Heal: Yoga + Cancer [Rock Row]
2026-09-22 10:30 - 11:30 (America/New_York) | Dempsey Center – Rock Row, 11 Rock Row, Westbrook, ME, 04092, United States
This 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.

Led by Jamie Navarro, Yoga in Action Certified Yoga Instructor.

Open to Dempsey Center clients with a cancer diagnosis at any stage and their primary care partner.
Please note that participants must be able to transition from floor to standing.he

Drumming Together: Connecting Through Sound [Rock Row]
2026-09-22 15:30 - 16:30
Discover the joy of rhythm and connection at our Rock Row drum circle—where beats unite hearts and spirits. Experience the healing power of rhythm in a safe, supportive space. Our drumming circle offers percussion expression, shared energy, and emotional release—no musical experience needed. Join us to connect, uplift, and restore through the beat of community.

Open to adult Dempsey Center clients.

Led by Reiki Drumming and Sound Healing Practitioner, Doris Hall.

Dempsey Dog Meet + Greet: Louise Cheese [Rock Row]
2026-09-23 09:00 - 10:30
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.
Drop into our Rock Row center and say “hi” to our Dempsey Dog Teams. No sign up needed!
Louise Cheese is expected most Wednesdays, 9:00-10:30AM

Chair Yoga [Rock Row]
2026-09-23 09:45 - 10:30
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.

Led by Tish Caldwell, Dempsey Center’s Movement + Fitness Manager, Certified Oncology Yoga Instructor.

Open to Dempsey Center clients in active or post-treatment and their primary care partner.

This series will have both an in-person and virtual audience. You are signing up to attend in-person at Rock Row.

Yoga for Cancer Care [Rock Row]
2026-09-23 11:00 - 12:00
No class November 11 or 25.

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 Caldwell, Dempsey Center’s Movement + Fitness Manager, Certified Oncology Yoga Instructor.

Open to Dempsey Center clients in active treatment or post-treatment and their primary care partner.
Please note that participants must be able to transition from floor to standing.

Stretch + Strengthen [Rock Row]
2026-09-23 12:30 - 13:30
No class November 11.

Join us in-person for a progressive series that combines Pilates and Yoga principles to enhance core strength and stability to promote better balance. We will also focus on improving flexibility, muscular strength, endurance, posture, and alignment.
No experience required.

Led by Tish Caldwell, Dempsey Center’s Movement + Fitness Manager, Certified Oncology Yoga Instructor and Certified Pilates Instructor.

Open to Dempsey Center clients in active treatment or post-treatment and their primary care partner.

Please note that participants must be able to lay on their backs and transition from floor to standing.

Dempsey Dog Meet + Greet: Rudy [Rock Row]
2026-09-23 14:00 - 16:00
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.

Drop in and say “hi” to our Dempsey Dog Teams. No sign up needed!

Rudy is expected most Wednesdays, 2:00-4:00PM.

Tai Chi + Qigong for Energy + Health [Rock Row]
2026-09-24 10:00 - 11:00
No class November 26.

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.

Led by Cal Clark, LMT, Polarity Therapist, Certified Qi Gong Instructor.

Open to Dempsey Center clients in active treatment or post-treatment and their primary care partner.

Dempsey Dog Meet + Greet: Forest [Rock Row]
2026-09-24 10:30 - 12:00
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.

Qigong for Wellness [Rock Row]
2026-09-25 10:00 - 11:00
No class October 30.
Qigong 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.
Open to Dempsey Center clients with a cancer diagnosis at any stage and their primary care partner.
Led by Ronnie Wilson RN/NP Certified Tai Chi + Qigong instructor

Connecting Through the Language of Flowers [Rock Row]
2026-09-25 10:00 - 11:30
Craft a Bouquet that Tells a Story! Flowers have long been used to express what words sometimes cannot—joy, gratitude, love, remembrance, hope, and care. In this creative and reflective workshop, participants will explore the rich symbolism of flowers and the ways they help us honor our experiences, relationships, and emotions.
Together, we will discuss the “Language of Flowers” and how blooms have served as meaningful messengers across cultures and generations. Participants will use a flower meanings guide and have the opportunity to create a small bouquet that reflects a personal story, intention, or message for themselves or someone special.
Flowers and crafting materials will be provided, with many blooms lovingly harvested from the Dempsey Gardens. This workshop offers a gentle opportunity for creativity, reflection, and connection.
Optional: Participants are welcome to bring small items that hold personal meaning, such as mini vases, photographs, poetry, charms, or other keepsakes to incorporate into their floral creation.
No floral design experience is needed—just a willingness to explore, create, and connect.

Open to adult Dempsey Center clients.

Led by Tricia Gilbert and volunteer, Glenys Sayward.
