In our busy lives, it’s easy to focus solely on personal goals and responsibilities. However, dedicating some of your time to volunteer in your community can be incredibly rewarding, not only for those you help but also for yourself. Here are several compelling reasons why investing your time in volunteering is a win-win situation for everyone involved.

In the heart of our community, at the bustling new Tech Center, a new Senior Planet training class was underway. This session, dedicated to mastering Instagram, was filled with eager learners of all ages. Among them was Melvin, an author who had recently embarked on a new journey to learn more social media platforms. He has published books and was excited to share his stories with the world, but he felt overwhelmed by the complexities of social media.

UR Community Cares has partnered with the Manchester Recreation Department to operate their Cycling Without Age Manchester program out of the town’s bike building in Charter Oak Park for the community to enjoy.

Please join UR Community Cares for our Open House on Monday, April 1st at 153 Spruce Street, Manchester (Eastside Neighborhood Resource Center). From 1:00 to 5:30 pm, we will be introducing our new Tech Center where older and disabled adults can gather for learning and socializing.

Cycling Without Age Manchester has begun training cyclists “pilots” on how to load and unload their passengers, how to use the battery on the hills, finding the most enjoyable routes, and highlighting landmarks along the way.