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
How to Prevent Falls at Home
Falls present a serious health risk to older adults. According to the Centers for Disease Control and Prevention, falling is the leading cause of both fatal and nonfatal injuries among older adults. The good news is there are simple ways you can prevent most falls—especially in your home.
- Nutrition
Hit the Trail Granola Bar
These fruity and nutty snack or breakfast bars are under 100 calories and have zero added sugars. Warm spices and flavors of caramel and coconut will have you making these bars over and over again.
- Staying Healthy
Walking - it's free, easy, and great for your health
Staying physically active is one of the best ways to stay healthy. And one of the simplest ways to stay active is walking.
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- Nutrition
Snickerdoodles
Soft, chewy, and rolled in cinnamon, these “sugar” cookies have far less added sugar than the traditional varieties.
- Nutrition
- Preventive Health
5 Ways Your Diet Can Help Protect Your Kidneys
The role of your kidneys is to filter waste and extra fluid from your blood. But if you develop kidney disease, your kidneys become damaged and are unable to filter your blood as well as they should.
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- Nutrition
Turkey Chili
Warm up on a cool evening with this delicious chili dish that is full of fiber, and low in sodium.
- Staying Healthy
2023 Healthy Reward Program
CarePartners of Connecticut HMO and PPO members can earn a $50 Target or Walmart gift card by completing their Annual Wellness Visit in 2023. As a CarePartners of Connecticut member, you pay $0 for an Annual Wellness Visit with a network provider.
- Nutrition
Old-Fashioned Vegetable Barley Soup
Perfect on a cold day, this quick and easy vegetarian soup, packed with vegetables and a whole grain, can be on your table in about 30 minutes. Ingredients 4 Servings...
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- Nutrition
Slow Cooker Harvest Beef Stew
Let the slow cooker do all the heavy work for you with this recipe for a delicious stew, perfect for a cold winter's day. Ingredients 6 Servings | Serving Size...
- Staying Healthy
How to Prevent Winter Falls
Each winter comes with the danger of slipping on patches of snow or ice. These hazards are especially dangerous for older adults. Fractured ankles and broken hips are some of...
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