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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…

There’s a quiet but painful reality that many caregivers experience: the sense that their loved ones—parents, grandparents, partners—are being treated There’s a quiet but painful reality that many caregivers experience: the sense that their loved ones—parents, grandparents, partners—are being treated more like houseplants than people. As long as they’re “fed and watered,” the system seems…

From an Alone Duck to a Flock: Fighting Isolation and Aging Together Sometimes, at any age, we feel like the only duck in the pond—swimming in circle Sometimes, at any age, we feel like the only duck in the pond—swimming in circles, calling out, and hearing no reply. Being a caregiver can feel like that.…

Thank You, UConn Magazine — Honored to Be Featured We are honored and deeply grateful to UConn Magazine for shining a spotlight on the mission, heart Thank You, UConn Magazine — Honored to Be Featured We are honored and deeply grateful to UConn Magazine for shining a spotlight on the mission, heart, and real-world impact…

When the Wheels Don’t Turn: A Mother’s Call for Accessible Family Life For most families, after-school activities are a routine part of childhood—foo When the Wheels Don’t Turn: A Mother’s Call for Accessible Family Life For most families, after-school activities are a routine part of childhood—football practices, dance rehearsals, school concerts, and weekend festivals. But…

More Than a Job: A Day in the Life of Michelle Puzzo By Shatoya Simmons, Goodwin University Intern, Human Services Major If you spend even half a da More Than a Job: A Day in the Life of Michelle Puzzo By Shatoya Simmons, Goodwin University Intern, Human Services Major If you spend even half a…

Jody’s Kindness Shines! UR Community Cares recently received this testimonial from a family of one of our members. “Sheldon became a Community Memb Jody’s Kindness Shines! UR Community Cares recently received this testimonial from a family of one of our members. “Sheldon became a Community Member in March 2024. A 93-year-old widower, he was on…

UR Community Cares – Executive Director Michelle Puzzo, founder and Executive Director of UR Community Cares, has always been driven by a passion for UR Community Cares – Executive Director Michelle Puzzo, founder and Executive Director of UR Community Cares, has always been driven by a passion for helping others. As a licensed physical therapist,…

Join Us in Making a Difference: UR Community Tech Center Year in Review 2024 has been an incredible year for UR Community Tech Center! We’ve achieved Join Us in Making a Difference: UR Community Tech Center Year in Review   2024 has been an incredible year for UR Community Tech Center! We’ve achieved so much,…

At UR Community Tech Center, we have the pleasure of welcoming many wonderful individuals who are eager to learn and grow. One such individual is Pyong, who visits us weekly for small batches of technology training. One time she said “Whatever I touch on my iPhone or iPad something goes wrong and I feel confused.”…