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.
The Brain Benefits of Puzzles
Jigsaw puzzles. Crossword puzzles. Sudoku. They’re fun, they’re challenging—and they can help strengthen cognitive health as you age.
Exercising with Chronic Pain and Swelling
Regular exercise is a key component of good health. But if you have pain and swelling in your legs, feet, or other parts of your body during or after exercise, it can be difficult to stick to a routine.
5 New Year’s Resolutions for Older Adults
The beginning of a new year is a great time to check in on your health goals. If you’re looking to make a New Year’s resolution, here are five opportunities to lead a healthier, safer lifestyle this year.
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Southwest Turkey Burger and Sweet Potato Fries
Enjoy our kicked-up version of a popular fast-food meal, complete with more fiber and less sodium than the drive-thru option.
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Lasagna
This lasagna recipe is a healthy twist on an Italian classic, incorporating veggies along with other nutritious ingredients to make it a heart-healthy entrée. Plus, it tastes delicious!
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Green Bean Casserole
This favorite Thanksgiving holiday classic is a perfect side dish to the turkey and mashed potatoes.
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Butternut Squash Soup
This golden soup is perfect on a fall day. Many grocery stores now sell the squash already peeled and cubed, so preparation is even easier.
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Chicken and Black Bean Tostadas with Avocado Cream
Toasted tortillas provide a crispy base for this delicious Mexican dinner.
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Fish Fillets with Fresh Tomatoes
This simple seafood dish can be an easy weeknight meal or an elegant dinner.
- 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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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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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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