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UID:10001314-1756303200-1756310400@www.dempseycenter.org
SUMMARY:Dempsey Dog Meet + Greet: Rudy [Rock Row]
DESCRIPTION: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.\nDrop in and say “hi” to our Dempsey Dog Teams. No sign up needed!
URL:https://www.dempseycenter.org/event/dempsey-dog-meet-greet-rudy-rock-row/2025-08-27/
LOCATION:Dempsey Center – Rock Row\, 11 Rock Row\, Westbrook\, ME\, 04092\, United States
CATEGORIES:Comfort + Wellbeing,Dempsey Dogs
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20250827T143000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20250827T153000
DTSTAMP:20260403T194354
CREATED:20250606T135132Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20250606T135132Z
UID:10001798-1756305000-1756308600@www.dempseycenter.org
SUMMARY:Meditation + Support Group
DESCRIPTION:Find comfort and calm with guided meditation and then connect with others in a support group setting during this eight week series. Here\, we will offer a compassionate space to share your thoughts\, feelings\, and concerns with others during any part of your cancer journey.\n\nLed by Kerry Irish\, LCSW\, OSW-C\, FAOSW.\nOpen to Adult Dempsey Center clients with a cancer diagnosis at any stage of their journey.\nParticipants must be residents of Maine.
URL:https://www.dempseycenter.org/event/meditation-support-group/2025-08-27/
LOCATION:Dempsey Connects
CATEGORIES:Counseling,Support Groups,Mindfulness + Meditation
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20250827T143000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20250827T160000
DTSTAMP:20260403T194354
CREATED:20250507T165514Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20250507T165514Z
UID:10001330-1756305000-1756310400@www.dempseycenter.org
SUMMARY:Advanced Cancer Care Partner Support Group - Afternoon [Dempsey Connects]
DESCRIPTION: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 isolation\, worry\, and fear as you provide emotional and/or physical support throughout the journey.\n\nLed by Michelle Hayes\, LCSW\, OSW-C and Jennifer Keefe\, MSW Intern.\n\nOpen to Dempsey Center clients who are care partners to a loved one diagnosed with advanced cancer.\nParticipants must be residents of Maine\, New Hampshire\, or Massachusetts.\n\nOnline sign up is not available for this group. A telephone consult is required before attending. Please call us at (877)336-7287 or email registration@dempseycenter.org to request your consult.
URL:https://www.dempseycenter.org/event/advanced-cancer-care-partner-support-group-afternoon-dempsey-connects/2025-08-27/
LOCATION:Dempsey Connects
CATEGORIES:Counseling,Support Groups
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BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20250828T090000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20250828T100000
DTSTAMP:20260403T194354
CREATED:20250507T142142Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20250507T184556Z
UID:10000460-1756371600-1756375200@www.dempseycenter.org
SUMMARY:Morning Guided Meditation [Dempsey Connects]
DESCRIPTION: \nStart 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.\nLed by Karen Hayden.\nOpen to all Dempsey Center clients.
URL:https://www.dempseycenter.org/event/morning-guided-meditation-dempsey-connects/2025-08-28/
LOCATION:Dempsey Connects
CATEGORIES:Comfort + Wellbeing,Mindfulness + Meditation
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BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20250828T100000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20250828T113000
DTSTAMP:20260403T194354
CREATED:20250507T142526Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20250507T144546Z
UID:10000528-1756375200-1756380600@www.dempseycenter.org
SUMMARY:Advanced Cancer Support Group - Morning [Dempsey Connects]
DESCRIPTION: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.\nLed by Kailie Sullivan\, LCSW\, OSW-C and Judi Stevens\, Volunteer Support Group Facilitator.\n\nOpen to adult Dempsey Center clients living with advanced cancer.\nParticipants must be residents of Maine\, New Hampshire\, or Massachuesetts.\n\nOnline sign up is not available for this group. A telephone consult is required before attending. Please call us at (877)336-7287 or email registration@dempseycenter.org to request your consult.
