• Dempsey Dog Meet + Greet: Rudy [Rock Row]

    Dempsey Dog Meet + Greet: Rudy [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, … Continued

    Meditation + Support Group [Dempsey Connects]

    Meditation + Support Group [Dempsey Connects]
    Dempsey Connects

    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.   Led by Kerry Irish, LCSW, OSW-C, FAOSW. Open to … Continued

    Advanced Cancer Care Partner Support Group – Afternoon [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 … Continued

    Morning Guided Meditation [Dempsey Connects]

    Morning Guided Meditation [Dempsey Connects]
    Dempsey Connects

    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 … Continued

    Advanced Cancer Support Group – Morning [Dempsey Connects]

    Dempsey Connects

    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

    Dempsey Dog Meet + Greet: Forest [Rock Row]

    Dempsey Dog Meet + Greet: Forest [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, … Continued

    Chair Yoga [Lewiston]

    Chair Yoga [Lewiston]
    Dempsey Center - Lewiston (12 High Street) 12 High Street, Lewiston, ME, United States

    No class October 22 and November 26.   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 … Continued

    Young Adult Cancer Support Group Series [Dempsey Connects]

    Dempsey Connects

    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

    Fitness for Life [Rock Row]

    Fitness for Life [Rock Row]
    Dempsey Center - Rock Row 11 Rock Row, Westbrook, ME, United States

    No class September 21 and October 12.   Exercise can help fight fatigue, boost your energy level, support your immune system, relieve stress and tension, make your muscles and heart … Continued

    Fitness for Life [Dempsey Connects]

    Fitness for Life [Dempsey Connects]
    Dempsey Connects

    No class September 21 or October 12.   Exercise can help fight fatigue, boost your energy level, support your immune system, relieve stress and tension, make your muscles and heart … Continued

    Yoga for Cancer Care [Dempsey Connects]

    Yoga for Cancer Care [Dempsey Connects]
    Dempsey Connects

    No class September 21 and October 12.   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 … Continued

    Understanding Lymphedema [Rock Row]

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

    Lymphedema is a common side effect of many cancers and their treatments, causing swelling and discomfort for many patients. Fortunately, with support and self-care tools, lymphedema can be managed and … Continued