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Choices

Choices is CHNCT’s nutrition, health and wellness program. Choices began as a partnership between CHNCT and the state Department of Public Health.

The mission of the Choices program is to provide high-quality, culturally appropriate nutrition and health education. Through this program, CHNCT seeks to increase healthy behaviors. It also seeks to aid in positive lifestyle changes.

CHNCT offers Choices programs for its members, both children and adults. If you are a member and are interested in our workshops, click here to learn more   (PDF, 79 KB).

If you are a member and have a question about Choices, please email Terry Dumais. You may also call Terry at 203.949.4197. Terry is a nutrition and wellness specialist.

Please check back soon to see a schedule of our member workshops. A listing will also be published in our spring 2010 member newsletter.


Attend a CHNCT HEALTHY COOKING CLASS + Get a FREE Reusable Bag and Groceries Worth $25

A special event for CHNCT members to keep you healthy. You’re invited to a Choices education, nutrition and wellness workshop.

Through this instructional cooking class, you will learn the basics of the five food groups. You will also learn how your health is impacted by the foods you eat.

SOME OF THE TOPICS TO BE DISCUSSED ARE:

  • The five food groups
  • Daily calorie requirements
  • Good and bad fats
  • Salt and sugar
  • Healthy alternatives to your favorite foods

If you would like to sign up, please call 203.949.4028. You must sign up for this workshop. There are a set number of spaces available. Please reserve your spot early. Childcare is available for children ages 2 to 12.

This event is for CHNCT members only. You must bring your Member ID card to the class. If you do not bring your Member ID card, you will not be able to attend the class.

The next workshops are scheduled for:

July 14 - Burroughs Community Center
Bridgeport - 5:45 p.m. to 8 p.m.
July 15 - Yale-Dixwell Learning Center
New Haven - 5:45 p.m. to 8 p.m.
July 20 - Wallingford Park & Recreation
Wallingford - 5:45 p.m. to 8 p.m.
July 27 - Boys & Girls Club
Meriden - 5:45 p.m. to 8 p.m.
August 11 - New London Public Library
New London - 5:45 p.m. to 8 p.m.
August 17 - Green Street Arts Center
Middletown - 5:45 p.m. to 8 p.m.
August 18 - Henry Carter Hull Library
Clinton - 5:45 p.m. to 8 p.m.
August 19 - Norwalk Public Library
Norwalk - 5:45 p.m. to 8 p.m.
August 26 - Trinity-on-Main
New Britain - 5:45 p.m. to 8 p.m.
 

Nutrition Information

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Featured Recipe From Captain 5-a-Day

Vegetable Frittata

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