URL:https://www.dempseycenter.org/event/advanced-cancer-support-group-morning-dempsey-connects/2025-08-28/
LOCATION:Dempsey Connects
CATEGORIES:Counseling,Support Groups
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BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20250828T103000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20250828T120000
DTSTAMP:20260403T194354
CREATED:20250507T135932Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20251009T204458Z
UID:10000209-1756377000-1756382400@www.dempseycenter.org
SUMMARY:Dempsey Dog Meet + Greet: Forest [Rock Row]
DESCRIPTION: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.\nDrop in and say “hi” to our Dempsey Dog Teams. No sign up needed!
URL:https://www.dempseycenter.org/event/dempsey-dog-meet-greet-forest-rock-row/2025-08-28/
LOCATION:Dempsey Center – Rock Row\, 11 Rock Row\, Westbrook\, ME\, 04092\, United States
CATEGORIES:Comfort + Wellbeing,Dempsey Dogs
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BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20250828T170000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20250828T180000
DTSTAMP:20260403T194354
CREATED:20250507T153221Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20251009T204525Z
UID:10000982-1756400400-1756404000@www.dempseycenter.org
SUMMARY:Dempsey Dog Meet + Greet: Bruce [Rock Row]
DESCRIPTION: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.\nDrop in and say “hi” to our Dempsey Dog Teams. No sign up needed!
URL:https://www.dempseycenter.org/event/dempsey-dog-meet-greet-bruce-rock-row/2025-08-28/
LOCATION:Dempsey Center – Rock Row\, 11 Rock Row\, Westbrook\, ME\, 04092\, United States
CATEGORIES:Comfort + Wellbeing,Dempsey Dogs
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BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20250828T173000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20250828T184500
DTSTAMP:20260403T194354
CREATED:20250507T170227Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20250507T170501Z
UID:10001417-1756402200-1756406700@www.dempseycenter.org
SUMMARY:Young Adult Cancer Support Group [Dempsey Connects]
DESCRIPTION: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 cope day to day.\n\nLed by Kristen Breault\, LCSW and Libby Gordon\, Volunteer Support Group Facilitator.\n\nOpen to adult Dempsey Center clients ages 18-40ish with a cancer diagnosis\, at any point in their cancer journey.\nParticipants must be residents of Maine.
URL:https://www.dempseycenter.org/event/young-adult-cancer-support-group-dempsey-connects-2/2025-08-28/
LOCATION:Dempsey Connects
CATEGORIES:Counseling,Support Groups
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BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20250901T100000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20250901T113000
DTSTAMP:20260403T194354
CREATED:20250521T180900Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20250521T180955Z
UID:10001676-1756720800-1756726200@www.dempseycenter.org
SUMMARY:Dempsey Dog Meet + Greet: Rocco [Rock Row]
DESCRIPTION: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.\nDrop into our Rock Row center and say “hi” to our Dempsey Dog Teams. No sign-up needed!\n\nRocco is expected most 1st + 3rd Mondays\, 10:00-11:30AM.
URL:https://www.dempseycenter.org/event/dempsey-dog-meet-greet-rocco-rock-row/2025-09-01/
LOCATION:Dempsey Center – Rock Row\, 11 Rock Row\, Westbrook\, ME\, 04092\, United States
CATEGORIES:Comfort + Wellbeing,Dempsey Dogs
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BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20250902T103000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20250902T113000
DTSTAMP:20260403T194354
CREATED:20250724T145124Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20250724T145124Z
UID:10002004-1756809000-1756812600@www.dempseycenter.org
SUMMARY:Heal: Yoga + Cancer [Rock Row]
DESCRIPTION:This 10-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.\n\nLed by Jamie Navarro\, Yoga in Action Certified Yoga Instructor.\n\nOpen to Dempsey Center clients in active treatment and their primary care partner.\nPlease note that participants must be able to transition from floor to standing.
