Wellness
Browse through the topics in our wellness library to discover best practices around staying healthy as you age and how CarePartners of Connecticut can help.
Apple Pear Crisp
Add a twist to your crisp this fall season by incorporating two delicious autumnal fruits. Topping Ingredients 1/4 cup uncooked rolled oats 1/4 cup all-purpose flour 2 tablespoons trans-fat-free tub...
Are You Ready for the Medicare Annual Election Period (AEP)?
Know your dates AEP runs October 15th through December 7th. During AEP, you can shop for a new plan, switch your Medicare Advantage plan, change from Original Medicare to a...
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Staying Fit: Your Mind Body Connection
Discover more about the connection between your mind, body and staying fit.
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- Staying Healthy
A Guide to Staying in Your Own Home as You Get Older
Many people hope to maintain their independence for as long as possible as they age. This includes staying in their own homes, called “aging in place.”
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- Staying Healthy
How Community Health Workers get You the Care You Need
Community Health Workers (CHWs) provide hands-on, virtual, and telephonic support to ensure you have access to the social resources, digital tools, and health care services you need to get and stay healthy.
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- Nutrition
Red Beans and Rice with Corn on the Cob
Cook up both an authentic Southern favorite and a classic summertime vegetable on the stovetop. Enjoy a bit of heat in this dish without having to heat up the kitchen.
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- Well! Magazine
- Staying Healthy
Well! Magazine: Summer 2024
The latest edition of Well! is here. Learn how your dental and OTC benefits work, get tips for exercising with chronic pain and swelling, create a strategy to stay in your own home as you age — and more!
- Nutrition
Jerk Chicken with Grilled Hasselback Zucchini & Avocado Dipping Sauce
The coolness of the avocado dipping sauce tames the heat of the jerk chicken.
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- Nutrition
Szechuan Chicken Stir Fry
This dish will get you to put that Chinese take-out menu back in the drawer. You won't believe how easy this is to make at home and how great it tastes, too.
- Nutrition
Black Bean Soup
This Mexican classic is packed with fiber and protein, making it a perfect entrée soup. Because this recipe calls for fewer than 10 budget-friendly ingredients and about 20 minutes of cooking time, this dish will easily be on your table in no time.
- Staying Healthy
Take Charge of Your Health with Your Electronic Medical Record
An electronic medical record (EMR) is a digitalized medical chart, maintained by your doctor to track your health history. Many providers offer access to your EMR through an online portal, which you can log into using an internet-connected computer or smart device.
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- Preventive Health
Your Doctor, Urgent Care, Or the Emergency Room?
When you or a loved one is sick or injured, you may be unsure where to go for care. The facility best equipped to care for your medical situation depends on the severity of your condition.
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- Staying Healthy
Team-Based Care at Your Doctor’s Office
When you schedule a doctor’s appointment, you may see your physician — or you may see someone else in the office, like a nurse practitioner or physician assistant.
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