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SUMMARY:Dempsey Dog Meet + Greet: Louise Cheese [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 into our Rock Row center and say “hi” to our Dempsey Dog Teams. No sign up needed! \n\n\n\nInterested 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.
URL:https://www.dempseycenter.org/event/dempsey-dog-meet-greet-louise-cheese-rock-row-2/2025-10-29/
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:20251029T093000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20251029T103000
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SUMMARY:Living a Balanced Life [Rock Row]
DESCRIPTION:This four-week series focused on balance and the impact it can have on daily life. Throughout the series\, we will outline the benefits of PT intervention for cancer survivors in various stages of survivorship\, discuss how cancer-related conditions can impact balance\, conduct a fall risk screening\, and provide hands-on balance training for those who need it.\n\n• Week 1: Educational Discussion – Discuss physical therapy intervention for balance impairments secondary to cancer and cancer-related conditions.\n• Week 2: Fall Risk Screenings – (15-minute sessions) This screening is required to participate in Week 3-4.  Screenings are meant to challenge your balance with your safety in mind through various physical tests. Please wear supportive shoes and comfortable clothing.\n• Weeks 3 + 4: Balance Classes – Join us for hands-on\, interactive balance training! Each participant will remain in appropriately distanced stations equipped with a chair for support if needed. Our balance classes are evidence-based and designed to target each of the major balance systems while maintaining safety at all times. You will be supervised by a physical therapist and leave with suggestions and tools to help improve and maintain your balance on your own.\n\nLed by Cam Willette of Maine Strong Balance Center.\n\nOpen to adult Dempsey Center clients in active or post-treatment\, as well as their primary care partner.
URL:https://www.dempseycenter.org/event/living-a-balanced-life-rock-row/2025-10-29/
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:20251029T103000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20251029T120000
DTSTAMP:20260508T173325
CREATED:20250507T163659Z
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UID:10001196-1761733800-1761739200@www.dempseycenter.org
SUMMARY:Advanced Cancer Support Group [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 Kerry Irish\, LCSW\, OSW-C. \nOpen to adult Dempsey Center clients living with advanced cancer.\nParticipants must be residents of Maine. \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-dempsey-connects/2025-10-29/
LOCATION:Dempsey Connects
CATEGORIES:Counseling,Support Groups
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20251029T110000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20251029T120000
DTSTAMP:20260508T173325
CREATED:20250724T133657Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20250724T133938Z
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SUMMARY:Yoga for Cancer Care [Rock Row]
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 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.\nPlease note that participants must be able to transition from floor to standing.
URL:https://www.dempseycenter.org/event/yoga-for-cancer-care-rock-row-2/2025-10-29/
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:20251029T113000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20251029T130000
DTSTAMP:20260508T173325
CREATED:20250507T164310Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20250507T164310Z
UID:10001261-1761737400-1761742800@www.dempseycenter.org
SUMMARY:Advanced Cancer Care Partner Support Group [Dempsey Connects]
DESCRIPTION: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.\n\nLed by Christine Brome\, LCSW\, OSW-C and Linda Coupe\, LCPC.\n\nOpen to adult Dempsey Center clients who are care partners to a loved one diagnosed with advanced cancer.\nParticipants must be residents of Maine.\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-care-partner-support-group-dempsey-connects/2025-10-29/
LOCATION:Dempsey Connects
CATEGORIES:Counseling,Support Groups
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20251029T123000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20251029T131500
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CREATED:20250821T210534Z
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UID:10002188-1761741000-1761743700@www.dempseycenter.org
SUMMARY:Stretch + Strengthen [Rock Row]
DESCRIPTION:Join us in-person for a 6-week progressive series that combines Pilates and Yoga principles to enhance core strength and stability to promote better balance. We will also focus on improving flexibility\, muscular strength\, endurance\, posture\, and alignment.\nNo experience required.\nLed by Tish Caldwell\, Dempsey Center’s Movement + Fitness Manager\, Certified Oncology Yoga Instructor and Certified Pilates Instructor.\nOpen to Dempsey Center clients in active treatment or post-treatment and their primary care partner.\nPlease note that participants must be able to lay on their backs and transition from floor to standing.
URL:https://www.dempseycenter.org/event/stretch-strengthen-rock-row/2025-10-29/
LOCATION:Dempsey Center – Rock Row\, 11 Rock Row\, Westbrook\, ME\, 04092\, United States
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20251029T140000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20251029T160000
DTSTAMP:20260508T173325
CREATED:20250507T165257Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20251009T204431Z
UID:10002414-1761746400-1761753600@www.dempseycenter.org
SUMMARY:Dempsey Dog Meet + Greet: Rudy [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-rudy-rock-row/2025-10-29/
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:20251029T143000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20251029T160000
DTSTAMP:20260508T173325
CREATED:20250507T165514Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20250507T165514Z
UID:10001339-1761748200-1761753600@www.dempseycenter.org
SUMMARY:Advanced Cancer Care Partner Support Group - Afternoon [Dempsey Connects]
DESCRIPTION: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.\n\nLed by Michelle Hayes\, LCSW\, OSW-C and Jennifer Keefe\, MSW Intern.\n\nOpen to Dempsey Center clients who are care partners to a loved one diagnosed with advanced cancer.\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/advanced-cancer-care-partner-support-group-afternoon-dempsey-connects/2025-10-29/
LOCATION:Dempsey Connects
CATEGORIES:Counseling,Support Groups
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20251029T143000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20251029T163000
DTSTAMP:20260508T173325
CREATED:20250724T133905Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20250724T133905Z
UID:10001866-1761748200-1761755400@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.\n\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.\nRegistration closes August 26. \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.\nParticipants must bring their own containers to transport prepared food home.
URL:https://www.dempseycenter.org/event/cooking-for-health-healing-rock-row-2/2025-10-29/
LOCATION:Dempsey Center – Rock Row\, 11 Rock Row\, Westbrook\, ME\, 04092\, United States
CATEGORIES:Nutrition
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20251029T150000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20251029T163000
DTSTAMP:20260508T173325
CREATED:20251009T203042Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20251009T203042Z
UID:10002360-1761750000-1761755400@www.dempseycenter.org
SUMMARY:Connect + Experience: Acupressure for Everyday [Rock Row]
DESCRIPTION:Discover how the gentle art of acupressure can support your health and well-being in daily life. In this interactive class\, you’ll learn simple techniques to relieve stress\, ease common discomforts\, and restore balance to body and mind. No prior experience is needed -just your own hands and an openness to connect with your body’s natural ability to heal. Through guided practice\, participants will explore key acupressure points and ways to incorporate mindful touch into everyday moments. Whether you’re seeking calm\, better sleep\, or gentle relief from tension\, these practices offer practical tools you can use anytime\, anywhere. Join us to connect\, care\, and carry home skills that nurture resilience and peace in your daily life.\n\nLed by Michelle Small and Tricia Gilbert\n\nOpen to the public ages 12+.
URL:https://www.dempseycenter.org/event/connect-experience-acupressure-for-everyday-rock-row/
LOCATION:Dempsey Center – Rock Row\, 11 Rock Row\, Westbrook\, ME\, 04092\, United States
CATEGORIES:Complementary Therapies
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