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UID:10001713-1753178400-1753182000@www.dempseycenter.org
SUMMARY:Writing from the Care Partner's Heart [Dempsey Connects]
DESCRIPTION:A 6-week expressive arts series for care partners of loved ones with a cancer diagnosis. Through therapeutic writing and drawing prompts\, participants will explore their care partner experience in a supportive space. Sharing is encouraged but never required.\nNo prior writing or drawing experience needed. Please bring writing utensils and paper. \nLed by Kristen Breault\, LCSW and Erin King\, LCSW\, APHSW-C\, OSW-C. \nOpen to adult Dempsey Center clients caring for a loved one with cancer.
URL:https://www.dempseycenter.org/event/writing-from-the-care-partners-heart-dempsey-connects/2025-07-22/
LOCATION:Dempsey Connects
CATEGORIES:Expressive Arts
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BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20250722T103000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20250722T120000
DTSTAMP:20260403T232605
CREATED:20250724T152713Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20250724T153000Z
UID:10002018-1753180200-1753185600@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/2025-07-22/
LOCATION:Dempsey Connects
CATEGORIES:Counseling,Support Groups
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BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20250722T120000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20250722T130000
DTSTAMP:20260403T232605
CREATED:20250521T182421Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20250521T183530Z
UID:10001710-1753185600-1753189200@www.dempseycenter.org
SUMMARY:The Next Chapter: Support After Cancer Treatment Ends [Dempsey Connects]
DESCRIPTION:Do you have questions about navigating life post cancer treatment? Are you looking for ways to care for your physical and emotional well-being after treatment has ended? Do you want to connect with others who ‘get it’?\n\nJoin us for this 4-week series to learn techniques for coping with the new physical and emotional reality of your post-treatment cancer journey. While connecting with other survivors\, learn the importance of eating well coupled with strategies to optimize your diet; identify how movement and fitness can care for your body and mind; and explore how complementary therapies can improve your well-being.\nAttendance at all four sessions is highly recommended.\n\n\nWeek 1 – CONNECT: Meet with others in a similar place in their cancer journey.\nWeek 2 – FEEL WELL: Discover new ways to move your body and learn about how complementary therapies can care for your body and mind.\nWeek 3 – EAT WELL: Learn how to optimize your diet and eat well through survivorship.\nWeek 4 – FEEL: Discuss the emotional realities post-treatment.\n\n\nLed by Allison Burt\, LCSW\, OSW-C; Judy Donnelly\, RDN; Tish Caldwell\, Certified Oncology Fitness Instructor; Liz Como\, LMT; Michelle Hayes\, LCSW\, OSW-C.\nOpen to Dempsey Center clients who are no longer receiving ‘active’ treatment (ex. Chemotherapy\, radiation\, immunotherapy\, etc.)\nWe acknowledge that the ‘end’ of cancer treatment can look very different from person to person. If you are not sure if this program is right for you\, please contact Allison Burt\, LCSW at aburt@dempseycenter.org to learn more.
URL:https://www.dempseycenter.org/event/the-next-chapter-support-after-cancer-treatment-ends-dempsey-connects/2025-07-22/
LOCATION:Dempsey Connects
CATEGORIES:Education,Counseling
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20250722T140000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20250722T144500
DTSTAMP:20260403T232605
CREATED:20250507T173407Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20250507T173723Z
UID:10001439-1753192800-1753195500@www.dempseycenter.org
SUMMARY:Tai Chi + Qigong for Energy + Health [Dempsey Connects]
DESCRIPTION: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 management and decreased stress and anxiety.\nLed by Jason Ames\, founder and owner of Maine Center for Taijiquan & Qigong.\nOpen to all Dempsey Center clients.
URL:https://www.dempseycenter.org/event/tai-chi-qigong-for-energy-health/2025-07-22/
LOCATION:Dempsey Connects
CATEGORIES:Movement + Fitness
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BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20250722T150000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20250722T160000
DTSTAMP:20260403T232605
CREATED:20250507T132338Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20250507T151918Z
UID:10000062-1753196400-1753200000@www.dempseycenter.org
SUMMARY:Writing from the Heart [Dempsey Connects]
DESCRIPTION: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. No writing experience is required to join this 8-week series. \nLed by Kerry Irish\, LCSW. Open to adult Dempsey Center clients with a cancer diagnosis.
