Making Life Better for People Managing the Impact of Cancer

What We Do

The Dempsey Center, located in Lewiston and South Portland, Maine, makes life better for people managing the impact of cancer. Services are provided at no cost.

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Events & Announcements

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Today's Program Lineup

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Face2Face- South Portland

10:00 am - 12:00 pm

YWCA Encore Breast Cancer Program – Lewiston

12:00 pm - 12:30 pm

Featured Programs

What to Eat: Before, During, and After Cancer Treatment- South Portland

Join Oncology Dietitian, Karen Schilling and Cancer Rebel and Cook, Ryann Chamberlain for this informative and fun workshop. At each session, Karen shares basic information about maintaining good nutrition while…

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Fatigue Factor – South Portland

Fatigue is a common and distressing side effect of cancer and its treatment. Fatigue Factor provides information and support to help you better understand and cope with cancer-related fatigue, through a…

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The Dempsey Challenge presented by Amgen champions a spirit of celebration and culture of paying it forward. Every dollar raised by Challenge participants directly benefits the Dempsey Centers.