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SUMMARY:Tai Chi + QiGong for Energy + Health [Rock Row]
DESCRIPTION:Tai Chi is a movement therapy that promotes the flow of energy in the body to improve health. Suitable for all ages\, this class will emphasize the practice and cultivation of different exercises that provide benefits such as improved balance\, range of motion\, and core strength\, as well as pain management and decreased stress and anxiety.\nLed by Cal Clark\, LMT\, Polarity Therapist\, Certified Qi Gong Instructor.\nOpen to Dempsey Center clients in active treatment or post-treatment and their primary care partner.
URL:https://www.dempseycenter.org/event/tai-chi-qigong-for-energy-health-rock-row/2025-06-12/
LOCATION:Dempsey Center – Rock Row\, 11 Rock Row\, Westbrook\, ME\, 04092\, United States
CATEGORIES:Movement + Fitness
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20250612T100000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20250612T113000
DTSTAMP:20260412T184250
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SUMMARY:Advanced Cancer Support Group - Morning [Dempsey Connects]
DESCRIPTION: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.\nLed by Kailie Sullivan\, LCSW\, OSW-C and Judi Stevens\, Volunteer Support Group Facilitator.\n\nOpen to adult Dempsey Center clients living with advanced cancer.\nParticipants must be residents of Maine\, New Hampshire\, or Massachuesetts.\n\nOnline 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.
URL:https://www.dempseycenter.org/event/advanced-cancer-support-group-morning-dempsey-connects/2025-06-12/
LOCATION:Dempsey Connects
CATEGORIES:Counseling,Support Groups
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20250612T103000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20250612T113000
DTSTAMP:20260412T184250
CREATED:20250507T182634Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20250507T182634Z
UID:10001542-1749724200-1749727800@www.dempseycenter.org
SUMMARY:Understanding Neuropathy [Dempsey Connects]
DESCRIPTION:Come learn about Chemo-Induced Peripheral Neuropathy\, a common side effect of cancer treatment. In this educational workshop\, we will share strategies for managing the hallmarks of neuropathy—tingling\, numbness\, and burning—and will offer insights to improve your or your loved one’s quality of life.\n\nLed by Marissa Paquette from ReVital Cancer Rehabilitation.\n\nOpen to the public.
URL:https://www.dempseycenter.org/event/understanding-neuropathy-dempsey-connects/
LOCATION:Dempsey Connects
CATEGORIES:Education
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20250612T103000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20250612T120000
DTSTAMP:20260412T184250
CREATED:20250507T135932Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20251009T204458Z
UID:10000198-1749724200-1749729600@www.dempseycenter.org
SUMMARY:Dempsey Dog Meet + Greet: Forest [Rock Row]
DESCRIPTION: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.\nDrop in and say “hi” to our Dempsey Dog Teams. No sign up needed!
URL:https://www.dempseycenter.org/event/dempsey-dog-meet-greet-forest-rock-row/2025-06-12/
LOCATION:Dempsey Center – Rock Row\, 11 Rock Row\, Westbrook\, ME\, 04092\, United States
CATEGORIES:Comfort + Wellbeing,Dempsey Dogs
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20250612T110000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20250612T114500
DTSTAMP:20260412T184250
CREATED:20250507T151522Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20250612T192200Z
UID:10000954-1749726000-1749728700@www.dempseycenter.org
SUMMARY:Fitness for Life [Lewiston]
DESCRIPTION:Exercise can help fight fatigue\, boost your energy level\, support your immune system\, relieve stress and tension\, make your muscles and heart stronger\, improve balance and help you sleep better. This 45-minute class will provide you with all the fundamentals of an exercise program\, adapting it to meet the needs of varying levels of fitness with a warm-up\, aerobic activity\, core and strength training exercises\, and finishing with a cooldown/stretch.\nPlease wear comfortable clothes and supportive shoes or sneakers and have a sturdy chair available on a non-skid surface and small handheld weights.\nLed by Tish Caldwell\, Dempsey Center’s Movement + Fitness Manager\, Certified Oncology Yoga Instructor\, and Livestrong Cancer Exercise Trainer.\nOpen to Dempsey Center clients in active treatment or post-treatment and their primary care partner.