URL:https://www.dempseycenter.org/event/writing-from-the-heart-dempsey-connects/2025-07-22/
LOCATION:Dempsey Connects
CATEGORIES:Expressive Arts
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20250722T150000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20250722T163000
DTSTAMP:20260403T232605
CREATED:20250507T155925Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20250507T155925Z
UID:10001069-1753196400-1753201800@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/2025-07-22/
LOCATION:Dempsey Connects
CATEGORIES:Counseling,Support Groups
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20250722T160000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20250722T170000
DTSTAMP:20260403T232605
CREATED:20250507T134654Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20251031T181603Z
UID:10001813-1753200000-1753203600@www.dempseycenter.org
SUMMARY:Dempsey Dog Meet + Greet: Meadow [Lewiston]
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!\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-meadow-lewiston/2025-07-22/
LOCATION:Dempsey Center – Lewiston (17 High Street)\, 17 High Street\, Lewiston\, ME\, 04240\, United States
CATEGORIES:Comfort + Wellbeing,Dempsey Dogs
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BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20250722T160000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20250722T170000
DTSTAMP:20260403T232605
CREATED:20251031T182147Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20251031T182416Z
UID:10002748-1753200000-1753203600@www.dempseycenter.org
SUMMARY:Dempsey Dog Meet + Greet: Meadow [Lewiston]
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!\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-meadow-lewiston-copy/2025-07-22/
LOCATION:Dempsey Center – Lewiston (17 High Street)\, 17 High Street\, Lewiston\, ME\, 04240\, United States
CATEGORIES:Comfort + Wellbeing,Dempsey Dogs
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BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20250722T163000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20250722T183000
DTSTAMP:20260403T232605
CREATED:20250625T155027Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20250625T155312Z
UID:10001834-1753201800-1753209000@www.dempseycenter.org
SUMMARY:Teen Tie-Dye Family Night [Lewiston]
DESCRIPTION:The beauty of tie-dye is that it doesn’t care about codes or norms and lets anyone express their true colors. It’s a completely free form of expression that allows you to create a unique piece of wearable art and find the beauty in the ripple effect of small imperfections. The therapeutic benefits of tie-dye include focusing on planning\, acceptance and releasing control. Experiencing it all by joining us and other teens and their parents/caregivers impacted by cancer for a fun evening of tie-dyeing!\n\nPlain white t-shirts will be provided for those who pre-register. Teens planning to attend Space to Breathe may choose to tie-dye their camp shirt in preparation for camp or families can tie-dye shirts for the Dempsey Challenge. Participants can also bring their own clean and light-colored items you may wish to tie-dye including hair scrunchies\, scarves or clothing\, etc.\, or something to create a gift for others.\n\nLed by Chrissy Bowen\, LCSW.\n\nOpen to Dempsey Center clients ages 12-18 and their families.\n\nOnline sign up is not available for this program.  To sign up\, please e-mail registration@dempseycenter.org or call (207)376-9648.
URL:https://www.dempseycenter.org/event/teen-tie-dye-family-night-lewiston/
LOCATION:Dempsey Center – Lewiston (17 High Street)\, 17 High Street\, Lewiston\, ME\, 04240\, United States
CATEGORIES:Youth + Family,Expressive Arts
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20250723T090000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20250723T100000
DTSTAMP:20260403T232605
CREATED:20250604T141934Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20251009T204403Z
UID:10000135-1753261200-1753264800@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-2/2025-07-23/
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:20250723T094500
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20250723T103000
DTSTAMP:20260403T232605
CREATED:20250507T162933Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20250507T162933Z
UID:10001142-1753263900-1753266600@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.
