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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,…

First row left to right – Chris Kelly, Erica Weida, Missy CiprianoBack row left to right – Ed Sambuco, Ram Kaza, Jim LovkayNot pictured – Natacha Campbell, Brad Petty, Asmita Aasaavari A new chapter is beginning at UR Community Cares!We are thrilled to announce several key updates to our leadership team as we continue our mission of connecting…

At UR Community Cares, we believe that no one should feel alone, especially our older and disabled neighbors who often face barriers that limit connection, independence, and access to everyday essentials. Through our growing network of programs, we are transforming what it means to age in place by surrounding individuals with support, compassion, and opportunity. At…

Manchester’s Majestic Bald Eagles: Nature’s Awesome, Sometimes Overwhelming, Little Superheroes Nestled in the heart of Manchester, amidst the hustle and bustle of everyday life, is a flock of magnificent creatures that truly embody resilience, independence, and a dash of wild, bird-brained humor, our local bald eagles. These regal raptors aren’t just the symbol of America;…

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…