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SUMMARY:The Next Chapter: Support after Cancer  [Dempsey Connects]
DESCRIPTION: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’?\n\nJoin 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.\nAttendance at all four sessions is highly recommended.\n\n\nWeek 1 – CONNECT: Meet with others in a similar place in their cancer journey.\nWeek 2 – FEEL WELL: Discover new ways to move your body and learn about how complementary therapies can care for your body and mind.\nWeek 3 – EAT WELL: Learn how to optimize your diet and eat well through survivorship.\nWeek 4 – FEEL: Discuss the emotional realities post-treatment.\n\n\nLed by Allison Burt\, LCSW\, OSW-C; Judy Donnelly\, RDN; Tish Caldwell\, Certified Oncology Fitness Instructor; Liz Como\, LMT; Michelle Hayes\, LCSW\, OSW-C.\n\nOpen to Dempsey Center clients who are no longer receiving ‘active’ treatment (ex. Chemotherapy\, radiation\, immunotherapy\, etc.)\nWe 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.
URL:https://www.dempseycenter.org/event/the-next-chapter-support-after-cancer-dempsey-connects/2025-11-03/
LOCATION:Dempsey Connects
CATEGORIES:Education,Counseling
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SUMMARY:Better Sleep\, Better Health [Dempsey Connects]
DESCRIPTION: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.\n\nLed by Kailie Sullivan\, LCSW\, OSW-C.\n\nOpen to all Dempsey Center clients.
URL:https://www.dempseycenter.org/event/better-sleep-better-health-dempsey-connects-2/
LOCATION:Dempsey Connects
CATEGORIES:Education
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20251105T120000
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CREATED:20250930T203719Z
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SUMMARY:Cancer Related Grief: Myths + Misconceptions [Dempsey Connects]
DESCRIPTION:Navigating a cancer diagnosis involves dealing with grief\, in one form or another. Whether it be anticipatory\, grief related to changes in executive or cognitive functioning\, or the death of a loved one; grief is a shared experience. \nJoin us for a 60-minute educational overview of some of the different ‘types’ of grief\, as you learn how to identify them\, discuss some common misunderstandings around grief and grieving\, and connect with others who get it. \nLed by Allison Burt\, LCSW\, OSW-C. \nOpen to the public. Public sign up at https://www.dempseycenter.org/services/classes-workshops/public/.
URL:https://www.dempseycenter.org/event/cancer-related-grief-myths-misconceptions-dempsey-connects-3/
LOCATION:Dempsey Connects
CATEGORIES:Education
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SUMMARY:Muscle Tightness\, Cording\, and Fibrosis: Managing Post-Treatment Symptoms [Dempsey Connects]
DESCRIPTION:Presented by Seacoast Hand Therapy\, this workshop explores the potential long-term soft tissue aftereffects of cancer treatment\, with a focus on Radiation Fibrosis Syndrome and Axillary Web Syndrome (aka cording). Participants will learn about risk reduction strategies\, explore options for short-term relief\, identify changes they may already be noticing\, and gain tools for lifelong management.\n\nOpen to Dempsey Center clients with a cancer diagnosis at any stage.\n\nLed by June Leary\, PT DPT\, Certified Lymphedema Therapist\n\nThis program will have an in-person and virtual audience. You are enrolling for virtual.
URL:https://www.dempseycenter.org/event/muscle-tightness-cording-and-fibrosis-managing-post-treatment-symptoms-dempsey-connect/
LOCATION:Dempsey Connects
CATEGORIES:Education
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SUMMARY:Muscle Tightness\, Cording\, and Fibrosis: Managing Post-Treatment Symptoms [Rock Row]
DESCRIPTION:Presented by Seacoast Hand Therapy\, this workshop explores the potential long-term soft tissue aftereffects of cancer treatment\, with a focus on Radiation Fibrosis Syndrome and Axillary Web Syndrome (aka cording). Participants will learn about risk reduction strategies\, explore options for short-term relief\, identify changes they may already be noticing\, and gain tools for lifelong management.\n\nOpen to Dempsey Center clients with a cancer diagnosis at any stage.\n\nLed by June Leary\, PT DPT\, Certified Lymphedema Therapist\n\nThis program will have an in-person and virtual audience. You are enrolling for in-person at Rock Row. 
URL:https://www.dempseycenter.org/event/muscle-tightness-cording-and-fibrosis-managing-post-treatment-symptoms-rock-row/
LOCATION:Dempsey Center – Rock Row\, 11 Rock Row\, Westbrook\, ME\, 04092\, United States
CATEGORIES:Education
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SUMMARY:Honoring Choice: Being Mortal Screening + Discussion [Dempsey Connects]
DESCRIPTION:Conversations surrounding death and dying can be difficult. Medical providers often struggle with these conversations\, as well. Dr. Atul Gawande shares his own path\, as a physician\, in this 60-minute documentary\, and urges us all to look closely at our cultural understanding of the dying process and how we can support one another better. In this 2-hour workshop\, we’ll view the 60-minute documentary with additional time for questions and discussion. Attendance at other Honoring Choice workshops is not required.\n\nLed by Allison Osgood\, Hospice Liaison\, of Beacon Hospice.\n\nOpen to the public. Sign up at https://www.dempseycenter.org/services/classes-workshops/public/.
URL:https://www.dempseycenter.org/event/honoring-choice-being-mortal-screening-discussion-dempsey-connects/
LOCATION:Dempsey Connects
CATEGORIES:Education
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