URL:https://www.dempseycenter.org/event/chair-yoga-rock-row/2025-07-23/
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:20250723T094500
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20250723T103000
DTSTAMP:20260403T232605
CREATED:20250507T163037Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20250507T163037Z
UID:10001156-1753263900-1753266600@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.\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-dempsey-connects/2025-07-23/
LOCATION:Dempsey Connects
CATEGORIES:Movement + Fitness
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BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20250723T100000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20250723T111500
DTSTAMP:20260403T232605
CREATED:20250507T163431Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20250604T141850Z
UID:10001171-1753264800-1753269300@www.dempseycenter.org
SUMMARY:In-Person Cancer Support Group Series [Rock Row]
DESCRIPTION: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.\nLed by Christine Brome\, LCSW\, OSW-C and Jennifer Keefe\, MSW Intern.\nOpen to adult Dempsey Center clients with a cancer diagnosis at any stage.\nParticipants must be residents of Maine.
URL:https://www.dempseycenter.org/event/in-person-cancer-support-group-series-rock-row/2025-07-23/
LOCATION:Dempsey Center – Rock Row\, 11 Rock Row\, Westbrook\, ME\, 04092\, United States
CATEGORIES:Counseling,Support Groups
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BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20250723T103000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20250723T120000
DTSTAMP:20260403T232605
CREATED:20250507T163659Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20250507T163659Z
UID:10001182-1753266600-1753272000@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/2025-07-23/
LOCATION:Dempsey Connects
CATEGORIES:Counseling,Support Groups
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END:VEVENT
BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20250723T110000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20250723T120000
DTSTAMP:20260403T232605
CREATED:20250507T163918Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20250507T163918Z
UID:10001232-1753268400-1753272000@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.\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.\n\n\n\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/2025-07-23/
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:20250723T113000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20250723T130000
DTSTAMP:20260403T232605
CREATED:20250507T164310Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20250507T164310Z
UID:10001247-1753270200-1753275600@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/2025-07-23/
LOCATION:Dempsey Connects
CATEGORIES:Counseling,Support Groups
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END:VEVENT
BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20250723T121500
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20250723T124500
DTSTAMP:20260403T232605
CREATED:20250521T175431Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20250521T175431Z
UID:10001665-1753272900-1753274700@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/2025-07-23/
LOCATION:Dempsey Center – Rock Row\, 11 Rock Row\, Westbrook\, ME\, 04092\, United States
CATEGORIES:Nutrition
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END:VEVENT
BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20250723T130000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20250723T143000
DTSTAMP:20260403T232605
CREATED:20250507T164511Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20250507T164912Z
UID:10001297-1753275600-1753281000@www.dempseycenter.org
SUMMARY:Women's Cancer Support Group Series [Dempsey Connects]
DESCRIPTION: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.\n\nLed by Paige Moore\, LCSW\, CAGC\, OSW-C.\n\nOpen to adult female Dempsey Center clients with a cancer diagnosis\, at any point in the cancer journey.\n\nParticipants must be residents of Maine.
URL:https://www.dempseycenter.org/event/womens-cancer-support-group-series-dempsey-connects/2025-07-23/
LOCATION:Dempsey Connects
CATEGORIES:Counseling,Support Groups
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END:VEVENT
BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20250723T140000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20250723T160000
DTSTAMP:20260403T232605
CREATED:20250507T165257Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20251009T204431Z
UID:10001309-1753279200-1753286400@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/2025-07-23/
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:20250723T143000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20250723T160000
DTSTAMP:20260403T232605
CREATED:20250507T165514Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20250507T165514Z
UID:10001325-1753281000-1753286400@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/2025-07-23/
LOCATION:Dempsey Connects
CATEGORIES:Counseling,Support Groups
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BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20250724T080000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20250724T170000
DTSTAMP:20260403T232605
CREATED:20250724T152238Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20250724T152238Z
UID:10002015-1753344000-1753376400@www.dempseycenter.org
SUMMARY:Connect + Experience: Doodling for Calm [Rock Row]
DESCRIPTION:Enjoy a cup of tea or coffee\, connect with others impacted by cancer\, and learn about how doodling can reduce stress levels while encouraging calm\, relaxation\, and positivity…and it’s fun! You don’t need any experience or skill to benefit from doodling. All supplies will be provided.\n\nLed by Michelle Small.\n\nOpen to the public.
