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You Are Not Alone on the Journey UR Community Cares is excited to introduce a new Connecticut Virtual Statewide Blind & Low Vision Support Group, created to bring people together from across Connecticut who are blind, experiencing vision loss, or supporting someone who is. Begins Wednesday, Sept. 9, 2026Meets the 2nd Wednesday of every month5:00–6:30 PMVirtual…

We are honored to be featured as a Partner Highlight in the Senior Planet Newsletter this week In this edition of the newsletter, please join us in recognizing UR Community Cares. Our first licensed partner in Connecticut since 2024, URCC helps bring high-quality technology education to older adults in communities across the state. As a result…

We taught technology classes, including Smartphones at a Glance, MyChart, and Everyday Uses of AI. We continued to expand access to tech education and one-on-one support for older adults across Connecticut. In July, we provided tech support in Manchester, Bethany, Farmington, Bloomfield, and Vernon. We onboarded new volunteers in our Manchester Tech Center and prepared…

At UR Community Cares, we believe in building a stronger, more connected community where older adults and people with disabilities can live with dignity, independence, and support. Through caring volunteers, innovative programs, and meaningful community partnerships, we help neighbors remain engaged, empowered, and safely at home and in the community. Programs and Services UR Community Cares is…

In today’s rapidly evolving digital world, technology has become a lifeline, allowing us to connect, shop, bank, and access essential services from the comfort of our homes. But for many seniors, navigating this digital landscape can be overwhelming, confusing, and sometimes dangerous. Elder abuse, fraud, and scams are increasingly sophisticated, preying on those who lack…

As we journey through life, it’s natural to wonder: What will people remember about me? Will my name be etched in stories, or will it quietly fade into the background? More importantly, when the final hour approaches, what will I think about my contribution to this world? The truth is, no one really cares about how much…

UR Community Cares is now a member of the Coalition for Elder Justice Connecticut. They are hosting the World Elder Abuse Awareness Day Event to Protect Older Adults on Monday, June 15th, 9:30 am-12:30 pm and we hope you can join us. Anyone is welcome; it’s free, and it is pre-approved for both CT POST (3…

Words met walls at the Graffiti Battle as the Wit & Wisdom Poets turned spray-painted scenes into living verse. Moving through color, rhythm, and raw expression, they captured the heart of the day, quick-fire lines, intimate moments, and the pulse of community, transforming each mural into a poem you can hear as much as see.…

In the first 4 months of 2026, UR Community Cares has continued to expand its impact through a wide range of engaging, educational, and community-driven events. From Neighbors Helping Neighbors volunteers going to older adults and people with disabilities homes to help them by being companions, assisting them around the house, or transporting them to appointments. Other…

We gratefully thank the Manchester Arts Commission and the Manchester Cultural District for their generous $1,500 grant supporting this event. The UR Community Cares Graffiti Battle is more than an event; it’s a living, breathing celebration of creativity, culture, and community. This year’s lineup of artists brings together an extraordinary mix of backgrounds, mediums, and lived experiences,…