URL:https://www.dempseycenter.org/event/heal-yoga-cancer-rock-row/2025-09-02/
LOCATION:Dempsey Center – Rock Row\, 11 Rock Row\, Westbrook\, ME\, 04092\, United States
CATEGORIES:Movement + Fitness
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BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20250902T103000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20250902T120000
DTSTAMP:20260403T194354
CREATED:20250724T152713Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20250724T153000Z
UID:10002024-1756809000-1756814400@www.dempseycenter.org
SUMMARY:Advanced Cancer Support Group [Dempsey Connects]
DESCRIPTION: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. \nLed by Kerry Irish\, LCSW\, OSW-C. \nOpen to adult Dempsey Center clients living with advanced cancer.\nParticipants must be residents of Maine. \n\nOnline sign up is not available for this group. A telephone consult is required before attending. Please call us at (877)336-7287 or email registration@dempseycenter.org to request your consult.
URL:https://www.dempseycenter.org/event/advanced-cancer-support-group-dempsey-connects-tues/2025-09-02/
LOCATION:Dempsey Connects
CATEGORIES:Counseling,Support Groups
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BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20250902T150000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20250902T163000
DTSTAMP:20260403T194354
CREATED:20250507T155925Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20250507T155925Z
UID:10001075-1756825200-1756830600@www.dempseycenter.org
SUMMARY:Advanced Cancer Support Group - Afternoon [Dempsey Connects]
DESCRIPTION: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.\n\nLed by Michelle Hayes\, LCSW\, OSW-C and Jen Keefe\, MSW Intern.\n\nOpen to Dempsey Center clients living with advanced cancer.\nParticipants must be residents of Maine\, New Hampshire\, or Massachusetts.\n\nOnline sign up is not available for this group. A telephone consult is required before attending. Please call us at (877)336-7287 or email registration@dempseycenter.org to request your consult.
URL:https://www.dempseycenter.org/event/advanced-cancer-support-group-afternoon-dempsey-connects/2025-09-02/
LOCATION:Dempsey Connects
CATEGORIES:Counseling,Support Groups
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BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20250903T090000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20250903T100000
DTSTAMP:20260403T194354
CREATED:20250604T141934Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20251009T204403Z
UID:10002363-1756890000-1756893600@www.dempseycenter.org
SUMMARY:Dempsey Dog Meet + Greet: Louise Cheese [Rock Row]
DESCRIPTION: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. \nDrop into our Rock Row center and say “hi” to our Dempsey Dog Teams. No sign up needed! \n\n\n\nInterested in spending some time with one of our Dempsey Dogs teams individually? Call 877-336-7287 to schedule your private Paws Together appointment with one of our therapy dog teams.
URL:https://www.dempseycenter.org/event/dempsey-dog-meet-greet-louise-cheese-rock-row-2/2025-09-03/
LOCATION:Dempsey Center – Rock Row\, 11 Rock Row\, Westbrook\, ME\, 04092\, United States
CATEGORIES:Comfort + Wellbeing,Dempsey Dogs
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BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20250903T094500
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20250903T103000
DTSTAMP:20260403T194354
CREATED:20250724T134152Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20250724T134152Z
UID:10001914-1756892700-1756895400@www.dempseycenter.org
SUMMARY:Chair Yoga [Rock Row]
DESCRIPTION: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\, sleep\, and posture.\n\nLed by Tish Caldwell\, Dempsey Center’s Movement + Fitness Manager\, Certified Oncology Yoga Instructor.\n\nOpen to Dempsey Center clients in active treatment or post-treatment and their primary care partner.\nThis workshop will have both a virtual and in-person audience. You are signing up to attend in-person at Rock Row.
