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Start your day with presence of mind and improved focus through a guided meditation session. These ongoing series will help you incorporate meditation as part of your daily routine and is designed for both beginners and those looking to establish a more consistent practice. Led by Kerry Irish, LCSW, OSW-C, FAOSW. Open to all … Continued
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 Kerry Irish, LCSW, OSW-C. Open to adult Dempsey Center clients living with advanced cancer. Participants must … Continued
This is an eight-week in-person support and learning series for adults with a diagnosis of cancer. Each session will combine education and practical tools with meaningful group conversation and peer … Continued
A supportive, confidential space for men impacted by cancer to support one another. This group offers honest conversation and practical coping strategies to help you navigate a diagnosis, treatment, or … Continued
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 … Continued
This session is exclusively open to clients who have not experienced Guided Meditation + Massage before. Experience a serene session of guided meditation and restorative massage. Allow yourself to … Continued
Join us for “Harvest your Calm”, a wellness retreat designed for people affected by cancer. Through Qi Gong, acupressure, tea, and art, we explore tools to access calm. When we … Continued
Step into a steeping of sound and allow the resonance of the gongs wash over you. This gong wash offers a deeply meditative experience as the vibrations of the gong … Continued
Research has shown that expressive writing can help improve quality of life for people living with cancer, and doing so in a supportive community with others further enhances coping and resilience. Using therapeutic writing prompts we will explore journaling with the opportunity to share your writing with others through reading a selected piece (optional, not … Continued
No group June 30. 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 … Continued
Physical, emotional, and financial difficulties can often continue on after cancer treatment has ended. And for some, those difficulties can be lifelong challenges. Join others who are navigating life post-cancer … 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 into our Rock Row center and say “hi” to our Dempsey Dog Teams. No sign up needed! Louise … Continued
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 … Continued
No class May 13 + July 1. Join us for a gentle, accessible form of yoga, open to all levels of experience. Chair Yoga utilizes both seated and standing poses … Continued
No class November 11 or 25. Join us for a gentle, accessible form of yoga, open to all levels of experience. Chair Yoga utilizes both seated and standing poses … Continued
No sessions November 11 or 25. Explore creativity as a way to express, reflect and connect in this welcoming class for people living with cancer and their care partners. … Continued
No group July 1 and November 11. If you are living with an advanced cancer diagnosis, this is a safe place to explore ways to cope with the challenges … Continued
No class November 11 or 25. 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, … 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, … Continued
No group May 13, July 1, and November 11. If you are a care partner to someone with an advanced or metastatic cancer diagnosis, we welcome you to this space. … Continued
No class November 11. Join us in-person for a 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. No experience required. Led by Tish Caldwell, Dempsey Center's Movement + Fitness Manager, Certified … Continued
No class November 11. Join us for a progressive series that combines Pilates and Yoga principles to enhance core strength and stability to promote better balance. We will also … Continued
No group November 11. Women facing cancer...you are not alone. This support group offers a compassionate space to share your thoughts, feelings, and worries with other women during any … 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! Rudy is expected most … 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 … Continued
No class November 26. Start your day with presence of mind and improved focus through a guided meditation session. These ongoing series will help you incorporate meditation as part of your daily routine and is designed for both beginners and those looking to establish a more consistent practice. Led by Karen Hayden. Open to … Continued
No class November 26. 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 … Continued
No group July 2 and November 26. 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 … Continued
No group November 26. Being a care partner to someone with a cancer diagnosis can be a lonely and isolating experience. In this group, care partners can find a … 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, … Continued
This gentle yoga class offers stretches that target the shoulders and hips and standing poses that build balance and stability. Class concludes with an extended guided mediation providing deep, restorative relaxation, leaving you feeling relaxed, grounded, and refreshed. Please note that participants must be able to lay on their backs and transition from floor … Continued
Experience the harmonious fusion of restorative yoga and massage. You will be guided into a variety of supported yoga postures, and while you relax into the poses and 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. No … Continued