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No-Bake Chocolate Peanut Butter Energy Bars A healthy snack you can bring to work, give to your kids after school or enjoy for dessert! Ingredients: 1 cup old-fashioned rolled oats 3 tbsp. unsweetened cocoa powder 2 tbsp. flaxseed meal 1/2 tsp. salt 1/2 cup creamy peanut butter 1/4 cup honey 1/2 tsp. vanilla extract 2 … Continued
For 14 years, United Benefit Advisors (UBA) has surveyed thousands of employers across the nation regarding their health plan offerings, including analyzing hundreds of data points related to cost, funding methods, enrollment, plan design, coverage features, wellness, prescription drug coverage, and more. As the only UBA firm in Maine, Acadia Benefits participates in this survey … Continued
With increased technological advances in the diagnosis of sleep apnea, more and more patients are being told by their physicians that they could be candidates for a CPAP (Continuous Positive Airway Pressure) machine. It is important for patients to know what is expected from the doctor when this machine is recommended. First, the doctor’s office … Continued
Seared Scallops with Cauliflower Purée With all the fresh seafood in the area right now, I wanted to share this favorite weeknight recipe! Ingredients: 2 cups chopped cauliflower 1 cup cubed peeled Yukon gold potato 1 cup water 1/2 cup fat-free, lower-sodium chicken broth 1 tablespoon oil (olive, canola, etc.) 1 1/2 pounds sea … Continued
During our open enrollment presentations, and here on our blog, we often remind our customers of the importance of wellness exams with our Primary Care Physicians (PCPs). The benefits of these wellness exams are not just health-related. We are finding more and more that it is extremely important for patients to establish a relationship with … Continued
Kate Malloy was on hand to present The York County Shelter Programs (YCSP) with a $5,000 grant from the Harvard Pilgrim Health Care Foundation. YCSP gives homeless residents of York County a safe place to sleep and helps people address the problems that led to being homeless. Acadia Benefits is proud to support YCSP’s vision … Continued
I have clear memories of visiting my father at work when I was younger. This was well before I started my career in the employee benefits industry. I remember being in awe of the big brick building and excited to go into the bustling city of Portland. Back then, it was (and still is) a … Continued
Spinach Orzo Salad This is one of my favorite summer recipes. It’s the perfect side to bring to cookouts where you are sure to be the hit with your family and friends! Ingredients: 1 box orzo Big bag of fresh spinach, roughly chopped 1 cup roasted red peppers, finely chopped 1 cup Kalamata olives, finely … Continued
Acadia Benefits is excited to announce the addition of Sasha Arabinko to our team as Office Manager. Sasha has previous administrative experience working in the property and casualty insurance field. Why did you join the Acadia Benefits Team? “Acadia Benefits stands out as a company that not only values the needs of their customers, but … Continued
As drug costs to continue to rise, patients are seeing more and more of their previously covered drugs being dropped from their insurance carriers’ formulary. This often results in out of pocket costs for the drugs to skyrocket by hundreds, sometimes thousands, of dollars. Thankfully, many drug manufacturers have developed a “drug card and coupon” … Continued
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