URL:https://www.dempseycenter.org/event/connect-experience-doodling-for-calm-rock-row-2/
LOCATION:Dempsey Center – Rock Row\, 11 Rock Row\, Westbrook\, ME\, 04092\, United States
CATEGORIES:Comfort + Wellbeing,Expressive Arts,Connect + Experience
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BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20250724T090000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20250724T100000
DTSTAMP:20260403T232605
CREATED:20250507T142142Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20250507T184556Z
UID:10000456-1753347600-1753351200@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/2025-07-24/
LOCATION:Dempsey Connects
CATEGORIES:Comfort + Wellbeing,Mindfulness + Meditation
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BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20250724T100000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20250724T110000
DTSTAMP:20260403T232605
CREATED:20250507T150953Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20250507T184707Z
UID:10000943-1753351200-1753354800@www.dempseycenter.org
SUMMARY:Tai Chi + QiGong for Energy + Health [Rock Row]
DESCRIPTION: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 management and decreased stress and anxiety.\nLed by Cal Clark\, LMT\, Polarity Therapist\, Certified Qi Gong Instructor.\nOpen to Dempsey Center clients in active treatment or post-treatment and their primary care partner.
URL:https://www.dempseycenter.org/event/tai-chi-qigong-for-energy-health-rock-row/2025-07-24/
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:20250724T100000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20250724T113000
DTSTAMP:20260403T232605
CREATED:20250507T142526Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20250507T144546Z
UID:10000523-1753351200-1753356600@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/2025-07-24/
LOCATION:Dempsey Connects
CATEGORIES:Counseling,Support Groups
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BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20250724T103000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20250724T120000
DTSTAMP:20260403T232605
CREATED:20250507T135932Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20251009T204458Z
UID:10000204-1753353000-1753358400@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/2025-07-24/
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:20250724T110000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20250724T114500
DTSTAMP:20260403T232605
CREATED:20250507T151522Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20250612T192200Z
UID:10001823-1753354800-1753357500@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.\nPlease 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.
URL:https://www.dempseycenter.org/event/fitness-for-life-lewiston/2025-07-24/
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:20250724T110000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20250724T114500
DTSTAMP:20260403T232605
CREATED:20250507T152051Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20250612T192433Z
UID:10001810-1753354800-1753357500@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\, core and strength training exercises\, and finishing with a cooldown/stretch.\n\nPlease 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 Dempsey Center clients in active treatment or post-treatment and their primary care partner.
URL:https://www.dempseycenter.org/event/fitness-for-life-lewiston-copy/2025-07-24/
LOCATION:Dempsey Connects
CATEGORIES:Movement + Fitness
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BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20250724T120000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20250724T124500
DTSTAMP:20260403T232605
CREATED:20250507T153012Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20250612T192251Z
UID:10001827-1753358400-1753361100@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.\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.
URL:https://www.dempseycenter.org/event/chair-yoga-lewiston/2025-07-24/
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:20250724T130000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20250724T143000
DTSTAMP:20260403T232605
CREATED:20250606T134048Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20250606T134048Z
UID:10001732-1753362000-1753367400@www.dempseycenter.org
SUMMARY:Rejuvenate: Yoga + Massage [Rock Row]
DESCRIPTION: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 chance for profound relaxation\, comfort\, and rejuvenation.\n\nNo prior experience with yoga or massage is necessary\, however\, participants must be able to transition from floor to standing.\n\nLed by Maggie Miller\, Kelcy McNamara\, and Kelli DuBose. \nOpen to Dempsey Center clients.
URL:https://www.dempseycenter.org/event/rejuvenate-yoga-massage-rock-row-3/
LOCATION:Dempsey Center – Rock Row\, 11 Rock Row\, Westbrook\, ME\, 04092\, United States
CATEGORIES:Complementary Therapies,Movement + Fitness
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BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20250724T140000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20250724T150000
DTSTAMP:20260403T232605
CREATED:20250507T175231Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20250507T175231Z
UID:10001465-1753365600-1753369200@www.dempseycenter.org
SUMMARY:Grief After Cancer Loss [Rock Row]
DESCRIPTION: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.\n\nLed by Erin King\, LCSW\, APHSW-C\, OSW-C.\n\nOpen to adult Dempsey Center clients who are grieving the loss of a loved one to cancer at least three months ago and within the last two years.\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/grief-after-cancer-loss-rock-row/2025-07-24/
CATEGORIES:Grief + Bereavement,Support Groups
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