URL:https://www.dempseycenter.org/event/chair-yoga-rock-row-2/2025-09-03/
LOCATION:Dempsey Center – Rock Row\, 11 Rock Row\, Westbrook\, ME\, 04092\, United States
CATEGORIES:Movement + Fitness
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BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20250903T094500
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20250903T103000
DTSTAMP:20260403T194354
CREATED:20250724T134348Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20250724T135257Z
UID:10001925-1756892700-1756895400@www.dempseycenter.org
SUMMARY:Chair Yoga [Dempsey Connects]
DESCRIPTION: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\, sleep\, and posture.\nLed by Tish Caldwell\, Dempsey Center’s Movement + Fitness Manager\, Certified Oncology Yoga Instructor.\nOpen to Dempsey Center clients in active treatment or post-treatment and their primary care partner.\nThis workshop will have both a virtual and in-person audience. You are signing up to attend virtually.
URL:https://www.dempseycenter.org/event/chair-yoga-dempsey-connects-2/2025-09-03/
LOCATION:Dempsey Connects
CATEGORIES:Movement + Fitness
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END:VEVENT
BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20250903T103000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20250903T120000
DTSTAMP:20260403T194354
CREATED:20250507T163659Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20250507T163659Z
UID:10001188-1756895400-1756900800@www.dempseycenter.org
SUMMARY:Advanced Cancer Support Group [Dempsey Connects]
DESCRIPTION: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. \nLed by Kerry Irish\, LCSW\, OSW-C. \nOpen to adult Dempsey Center clients living with advanced cancer.\nParticipants must be residents of Maine. \n\nOnline sign up is not available for this group. A telephone consult is required before attending. Please call us at (877)336-7287 or email registration@dempseycenter.org to request your consult.
URL:https://www.dempseycenter.org/event/advanced-cancer-support-group-dempsey-connects/2025-09-03/
LOCATION:Dempsey Connects
CATEGORIES:Counseling,Support Groups
ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/png:https://www.dempseycenter.org/wp-content/uploads/2025/05/Advanced-Cancer-Support-Group-Wednesday-Connects.png
END:VEVENT
BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20250903T110000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20250903T120000
DTSTAMP:20260403T194354
CREATED:20250724T133657Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20250724T133938Z
UID:10001842-1756897200-1756900800@www.dempseycenter.org
SUMMARY:Yoga for Cancer Care [Rock Row]
DESCRIPTION: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.\nLed by Tish Caldwell\, Dempsey Center’s Movement + Fitness Manager\, Certified Oncology Yoga Instructor.\nOpen to Dempsey Center clients in active treatment or post-treatment and their primary care partner.\nPlease note that participants must be able to transition from floor to standing.
URL:https://www.dempseycenter.org/event/yoga-for-cancer-care-rock-row-2/2025-09-03/
LOCATION:Dempsey Center – Rock Row\, 11 Rock Row\, Westbrook\, ME\, 04092\, United States
CATEGORIES:Movement + Fitness
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END:VEVENT
BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20250903T113000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20250903T130000
DTSTAMP:20260403T194354
CREATED:20250507T164310Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20250507T164310Z
UID:10001253-1756899000-1756904400@www.dempseycenter.org
SUMMARY:Advanced Cancer Care Partner Support Group [Dempsey Connects]
DESCRIPTION: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 isolation\, worry\, and fear as you provide emotional and/or physical support throughout the journey.\n\nLed by Christine Brome\, LCSW\, OSW-C and Linda Coupe\, LCPC.\n\nOpen to adult Dempsey Center clients who are care partners to a loved one diagnosed with advanced cancer.\nParticipants must be residents of Maine.\n\nOnline sign up is not available for this group. A telephone consult is required before attending. Please call us at (877)336-7287 or email registration@dempseycenter.org to request your consult.
