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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- Nutrition
Sautéed Zucchini, Tomato and Chickpea Ragout
This Simple Cooking with Heart, Italian recipe is a delicious way to get more vegetables and beans into your eating routine. Ingredients 6 Servings 2 medium zucchini (chopped) OR 3...
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- Staying Healthy
Four Ways to Lose Weight Over 60
The basics of weight loss are the same regardless of your age – burn more calories than you take in and eat a diet that includes fruits, vegetables, whole grains, fish, and leaner cuts of meat.
How a Medicare Advantage Plan Helps You Stay Healthy and Save
Choosing a Medicare plan is an important decision. To get the right coverage for the road ahead, you may need a Medicare Advantage plan. Why Medicare isn’t enough When you...
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Spaghetti Pesto and Zucchini
Enjoy this summer-inspired pesto and pasta dish, which takes advantage of one of the season's most plentiful garden vegetables. Ingredients Servings 6 Serving Size 2 1/2 cups Cooking spray 4...
How to Reduce Trips to the Pharmacy
If you are looking to reduce the number of trips made outside your home, these services can help you make fewer trips to the pharmacy.
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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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