education

Honoring Choice: Maine’s Death with Dignity Act [Dempsey Connects]

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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. Led by Rev. Valerie Lovelace, MS, Executive Director, Maine Death with Dignity. … Continued

Clarity: Improving Memory + Focus [Rock Row]

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

Are you struggling with "chemo brain" or brain fog? If you're dealing with a cancer diagnosis or undergoing treatment, you might be experiencing word-finding difficulties, trouble with focus, or problems with memory—all are common side effects many people with cancer face. This 6-week program is designed to help you manage changes in memory and cognitive … Continued

Cancer-Related Grief: Myths + Misconceptions [Dempsey Connects]

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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. Join us for a 90-minute educational overview of some of the different 'types' of grief, as you … Continued

Cancer-Related Grief: Myths + Misconceptions [Dempsey Connects]

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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 loved one; grief is a shared experience. Join us for a 90-minute educational overview of some of the different 'types' of grief, as you learn … Continued

The Next Chapter: Support After Cancer Treatment Ends [Dempsey Connects]

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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'? Join us for this 4-week series to learn techniques for coping with the new physical and emotional reality … Continued

The Next Chapter: Support After Cancer Treatment Ends [Dempsey Connects]

Dempsey Connects

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'? Join us for this 4-week series to learn techniques for coping with the new physical and emotional reality … Continued

Connect + Experience: Essential Oils for Aromatherapy [Rock Row]

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

Have you been looking for a chance to connect with fellow individuals impacted by cancer and share your journey? Let's gather for a cup of coffee or tea as we explore how various essential oils can support mood management, boost immunity, and offer comfort and relief. Certain scents can even help with nausea, and we’ll … Continued

Honoring Choice: Being Mortal Viewing + Discussion [Dempsey Connects]

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Conversations surrounding death and dying can be difficult. Medical providers often struggle with these conversations, as well. Dr. Atul Gawande shares his own path, as a physician, in this 60-minute documentary, and urges us all to look closely at our cultural understanding of the dying process and how we can support one another better. In this … Continued

The Next Chapter: Support After Cancer Treatment Ends [Dempsey Connects]

Dempsey Connects

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'? Join us for this 4-week series to learn techniques for coping with the new physical and emotional reality … Continued

The Next Chapter: Support After Cancer Treatment Ends [Dempsey Connects]

Dempsey Connects

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'? Join us for this 4-week series to learn techniques for coping with the new physical and emotional reality … Continued