URL:https://www.dempseycenter.org/event/advanced-cancer-care-partner-support-group-dempsey-connects/2025-09-03/
LOCATION:Dempsey Connects
CATEGORIES:Counseling,Support Groups
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END:VEVENT
BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20250903T121500
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20250903T124500
DTSTAMP:20260403T194354
CREATED:20250521T175431Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20250521T175431Z
UID:10001671-1756901700-1756903500@www.dempseycenter.org
SUMMARY:Celebrate the Harvest [Rock Row]
DESCRIPTION:Want to spruce up your vegetable repertoire this summer? Our Dempsey Garden Volunteers harvest fresh produce for the Center each week from mid-July until the last of the squash ripens in September. If you are looking for new recipes or want to sample a vegetable you haven’t had before\, drop in to Celebrate the Harvest! Join us to try something new courtesy of our guest cook!\n\nSign up for one week or every week!\n\nLed by Judy Donnelly\, RDN\, CSO\, LD\, Nutrition Program Manager.\n\nOpen to the public. Public sign up at https://www.dempseycenter.org/services/classes-workshops/public/.
URL:https://www.dempseycenter.org/event/celebrate-the-harvest-rock-row/2025-09-03/
LOCATION:Dempsey Center – Rock Row\, 11 Rock Row\, Westbrook\, ME\, 04092\, United States
CATEGORIES:Nutrition
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BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20250903T140000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20250903T160000
DTSTAMP:20260403T194354
CREATED:20250507T165257Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20251009T204431Z
UID:10002406-1756908000-1756915200@www.dempseycenter.org
SUMMARY:Dempsey Dog Meet + Greet: Rudy [Rock Row]
DESCRIPTION: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.\nDrop in and say “hi” to our Dempsey Dog Teams. No sign up needed!
URL:https://www.dempseycenter.org/event/dempsey-dog-meet-greet-rudy-rock-row/2025-09-03/
LOCATION:Dempsey Center – Rock Row\, 11 Rock Row\, Westbrook\, ME\, 04092\, United States
CATEGORIES:Comfort + Wellbeing,Dempsey Dogs
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20250903T143000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20250903T153000
DTSTAMP:20260403T194354
CREATED:20250606T135132Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20250606T135132Z
UID:10001799-1756909800-1756913400@www.dempseycenter.org
SUMMARY:Meditation + Support Group
DESCRIPTION:Find comfort and calm with guided meditation and then connect with others in a support group setting during this eight week series. Here\, we will offer a compassionate space to share your thoughts\, feelings\, and concerns with others during any part of your cancer journey.\n\nLed by Kerry Irish\, LCSW\, OSW-C\, FAOSW.\nOpen to Adult Dempsey Center clients with a cancer diagnosis at any stage of their journey.\nParticipants must be residents of Maine.
URL:https://www.dempseycenter.org/event/meditation-support-group/2025-09-03/
LOCATION:Dempsey Connects
CATEGORIES:Counseling,Support Groups,Mindfulness + Meditation
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20250903T143000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20250903T160000
DTSTAMP:20260403T194354
CREATED:20250507T165514Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20250507T165514Z
UID:10001331-1756909800-1756915200@www.dempseycenter.org
SUMMARY:Advanced Cancer Care Partner Support Group - Afternoon [Dempsey Connects]
DESCRIPTION: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 isolation\, worry\, and fear as you provide emotional and/or physical support throughout the journey.\n\nLed by Michelle Hayes\, LCSW\, OSW-C and Jennifer Keefe\, MSW Intern.\n\nOpen to Dempsey Center clients who are care partners to a loved one diagnosed with advanced cancer.\nParticipants must be residents of Maine\, New Hampshire\, or Massachusetts.\n\nOnline sign up is not available for this group. A telephone consult is required before attending. Please call us at (877)336-7287 or email registration@dempseycenter.org to request your consult.
