UR Community Cares builds services that connect people to empower their lives through tech, education, recreation, and support. We believe everyone deserves access to tools and opportunities, regardless of age or ability.
Our programs allow towns to fill in the gaps of their services, create connections, decrease lonliness and isolation and improve the lives of older and disabled adults. We teach tech skills, share educational resources, and offer fun, inclusive activities.
We also support individuals with visual and hearing impairments through specialized services and outreach. Our goal is a stronger, more accessible community where everyone can grow and thrive.
Who We Are
“My personal experience with my Meme having Alzheimer’s and my patients needing more support at home made me realize I could link neighbors to help one another,” Michelle Puzzo, co-founder.
Michelle had the idea for UR Community Cares in 2019 after treating her physical therapy patients who needed help at home but couldn’t pay for assistance and didn’t qualify for state programs. She realized volunteers could provide community care services to those aging and disabled in their neighborhood if they knew who needed help.
Her medical background allowed her to recognize the challenges people are stuggling with when they have declining physical and age related changes.. The organization continues to grow with her dedication.
Our Mission/Vision
“In 2035 there will be 78 million people age 65 and older compared to 76.4 million under the age of 18. In other words, the elderly population will outnumber children for the first time in the country’s history-a demographic shift that poses a unique set of public health challenges.”
— 2018 US Census Bureau Report
Watch Us
UR Community Cares TV programs produced at Valley Shore Community TV in Westbrook can be watched by clicking this link: Valley Shore Community Television (cablecast.tv)
UR Community Reach is our latest programs produced at Cox Community TV in Manchester can be watched by clicking this link: COX Public Access Channel 15 – Manchester
YouTube link to UR Community Reach
If you would like to be featured on our program, please contact us at 860-430-4557.