URL:https://www.dempseycenter.org/event/fitness-for-life-lewiston/2025-06-12/
LOCATION:Dempsey Center – Lewiston (17 High Street)\, 17 High Street\, Lewiston\, ME\, 04240\, United States
CATEGORIES:Movement + Fitness
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20250612T110000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20250612T114500
DTSTAMP:20260412T184250
CREATED:20250507T152051Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20250612T192433Z
UID:10000961-1749726000-1749728700@www.dempseycenter.org
SUMMARY:Fitness for Life [Dempsey Connects]
DESCRIPTION:Exercise can help fight fatigue\, boost your energy level\, support your immune system\, relieve stress and tension\, make your muscles and heart stronger\, improve balance and help you sleep better. This 45-minute class will provide you with all the fundamentals of an exercise program\, adapting it to meet the needs of varying levels of fitness with a warm-up\, aerobic activity\, core and strength training exercises\, and finishing with a cooldown/stretch.\n\nPlease wear comfortable clothes and supportive shoes or sneakers and have a sturdy chair available on a non-skid surface and small handheld weights.\n\nLed by Tish Caldwell\, Dempsey Center’s Movement + Fitness Manager\, Certified Oncology Yoga Instructor\, and Livestrong Cancer Exercise Trainer.\n\nOpen to Dempsey Center clients in active treatment or post-treatment and their primary care partner.
URL:https://www.dempseycenter.org/event/fitness-for-life-lewiston-copy/2025-06-12/
LOCATION:Dempsey Connects
CATEGORIES:Movement + Fitness
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20250612T120000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20250612T124500
DTSTAMP:20260412T184250
CREATED:20250507T153012Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20250612T192251Z
UID:10000968-1749729600-1749732300@www.dempseycenter.org
SUMMARY:Chair Yoga [Lewiston]
DESCRIPTION: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.\nLed by Tish Caldwell\, Dempsey Center’s Movement + Fitness Manager\, Certified Oncology Yoga Instructor.\nOpen to Dempsey Center clients in active treatment or post-treatment and their primary care partner.
URL:https://www.dempseycenter.org/event/chair-yoga-lewiston/2025-06-12/
LOCATION:Dempsey Center – Lewiston (17 High Street)\, 17 High Street\, Lewiston\, ME\, 04240\, United States
CATEGORIES:Movement + Fitness
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20250612T130000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20250612T143000
DTSTAMP:20260412T184250
CREATED:20250507T140255Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20250507T184219Z
UID:10000268-1749733200-1749738600@www.dempseycenter.org
SUMMARY:In-Person Cancer Support Group [Lewiston]
DESCRIPTION:Meet in person with others impacted by cancer in this 16-week support group. Whether you were recently diagnosed\, in the midst of treatment\, or are in remission\, this group is a place to discuss your diagnosis and its lingering impact with those who truly understand.\nLed by Kelly West\, LCSW\, OSW-c.\nOpen to adult Dempsey Center clients with a cancer diagnosis at any stage.\nParticipants must be residents of Maine.
URL:https://www.dempseycenter.org/event/in-person-cancer-support-group-lewiston/2025-06-12/
LOCATION:Dempsey Center – Lewiston (17 High Street)\, 17 High Street\, Lewiston\, ME\, 04240\, United States
CATEGORIES:Counseling,Support Groups
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20250612T130000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20250612T143000
DTSTAMP:20260412T184250
CREATED:20250507T182819Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20250507T182819Z
UID:10001543-1749733200-1749738600@www.dempseycenter.org
SUMMARY:Rejuvenate: Yoga + Massage [Rock Row]
DESCRIPTION:Experience the harmonious fusion of restorative yoga and massage with our gentle yoga and massage session. You will be led into a variety of restorative yoga postures\, and while you breathe\, stretch and relax\, you’ll receive gentle hand\, foot\, back and neck massage from a member of our massage team. This unique combination offers a chance for profound relaxation\, comfort\, and rejuvenation.\n\nNo prior experience with yoga or massage is necessary\, however\, participants must be able to transition from floor to standing.\n\nLed by Maggie Miller\, Kelcy McNamara\, and Kelli DuBose. \nOpen to Dempsey Center clients.
URL:https://www.dempseycenter.org/event/rejuvenate-yoga-massage-rock-row-2/
LOCATION:Dempsey Center – Rock Row\, 11 Rock Row\, Westbrook\, ME\, 04092\, United States
CATEGORIES:Complementary Therapies
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20250612T140000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20250612T150000
DTSTAMP:20260412T184250
CREATED:20250507T175231Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20250507T175231Z
UID:10001461-1749736800-1749740400@www.dempseycenter.org
SUMMARY:Grief After Cancer Loss [Rock Row]
DESCRIPTION:Coping with the death of a loved one can be one of the most difficult times in life. Grief is a universal experience and yet no one grieves in the same way. In this 8-week series\, find support through others who are also grieving and explore how to move through this new life landscape.\n\nLed by Erin King\, LCSW\, APHSW-C\, OSW-C.\n\nOpen to adult Dempsey Center clients who are grieving the loss of a loved one to cancer at least three months ago and within the last two years.\nParticipants must be residents of Maine\, New Hampshire\, or Massachusetts.\n\nOnline 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.
