UR Community Cares

Become a Community Member

Community Members and Volunteers making meaningful connections

The Neighbors Helping Neighbors program is targeted to provide community support for individuals over 70 years old and people 18 and older with a temporary or permanent disability.

Register to Become a Community Member Today

Join our community support network today. Volunteers can help with with household chores, yard work, transportation, or would enjoy a companion.

If someone does not have internet access or a device to sign up, they can call 860-430-4557 to be registered by our team.

Neighbors helping neighbors - volunteers are allowing aging residents to say independent at home. Be a Good Neighbor. Sign up 860-430-4557.

We are working on recruiting volunteers in all of our funded towns. We are looking for people who want to help us spread the word to grow, sign up today!

If your town would like to start a program, please contact us at 860-430-4557. Questions? Email info@urcommunitycares.org for more information.

Stories of Community Connections

Become a Community Member

Get the Help You Need — Right at Home

Staying independent in your own home is powerful, and sometimes, all you need is a little extra support. As a Community Member in the Neighbors Helping Neighbors Community Deeds program, you can request friendly, reliable assistance from trained Volunteers who care about your well-being.

Whether you’re over 70 or an adult with a temporary or permanent disability, our goal is to help you stay safe, comfortable, and confident at home.

How Scheduling Works

When you schedule a Community Deed, you choose:

  • The services you would like help with
  • The days and times you are available

We do our best to match you with Volunteers whose schedules align with yours.
The more flexible you can be, the sooner a Volunteer may be able to assist you.

Services Volunteers Can Provide

Our Volunteers can help with everyday tasks that may be difficult or risky for you to do alone, such as:

  • Housework
  • Yardwork
  • Light chores
  • Simple household tasks
  • And more, depending on Volunteer availability

These services can help you stay safe, reduce the risk of falls, avoid lifting heavy items, and make daily life a bit easier.

Why Become a Community Member?

Community Members often tell us how much they enjoy the visits as much as the help. Having a Volunteer stop by can:

  • Improve your mood
  • Reduce stress
  • Make your home safer
  • Help you stay organized
  • Give you peace of mind knowing you have caring neighbors looking out for you

You deserve support and we’re here to make sure you never feel alone in managing everyday tasks.

Please sign up today and let us help make life safer and more enjoyable at home.

Partner With Us

For Volunteers and Community Members

UR Community Cares proudly supports group volunteer efforts and community-based partnerships.

Community Partners include:

  • Local businesses are organizing a “Community Day” for employees
  • Clubs, civic groups, and faith organizations with people eager to help
  • Municipalities throughout Connecticut — social workers, senior centers, and town staff can create accounts to enroll residents who do not have internet access

If you know someone who needs help but cannot sign up online, your organization can assist or they can call 860-430-4557 to enroll by phone.

Together, we’re building supportive neighborhoods where everyone can thrive.