Centro De La Comunidad, Inc.
Centro De La Comunidad, Inc. is a U.S.-based nonprofit organization established in 1969 to support Latino communities through culturally responsive social services, advocacy, and community development initiatives. Headquartered in New London, Connecticut, it is recognized as the city's oldest Latino community-based organization[^4^].

Mission and Services
The organization promotes Latino participation in social, economic, and political systems by addressing barriers to equity[^2^]. Its programs include:

• Emergency financial assistance for housing, utilities, and medical expenses[^1^].
• Nutritional support, including meal planning, food distribution, and counseling[^1^][^3^].
• Healthcare referrals, including primary care coordination and medication assistance[^1^].
• Legal and employment services, such as translation assistance and job placement resources[^1^][^2^].

Regional Collaborations
In partnership with academic institutions and local agencies, Centro De La Comunidad expanded its impact through projects like the Latino Dementia Health Regional Consortium (2023), improving Alzheimer’s detection and caregiver support for Latinos in southeastern Wisconsin. This initiative addresses disparities in dementia care, leveraging mobile and virtual assessments to reduce language and geographic barriers[^5^].

Community Focus
Centro De La Comunidad emphasizes holistic, culturally attuned strategies to empower Latino families, particularly in education, healthcare access, and economic mobility[^2^][^3^]. Its advocacy efforts aim to amplify Latino voices in policymaking and resource allocation[^4^].

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