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SUMMARY:Honoring Choice: Understanding Hospice [Dempsey Connects]
DESCRIPTION:Most people know that Hospice is a program of care and support for people who are terminally ill and their families\, but do you know that hospice can mean so much more than that? Join us to learn what hospice does and does not mean\, how to access this benefit\, and what to expect for yourself or your loved one considering or entering hospice care.\n\nLed by Kate Sicotte\, RN\, Hospice Manager\, MaineHealth CHANS Hospice.\n\nOpen to the public.
URL:https://www.dempseycenter.org/event/honoring-choice-understanding-hospice-dempsey-connects/
LOCATION:Dempsey Connects
CATEGORIES:Education
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SUMMARY:Understanding Neuropathy [Dempsey Connects]
DESCRIPTION:Come learn about Chemo-Induced Peripheral Neuropathy\, a common side effect of cancer treatment. In this educational workshop\, we will share strategies for managing the hallmarks of neuropathy—tingling\, numbness\, and burning—and will offer insights to improve your or your loved one’s quality of life.\n\nLed by Marissa Paquette from ReVital Cancer Rehabilitation.\n\nOpen to the public.
URL:https://www.dempseycenter.org/event/understanding-neuropathy-dempsey-connects/
LOCATION:Dempsey Connects
CATEGORIES:Education
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SUMMARY:Managing Cancer Treatment Side Effects with Cannabis/CBD [Dempsey Connects]
DESCRIPTION:From treating pain and nausea to helping to ease the symptoms of neuropathy\, more and more studies demonstrate positive benefits from the safe use of cannabis including CBD and other cannabinoids. In this informational session we will discuss alternative and adjunctive ways to manage the side effects of cancer and cancer treatments.\n\nLed by Shari Berman and Dr. Sulak.\n\nOpen to the public.
URL:https://www.dempseycenter.org/event/managing-cancer-treatment-side-effects-with-cannabis-cbd-dempsey-connects/
LOCATION:Dempsey Connects
CATEGORIES:Education
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20250620T110000
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SUMMARY:Honoring Choice: Maine's Death with Dignity Act [Dempsey Connects]
DESCRIPTION:The Maine Death with Dignity Act allows qualified individuals to request and receive life-ending medication from their attending physician under specific circumstances. This informational workshop will provide fact-based information regarding medical aid in dying\, and Maine’s law followed by a chance to ask questions.\n\nLed by Rev. Valerie Lovelace\, MS\, Executive Director\, Maine Death with Dignity.\n\nOpen to the public.
URL:https://www.dempseycenter.org/event/honoring-choice-maines-death-with-dignity-act-dempsey-connects/
LOCATION:Dempsey Connects
CATEGORIES:Education
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20250625T110000
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SUMMARY:Cancer-Related Grief: Myths + Misconceptions [Dempsey Connects]
DESCRIPTION:Navigating a cancer diagnosis involves dealing with grief\, in one form or another. Whether it be anticipatory\, grief related to changes in executive or cognitive functioning\, or the death of a loved one; grief is a shared experience. \nJoin us for a 90-minute educational overview of some of the different ‘types’ of grief\, as you learn how to identify them\, discuss some common misunderstandings around grief and grieving\, and connect with others who get it. \nLed by Allison Burt\, LCSW\, OSW-C. Open to Dempsey Center Clients and the public.
URL:https://www.dempseycenter.org/event/cancer-related-grief-myths-misconceptions-dempsey-connects/
LOCATION:Dempsey Connects
CATEGORIES:Education,Grief + Bereavement
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