Dempsey Center

Dempsey Dog Meet + Greet: Louise Cheese [Lewiston]
2027-04-05 10:00 - 11:30, 2027-03-16 10:00 - 11:30, 2027-03-01 10:00 - 11:30, 2027-02-16 10:00 - 11:30, 2027-02-01 10:00 - 11:30, 2027-01-19 10:00 - 11:30, 2027-01-04 10:00 - 11:30 (America/New_York) | Dempsey Center – Lewiston (17 High Street), 17 High Street, Lewiston, ME, 04240, United States
Therapy dogs can help to provide emotional support, alleviate stress, improve moods, and help boost confidence. We are proud to encourage the animal-human bond through our teams of Dempsey Dogs, trained and registered by Pet Partners.

Drop in and say “hi” to our Dempsey Dog Teams. No sign up needed!

Interested in spending some time with one of our Dempsey Dogs teams individually? Call 877-336-7287 to schedule your private Paws Together appointment with one of our therapy dog teams.

Chair Yoga [Dempsey Connects]
2027-03-31 09:45 - 10:30, 2027-03-24 09:45 - 10:30, 2027-03-17 09:45 - 10:30, 2027-03-10 09:45 - 10:30, 2027-03-03 09:45 - 10:30, 2027-02-24 09:45 - 10:30, 2027-02-17 09:45 - 10:30, 2027-02-10 09:45 - 10:30 and 7 more dates | Dempsey Connects
No class May 13 + July 1.

Join us for a gentle, accessible form of yoga, open to all levels of experience. Chair Yoga utilizes both seated and standing poses using a chair for support to provide all the benefits of a traditional yoga practice. We will use movement, breathing, and mindfulness to improve muscular strength, bone density, immune support, flexibility, energy, sleep, and posture.

Led by Tish Caldwell, Dempsey Center’s Movement + Fitness Manager, Certified Oncology Yoga Instructor.

Open to all adult Dempsey Center clients.

This workshop will have both a virtual and in-person audience. You are signing up to attend virtually.

Advanced Cancer Support Group - Morning [Dempsey Connects]
2026-12-24 10:00 - 11:30 | Dempsey Connects
No group July 2 and November 26.

If you are living with an advanced cancer diagnosis, this is a safe place to explore ways to cope with the challenges of living with advanced illness and continue to find meaning and hope through discussion and connection.

Led by Kailie Sullivan, LCSW, OSW-C and Judi Stevens, Volunteer Support Group Facilitator.

Open to adult Dempsey Center clients living with advanced cancer.

Participants must be residents of Maine, New Hampshire, or Massachusetts.

Online sign up is not available for this group. A telephone consult is required before attending. Please call us at (877)336-7287 or email registration@dempseycenter.org to request your consult.

Advanced Cancer Care Partner Support Group - Afternoon [Dempsey Connects]
2026-12-23 14:30 - 16:00 | Dempsey Connects
If you are a care partner to someone with an advanced or metastatic cancer diagnosis, we welcome you to this space. This group provides a safe, comfortable place to find the support, information, and understanding you need to continue caring for your loved one and yourself. Together, we can find ways to help you reduce isolation, worry, and fear as you provide emotional and/or physical support throughout the journey.

Led by Michelle Hayes, LCSW, OSW-C.

Open to adult Dempsey Center clients who are care partners to a loved one diagnosed with advanced cancer.

Participants must be residents of Maine, New Hampshire, or Massachusetts.

Online sign up is not available for this group. A telephone consult is required before attending. Please call us at (877)336-7287 or email registration@dempseycenter.org to request your consult.a

Dempsey Dog Meet + Greet: Rudy [Rock Row]
2026-12-23 14:00 - 16:00 | Dempsey Center – Rock Row, 11 Rock Row, Westbrook, ME, 04092, United States
Therapy dogs can help to provide emotional support, alleviate stress, improve moods, and help boost confidence. We are proud to encourage the animal-human bond through our teams of Dempsey Dogs, trained and registered by Pet Partners.

Drop in and say “hi” to our Dempsey Dog Teams. No sign up needed!

Rudy is expected most Wednesdays, 2:00-4:00PM.

Advanced Cancer Care Partner Support Group - Morning [Dempsey Connects]
2026-12-23 11:30 - 13:00 | Dempsey Connects
No group May 13, July 1, and November 11.

If you are a care partner to someone with an advanced or metastatic cancer diagnosis, we welcome you to this space. This group provides a safe, comfortable place to find the support, information, and understanding you need to continue caring for your loved one and yourself. Together, we can find ways to help you reduce isolation, worry, and fear as you provide emotional and/or physical support throughout the journey.

Led by Christine Brome, LCSW, OSW-C and Linda Coupe, LCPC.

Open to adult Dempsey Center clients who are care partners to a loved one diagnosed with advanced cancer.

Participants must be residents of Maine.

Online sign up is not available for this group. A telephone consult is required before attending. Please call us at (877)336-7287 or email registration@dempseycenter.org to request your consult.

Dempsey Dog Meet + Greet: Benny [Rock Row]
2026-12-23 11:00 - 12:30 | Dempsey Center – Rock Row, 11 Rock Row, Westbrook, ME, 04092, United States
Therapy dogs can help to provide emotional support, alleviate stress, improve moods, and help boost confidence. We are proud to encourage the animal-human bond through our teams of Dempsey Dogs, trained and registered by Pet Partners.
Drop in and say “hi” to our Dempsey Dog Teams. No sign-up needed!
Benny is expected must Wednesdays, 11:00AM -12:30PM.
Interested in spending some time with one of our Dempsey Dogs teams individually? Call 877-336-7287 to schedule your private Paws Together appointment with one of our therapy dog teams.

Advanced Cancer Support Group [Dempsey Connects]
2026-12-23 10:30 - 12:00 | Dempsey Connects
No group July 1 and November 11.

If you are living with an advanced cancer diagnosis, this is a safe place to explore ways to cope with the challenges of living with advanced illness and continue to find meaning and hope through discussion and connection.

Led by Kerry Irish, LCSW, OSW-C, FAOSW.

Open to adult Dempsey Center clients living with advanced cancer.

Participants must be residents of Maine.

Online sign up is not available for this group. A telephone consult is required before attending. Please call us at (877)336-7287 or email registration@dempseycenter.org to request your consult.

Dempsey Dog Meet + Greet: Louise Cheese [Rock Row]
2026-12-23 09:00 - 10:30 | Dempsey Center – Rock Row, 11 Rock Row, Westbrook, ME, 04092, United States
Therapy dogs can help to provide emotional support, alleviate stress, improve moods, and help boost confidence. We are proud to encourage the animal-human bond through our teams of Dempsey Dogs, trained and registered by Pet Partners.
Drop into our Rock Row center and say “hi” to our Dempsey Dog Teams. No sign up needed!
Louise Cheese is expected most Wednesdays, 9:00-10:30AM

Advanced Cancer Support Group - Afternoon [Dempsey Connects]
2026-12-22 15:00 - 16:30 | Dempsey Connects
No group June 30.

If you are living with an advanced cancer diagnosis, this is a safe place to explore ways to cope with the challenges of living with advanced illness and continue to find meaning and hope through discussion and connection.

Led by Michelle Hayes, LCSW, OSW-C.

Open to adult Dempsey Center clients living with advanced cancer.

Participants must be residents of Maine, New Hampshire, or Massachusetts.

Online sign up is not available for this group. A telephone consult is required before attending. Please call us at (877)336-7287 or email registration@dempseycenter.org to request your consult.
