Events

Heal: Yoga + Cancer [Rock Row]

Event Series Heal: Yoga + Cancer
Dempsey Center - Rock Row 11 Rock Row, Westbrook, ME, United States

This 8-week series includes yoga postures, flowing movements and focus on breath to help students achieve relaxation and mobility in everyday life. Conscious effort to link breath with movement helps relieve tension, helps students gain flexibility and improve mobility and strength in the body. No yoga experience necessary. Led by Jamie Navarro, Yoga in Action … Continued

Advanced Cancer Support Group – Afternoon [Dempsey Connects]

Dempsey Connects

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 Michelle Hayes, LCSW, OSW-C and Jen Keefe, MSW Intern. Open to Dempsey Center clients living … Continued

Mediterranean Diet [Lewiston]

Dempsey Center - Lewiston 29 Lowell Street, Lewiston, ME, United States

The Mediterranean Diet is an evidence-based style of eating associated with reduced risk for heart disease. Join us for this educational cooking session featuring tasty, heart-healthy recipes to help you modify your diet without sacrificing flavor! Led by Judy Donnelly, RDN, CSO, LD, Nutrition Program Manager. Open to the public.

Dempsey Dog Meet + Greet: Meadow [Lewiston]

Dempsey Center - Lewiston 29 Lowell Street, Lewiston, ME, United States

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! Interested in spending some time with … Continued

Dempsey Dog Meet + Greet: Louise Cheese [Rock Row]

Dempsey Center - Rock Row 11 Rock Row, Westbrook, ME, United States

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! Interested … Continued

Chair Yoga [Rock Row]

Event Series Chair Yoga [Rock Row]
Dempsey Center - Rock Row 11 Rock Row, Westbrook, ME, United States

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

Chair Yoga [Dempsey Connects]

Event Series Chair Yoga [Rock Row]
Dempsey Connects

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

In-Person Cancer Support Group Series [Rock Row]

Dempsey Center - Rock Row 11 Rock Row, Westbrook, ME, United States

Meet in person at our Rock Row location with others impacted by cancer in this 12-week support group. Whether you were recently diagnosed, in the midst of treatment, or are now with no evidence of disease, this group is a place to discuss your diagnosis and its lingering impact with those who truly understand. Led … Continued

Advanced Cancer Support Group [Dempsey Connects]

Dempsey Connects

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 … Continued

Yoga for Cancer Care [Rock Row]

Event Series Yoga for Cancer Care [Rock Row]
Dempsey Center - Rock Row 11 Rock Row, Westbrook, ME, United States

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 Tish Caldwell, Dempsey Center's Movement + Fitness Manager, Certified … Continued

Advanced Cancer Care Partner Support Group [Dempsey Connects]

Dempsey Connects

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

Women’s Cancer Support Group Series [Dempsey Connects]

Dempsey Connects

Women facing cancer...you are not alone. This 12-week support group offers a compassionate space to share your thoughts, feelings, and worries with other women during any part of your cancer journey. Led by Paige Moore, LCSW, CAGC, OSW-C. Open to adult female Dempsey Center clients with a cancer diagnosis, at any point in the cancer journey. … Continued