URL:https://www.dempseycenter.org/event/advanced-cancer-care-partner-support-group-afternoon-dempsey-connects/2025-09-03/
LOCATION:Dempsey Connects
CATEGORIES:Counseling,Support Groups
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20250903T143000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20250903T163000
DTSTAMP:20260403T194354
CREATED:20250724T133905Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20250724T133905Z
UID:10001858-1756909800-1756917000@www.dempseycenter.org
SUMMARY:Cooking for Health + Healing [Rock Row]
DESCRIPTION: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 nutrients to your diet. Each week\, clients will participate in preparing recipes with assistance from our nutritionist.\n\nFeatured weekly topics include: \n\nThe Anti-Inflammatory Diet\nEating for a Healthy Heart\nCarbohydrates and Fiber\nAdding Color to Your Plate\n\nLed by Judy Donnelly\, RDN\, CSO\, LD\, Nutrition Program Manager. \n\nOpen to all Dempsey Center Clients.\nParticipants are strongly urged to attend all sessions.\nRegistration closes August 26. \nPlease note that this class does require participation\, which may include standing and moving about our demonstration kitchen. Sign up requires a telephone consult before attending.\nParticipants must bring their own containers to transport prepared food home.
URL:https://www.dempseycenter.org/event/cooking-for-health-healing-rock-row-2/2025-09-03/
LOCATION:Dempsey Center – Rock Row\, 11 Rock Row\, Westbrook\, ME\, 04092\, United States
CATEGORIES:Nutrition
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BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20250904T100000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20250904T113000
DTSTAMP:20260403T194354
CREATED:20250507T142526Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20250507T144546Z
UID:10000529-1756980000-1756985400@www.dempseycenter.org
SUMMARY:Advanced Cancer Support Group - Morning [Dempsey Connects]
DESCRIPTION: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.\nLed by Kailie Sullivan\, LCSW\, OSW-C and Judi Stevens\, Volunteer Support Group Facilitator.\n\nOpen to adult Dempsey Center clients living with advanced cancer.\nParticipants must be residents of Maine\, New Hampshire\, or Massachuesetts.\n\nOnline sign up is not available for this group. A telephone consult is required before attending. Please call us at (877)336-7287 or email registration@dempseycenter.org to request your consult.
URL:https://www.dempseycenter.org/event/advanced-cancer-support-group-morning-dempsey-connects/2025-09-04/
LOCATION:Dempsey Connects
CATEGORIES:Counseling,Support Groups
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BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20250904T103000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20250904T120000
DTSTAMP:20260403T194354
CREATED:20250507T135932Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20251009T204458Z
UID:10002450-1756981800-1756987200@www.dempseycenter.org
SUMMARY:Dempsey Dog Meet + Greet: Forest [Rock Row]
DESCRIPTION: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.\nDrop in and say “hi” to our Dempsey Dog Teams. No sign up needed!
URL:https://www.dempseycenter.org/event/dempsey-dog-meet-greet-forest-rock-row/2025-09-04/
LOCATION:Dempsey Center – Rock Row\, 11 Rock Row\, Westbrook\, ME\, 04092\, United States
CATEGORIES:Comfort + Wellbeing,Dempsey Dogs
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BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20250904T110000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20250904T114500
DTSTAMP:20260403T194354
CREATED:20250821T204641Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20250821T204845Z
UID:10002181-1756983600-1756986300@www.dempseycenter.org
SUMMARY:Fitness For Life [Lewiston]
DESCRIPTION: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 with a warm-up\, aerobic activity\, core and strength training exercises\, and finishing with a cooldown/stretch. Please wear comfortable clothes and supportive shoes or sneakers and have a sturdy chair available on a non-skid surface and small handheld weights.\nLed by Tish Caldwell\, Dempsey Center’s Movement + Fitness Manager\, Certified Oncology Yoga Instructor\, and Livestrong Cancer Exercise Trainer.\nOpen to Dempsey Center clients in active treatment or post-treatment and their primary care partner.\n\nThis series will have both an in-person and virtual audience. You are signing up to attend in person in Lewiston.\n \nThis is a one-day workshop.  Watch for our upcoming series.
