that affect their physical health, mental wellbeing, and emotional balance. And every…
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Supporting Manchester Together: A Quarter of Growth, Connection & Community Care
UR Community Cares – Highlights from our Manchester Activities in April, May, and June UR Community Cares (UCC) continues to deepen its impact in Manchester through community-driven programs, partnerships, and outreach, made possible with the support of the Town of Manchester. Here’s a look at how we’ve worked together this past quarter to support the…
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A July Reminder: Be Kind. Be Brave.
A July Reminder: Be Kind. Be Brave. Be a Good Human. As the sun shines brighter and July rolls in, it’s a perfect time to reflect on the kind of ener A July Reminder: Be Kind. Be Brave. Be a Good Human. As the sun shines brighter and July rolls in, it’s a perfect time…
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Bridge the Gap: Connecticut Must Act to Prevent Homelessness Among Seniors
Bridge the Gap: Connecticut Must Act to Prevent Homelessness Among Seniors Dear Governor Lamont, Attorney General of Connecticut, Honorable Senators, Bridge the Gap: Connecticut Must Act to Prevent Homelessness Among Seniors Dear Governor Lamont, Attorney General of Connecticut, Honorable Senators, and Esteemed Members of the Connecticut General Assembly, I am writing on behalf of UR…
