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Dempsey Challenge: Reimagined

$1.2M raised and still going

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The Dempsey Center makes life better for people managing the impact of cancer with locations in Lewiston, South Portland, and now our third virtual location, Dempsey Connects. Services are provided at no cost.

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Dempsey Challenge

Thanks to our amazing Dempsey Challenge participants, over $1.2 million has been raised to make life better for people managing the impact of cancer. Donations for Dempsey Challenge 2020 will be accepted through October 31.

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Tai Chi for Balance – Virtual

9:00 am - 10:00 am

9:30 am - 10:45 am

11:00 am - 12:00 pm

Food is Medicine Series – Virtual

2:00 pm - 3:30 pm

4:00 pm - 5:30 pm

Surviving + Thriving: Post-Treatment Discussion Group – Virtual

4:00 pm - 5:30 pm

Instruction + Introduction in Mindfulness Meditation – Virtual

6:00 pm - 7:00 pm

9:00 am - 10:00 am

Tai Chi + QiGong for Energy + Health – Virtual

12:00 pm - 1:00 pm

1:30 pm - 2:30 pm

Women’s Cancer Support Group – Virtual

1:30 pm - 3:00 pm

Care Partner Drop-In Support Group – Virtual

3:30 pm - 4:45 pm

Evening Drop-In Cancer Support Group – Virtual

5:00 pm - 6:30 pm

5:30 pm - 6:30 pm

6:00 pm - 7:30 pm
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Instruction + Introduction in Mindfulness Meditation – Virtual

Whether you are just starting to explore meditation or looking to deepen your existing practice, join us for a meditation session that will include brief instruction followed by a gently…

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Young Adult Cancer Support Group – Virtual

Do you want to meet other young adults in Maine who are dealing with cancer?  You have come to the right place!  This group is a place for young adults,…

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Dempsey Challenge

Dempsey Challenge Reimagined

#ReimaginetheChallenge    #DempseyChallenge2020

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

Thanks to our amazing participants, over $1.2 million has been raised to make life better for people managing the impact of cancer. Donations for Dempsey Challenge 2020 will be accepted through October 31.

Learn more about how you can support or donate to our $1.5 million dollar goal.

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Dempsey Center
PO Box 277
Auburn, ME 04212
*Checks should be made out to the Dempsey Center, please do not mail cash.
EIN Number: 82-1547129

Lewiston Location
29 Lowell Street
Lewiston, ME 04240

1-877-336-7287

Dempsey Center's virtual location
is open 8AM-5PM, Mon-Fri

South Portland Location
778 Main Street
South Portland, ME 04106

1-877-336-7287

Dempsey Center's virtual location
is open 8AM-5PM, Mon-Fri

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