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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- Seasonal Health
4 Ways to Stay Sun Safe
Who doesn’t love a beautiful sunny day? But when having fun in the sun, it’s important to protect your skin from sun damage.
Fruit Salad With Lemon-Mint Yogurt Dressing
As the weather warms up, cool down with this delicious, colorful summer fruit salad. Dressing Ingredients 1/2 cup fat-free vanilla yogurt 1 tablespoon chopped, fresh mint 1 teaspoon honey 1/2...
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- Seasonal Health
Hot Weather Safety: Heat Exhaustion and Heat stroke
Summertime is the season many people look forward to all year. But it isn’t without hazards. While the warm weather makes it easier to enjoy outdoor activities, the heat can...
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The Health Benefits of Positivity
Is it possible that a smile a day will keep the doctor away—even during stressful times? Maybe so! Did you know that people with a positive outlook are more likely...
- Nutrition
Balsamic Steak Skewers with Mixed Vegetables and Grilled Sweet Potatoes
This is a perfect summertime meal with lots of colorful vegetables and delicious grilled flavor. Steak and Vegetable Skewer Ingredients 3/4 pound beef sirloin, all visible fat discarded, cut into...
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- Staying Healthy
10 Vision Symptoms to Look for as You Age
It’s inevitable. Over the years, your vision will be one of the first noticeable signs of aging. While vision changes are a normal part of life, there are many preventive...
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- Nutrition
Good Nutrition Can Reduce Health Risks
Good nutrition ensures that your body gets all the nutrients, vitamins and minerals it needs. Plan your meals and snacks to include nutrient-rich foods that are also low in calories...
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- Staying Healthy
How to Avoid a Return Trip to the Hospital
You’re ready to go home from the hospital, but do you know how to manage your recovery after you’re discharged? Planning ahead and asking a few questions can avoid an unnecessary return to the hospital—and make sure you’re able to recover at home.
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- Mental Health
How to Avoid the Winter Blahs
With shorter days and bad weather, many people feel down during a long New England winter. But there are steps you can take to prevent or reduce seasonal depression.
- Mental Health
Identifying Signs of Depression
Depression—long periods of overwhelming sadness and/or loss of interest in activities--is one of the most common mental disorders in the United States. One in six people will experience depression at...
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