URL:https://www.dempseycenter.org/event/fitness-for-life-lewiston-3/
LOCATION:Dempsey Center – Lewiston (17 High Street)\, 17 High Street\, Lewiston\, ME\, 04240\, United States
CATEGORIES:Movement + Fitness
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BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20250904T110000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20250904T114500
DTSTAMP:20260403T194354
CREATED:20250821T211348Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20250821T211348Z
UID:10002244-1756983600-1756986300@www.dempseycenter.org
SUMMARY:Fitness for Life [Dempsey Connects]
DESCRIPTION: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 with a warm-up\, aerobic activity including walking movements in place\, core and strength training exercises\, finishing with a cooldown/stretch. Please wear comfortable clothes and supportive shoes or sneakers and have a sturdy chair available on a non-skid surface and small handheld weights.\n\nLed by Tish Caldwell\, Dempsey Center’s Movement + Fitness Manager\, Certified Oncology Yoga Instructor\, and Livestrong Cancer Exercise Trainer.\n\nOpen to all Dempsey Center clients.\n\nThis series will have both an in-person and virtual audience. You are signing up to attend virtually.\n \nThis is a one day workshop. Watch for our upcoming series.
URL:https://www.dempseycenter.org/event/fitness-for-life-dempsey-connects/2025-09-04/
LOCATION:Dempsey Connects
CATEGORIES:Movement + Fitness
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20250904T120000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20250904T124500
DTSTAMP:20260403T194354
CREATED:20250821T204557Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20250821T204557Z
UID:10002180-1756987200-1756989900@www.dempseycenter.org
SUMMARY:Chair Yoga [Lewiston]
DESCRIPTION: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\, sleep\, and posture.\n\nLed by Tish Caldwell\, Dempsey Center’s Movement + Fitness Manager\, Certified Oncology Yoga Instructor.\n\nOpen to Dempsey Center clients in active treatment or post-treatment and their primary care partner.
URL:https://www.dempseycenter.org/event/chair-yoga-lewiston-3/
LOCATION:Dempsey Center – Lewiston (17 High Street)\, 17 High Street\, Lewiston\, ME\, 04240\, United States
CATEGORIES:Movement + Fitness
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BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20250904T150000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20250904T163000
DTSTAMP:20260403T194354
CREATED:20250821T191512Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20250821T192359Z
UID:10002173-1756998000-1757003400@www.dempseycenter.org
SUMMARY:Connect + Experience: Junk Journaling [Lewiston]
DESCRIPTION:Enjoy a cup of tea or coffee\, connect with others impacted by cancer\, and learn about how journaling can reduce stress levels. Everyone that attends will be gifted a Junk Journal! Learn about the artist who created these Junk Journals and discuss some basic ways to utilize it.\n\nIdeas include:\n• Dedicate it to honoring a loved one\n  • Self-care by writing\, short notes\, and memories\n• Documenting a trip\n• Tracking garden planting\, harvest\, or tips and tricks\n\nOpen to all adult DC clients and the public.
URL:https://www.dempseycenter.org/event/connect-experience-junk-journaling/
LOCATION:Dempsey Center – Lewiston (17 High Street)\, 17 High Street\, Lewiston\, ME\, 04240\, United States
CATEGORIES:Expressive Arts,Connect + Experience
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BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20250904T170000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20250904T180000
DTSTAMP:20260403T194354
CREATED:20250507T153221Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20251009T204525Z
UID:10002493-1757005200-1757008800@www.dempseycenter.org
SUMMARY:Dempsey Dog Meet + Greet: Bruce [Rock Row]
DESCRIPTION: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.\nDrop in and say “hi” to our Dempsey Dog Teams. No sign up needed!
URL:https://www.dempseycenter.org/event/dempsey-dog-meet-greet-bruce-rock-row/2025-09-04/
LOCATION:Dempsey Center – Rock Row\, 11 Rock Row\, Westbrook\, ME\, 04092\, United States
CATEGORIES:Comfort + Wellbeing,Dempsey Dogs
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