Winter Wellness Retreat: Wintering - Slowing Down for Rest & Renewal [Rock Row]
2026-02-20 09:00 - 12:00 (America/New_York) | Dempsey Center – Rock Row, 11 Rock Row, Westbrook, ME, 04092, United States
Please join us for an opportunity to lean into the stillness of the season. We invite you to prioritize rest and open yourself to renewal through body-based guided imagery with some time for reflection and discussion. Please dress comfortably and bring a blanket with you. You are also invited to bring your own journal if you have one. Journals will be provided to anyone in need. During guided imagery, participants may choose between an anti-gravity chair, standard chair, or yoga mat and we invite you to bring any other support items you find helpful (bolsters, meditation cushions, etc.). Light refreshments will be provided.

Open to adult Dempsey Center clients.

Led by Dempsey Center staff.

Honoring Choice: Understanding Hospice [Dempsey Connects]
2026-02-20 11:00 - 12:00 | Dempsey Connects
Most people know that Hospice is a program of care and support for people who are terminally ill and their families, but do you know that hospice can mean so much more than that? Join us to learn what hospice does and does not mean, how to access this benefit, and what to expect for yourself or your loved one considering or entering hospice care.

Led by Kate Sicotte, RN, Hospice Manager, Rev. Kim Hoare, MDiv, Hospice Chaplain, and Annie Blanchard, LCSW, Maine Health CHANS Hospice:

Open to the public. Public sign up at https://www.dempseycenter.org/services/classes-workshops/public/.

The Next Chapter: Support After Cancer Treatment [Dempsey Connects]
2026-02-24 12:00 - 13:00 | Dempsey Connects
Do you have questions about navigating life post cancer treatment? Are you looking for ways to care for your physical and emotional well-being after treatment has ended? Do you want to connect with others who ‘get it’?

Join us for this 4-week series to learn techniques for coping with the new physical and emotional reality of your post-treatment cancer journey. While connecting with other survivors, learn the importance of eating well coupled with strategies to optimize your diet; identify how movement and fitness can care for your body and mind; and explore how complementary therapies can improve your well-being.
Attendance at all four sessions is highly recommended.

Week 1 – CONNECT: Meet with others in a similar place in their cancer journey.
Week 2 – FEEL WELL: Discover new ways to move your body and learn about how complementary therapies can care for your body and mind.
Week 3 – EAT WELL: Learn how to optimize your diet and eat well through survivorship.
Week 4 – FEEL: Discuss the emotional realities post-treatment.

Led by Allison Burt, LCSW, OSW-C; Judy Donnelly, RDN; Tish Caldwell, Certified Oncology Fitness Instructor; Liz Como, LMT; Michelle Hayes, LCSW, OSW-C.

Open to Dempsey Center clients who are no longer receiving ‘active’ treatment (ex. Chemotherapy, radiation, immunotherapy, etc.)
We acknowledge that the ‘end’ of cancer treatment can look very different from person to person. If you are not sure if this program is right for you, please contact Allison Burt, LCSW at aburt@dempseycenter.org to learn more.

Honoring Choice: Maine’s Death with Dignity Act [Dempsey Connects]
2026-02-27 11:00 - 12:00 | Dempsey Connects
The Maine Death with Dignity Act allows qualified individuals to request and receive life-ending medication from their attending physician under specific circumstances. This informational workshop will provide fact-based information regarding medical aid in dying, and Maine’s law followed by a chance to ask questions.

Led by Rev. Valerie Lovelace, MS, Executive Director, Maine Death with Dignity.

Open to the public.

Honoring Choice: About End of Life Doulas [Dempsey Connects]
2026-03-13 11:00 - 12:00 | Dempsey Connects
Have you ever heard of an End-of-Life Doula? These providers offer non-medical holistic support that encompasses emotional, spiritual, and practical care. End-of-Life Doulas can provide companionship, comfort, and guidance to those facing a terminal illness or death and offer resources to help the dying person, along with their family and loved ones, make informed decisions in a supportive environment and provide opportunities for all to discuss the dying process. Learn more about the role they could play as you make decisions about your preparations.
Led by Erin Hayes, Certified End-of-Life Doula, Certified Professional Healthcare Risk Manager, and Certified Professional In-Patient Safety.
Open to the public.

Better Sleep, Better Health [Dempsey Connects]
2026-03-24 11:00 - 12:30 | Dempsey Center – Rock Row, 11 Rock Row, Westbrook, ME, 04092, United States
Getting good sleep has been shown to improve overall health and sets the tone for your day. Learn how to adjust your sleep cycle making for a more restful night and a more productive day. Discover what is disrupting your sleep and master strategies to get a better night’s rest in this virtual workshop.

Led by Kailie Sullivan, LCSW, OSW-C.

Open to all Dempsey Center clients.