URL:https://www.dempseycenter.org/event/grief-after-cancer-loss-rock-row/2025-06-12/
CATEGORIES:Grief + Bereavement,Support Groups
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20250612T150000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20250612T170000
DTSTAMP:20260412T184250
CREATED:20250507T175445Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20250507T184307Z
UID:10001469-1749740400-1749747600@www.dempseycenter.org
SUMMARY:Cooking for Health + Healing [Rock Row]
DESCRIPTION:Improve your skills in the kitchen and discover the role of food as it relates to overall health during and after cancer treatment. In this 4-week series\, you will learn how food can be used to support health\, regain strength\, reduce your risk of cancer and other chronic illnesses\, while discovering new ways to add nutrients to your diet. Each week\, clients will participate in preparing recipes with assistance from our nutritionist.\nFeatured weekly topics include: \n\nThe Anti-Inflammatory Diet\nEating for a Healthy Heart\nCarbohydrates and Fiber\nAdding Color to Your Plate\n\nLed by Judy Donnelly\, RDN\, CSO\, LD\, Nutrition Program Manager. \n\nOpen to all Dempsey Center Clients.\nParticipants are strongly urged to attend all sessions.\n\nPlease note that this class does require participation\, which may include standing and moving about our demonstration kitchen. Sign up requires a telephone consult before attending.\n\nParticipants must bring their own containers to transport prepared food home.
URL:https://www.dempseycenter.org/event/cooking-for-health-healing-rock-row/2025-06-12/
LOCATION:Dempsey Center – Rock Row\, 11 Rock Row\, Westbrook\, ME\, 04092\, United States
CATEGORIES:Nutrition
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20250612T170000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20250612T180000
DTSTAMP:20260412T184250
CREATED:20250507T153221Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20251009T204525Z
UID:10000972-1749747600-1749751200@www.dempseycenter.org
SUMMARY:Dempsey Dog Meet + Greet: Bruce [Rock Row]
DESCRIPTION: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.\nDrop in and say “hi” to our Dempsey Dog Teams. No sign up needed!
URL:https://www.dempseycenter.org/event/dempsey-dog-meet-greet-bruce-rock-row/2025-06-12/
LOCATION:Dempsey Center – Rock Row\, 11 Rock Row\, Westbrook\, ME\, 04092\, United States
CATEGORIES:Comfort + Wellbeing,Dempsey Dogs
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20250612T173000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20250612T183000
DTSTAMP:20260412T184250
CREATED:20250507T175900Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20250507T175900Z
UID:10001474-1749749400-1749753000@www.dempseycenter.org
SUMMARY:Yoga for Cancer Care - Evening [Dempsey Connects]
DESCRIPTION:Reduce stress\, manage treatment side-effects\, and aid cancer recovery through a unique evidence-based yoga method specifically for those diagnosed with cancer. Through movement\, breathing\, and mindfulness\, this practice aims to provide benefits such as muscular strength\, bone density\, immune support\, flexibility\, and improved posture.\nLed by Heather Edgerly Certified Oncology Yoga Instructor. \nOpen to all adult Dempsey Center clients.\nPlease note that participants must be able to transition from floor to standing.
URL:https://www.dempseycenter.org/event/yoga-for-cancer-care-evening-dempsey-connects/2025-06-12/
LOCATION:Dempsey Connects
CATEGORIES:Movement + Fitness
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20250612T173000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20250612T184500
DTSTAMP:20260412T184250
CREATED:20250507T170144Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20250508T135042Z
UID:10001367-1749749400-1749753900@www.dempseycenter.org
SUMMARY:Young Adult Cancer Support Group [Dempsey Connects]
DESCRIPTION:Work\, relationships\, sexuality\, intimacy\, finances\, family\, parenting\, college…adulting is just different with a cancer diagnosis. This group is a place for young adults at any point in their cancer journey to connect and socialize with others who understand the challenges of diagnosis\, treatment\, and survivorship. We share stories\, struggles and laughter and identify ways to cope day to day.\nLed by Kristen Breault\, LCSW and Libby Gordon\, Volunteer Support Group Facilitator.\nOpen to adult Dempsey Center clients ages 18-40ish with a cancer diagnosis\, at any point in their cancer journey.\nParticipants must be residents of Maine.
URL:https://www.dempseycenter.org/event/young-adult-cancer-support-group-dempsey-connects/2025-06-12/
LOCATION:Dempsey Connects
CATEGORIES:Counseling,Support Groups
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