Staff

Michelle Puzzo, Executive & Co-Founder of UR Community Cares

Michelle practiced physical therapy for 20 years and took her knowledge about the complexity of disability and aging in place independently and created a website to better improve people’s lives. She graduated from the University of Connecticut in 1998 with her BS in Physical Therapy. She has written 2 children’s books that you can find on Amazon: Oliver’s Adventure: Skiing at Mount Snow and Nora Loves Christmas

Board Members and Officers

President – Open

Secretary – Christine Kelly

Treasurer – Erica Weida

Board Members

Ram Kaza, Bradley Petty, Missy Cipriano, Jim Lovkay, Jacob Diogostine

Advisors

Our volunteer network is composed of a diverse group of individuals who are passionate about our mission. They contribute to all aspects of our programs, from teaching and mentoring to strategic planning and fundraising. Their guidance as advisors ensures the organization’s continued growth and success.

We have partnered with American Job Center, Bureau of Rehabilitation Services, MaturityWorks, and other organizations to help support people returning to the workforce. We are working with ReadyCT and universities to host internships.