Events

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. Led by Kailie Sullivan, LCSW, OSW-C and Judi Stevens, Volunteer Support Group Facilitator. Open to adult Dempsey … Continued

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. Led by Marissa Paquette from ReVital Cancer Rehabilitation. Open to the public.

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. Drop in and say “hi” to our Dempsey Dog Teams. No sign up needed!

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 … Continued

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 … Continued

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, … Continued

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. Led by Kelly West, LCSW, OSW-c. Open to adult Dempsey Center … Continued

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 … Continued

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. Led … Continued

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 … Continued

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. Drop in and say “hi” to our Dempsey Dog Teams. No sign up needed!

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. Led by Heather Edgerly Certified Oncology Yoga Instructor. Open to all … Continued

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 … Continued

From treating pain and nausea to helping to ease the symptoms of neuropathy, more and more studies demonstrate positive benefits from the safe use of cannabis including CBD and other cannabinoids. In this informational session we will discuss alternative and adjunctive ways to manage the side effects of cancer and cancer treatments. Led by Shari … Continued

Strength After Breast Cancer (SABC) is an 8-week exercise program open to clients with any cancer diagnosis in active or post-treatment. Presented by Seacoast Hand Therapy, this series is designed to teach individuals about the benefits of slow, progressive exercise and how it can reduce the onset and/or severity of lymphedema. SABC is also designed … Continued

Are you struggling with "chemo brain" or brain fog? If you're dealing with a cancer diagnosis or undergoing treatment, you might be experiencing word-finding difficulties, trouble with focus, or problems with memory—all are common side effects many people with cancer face. This 6-week program is designed to help you manage changes in memory and cognitive … Continued

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 … Continued