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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.\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 all Dempsey Center clients.\nThis series will have both an in-person and virtual audience. You are signing up to attend virtually
URL:https://www.dempseycenter.org/event/fitness-for-life-dempsey-connects-3-2/2026-03-23/
LOCATION:Dempsey Connects
CATEGORIES:Movement + Fitness
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20260323T103000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20260323T113000
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SUMMARY:Yoga for Cancer Care [Dempsey Connects]
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.\nLed by Tish Caldwell\, Dempsey Center’s Movement + Fitness Manager\, Certified Oncology Yoga Instructor.\nOpen to all Dempsey Center clients.\n\nPlease note that participants must be able to transition from floor to standing.
URL:https://www.dempseycenter.org/event/yoga-for-cancer-care-dempsey-connects-2-2/2026-03-23/
LOCATION:Dempsey Connects
CATEGORIES:Movement + Fitness
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20260323T170000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20260323T183000
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CREATED:20250507T155254Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20250507T181549Z
UID:10001534-1774285200-1774290600@www.dempseycenter.org
SUMMARY:Advanced Cancer Care Partner Support Group - Evening [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.\nLed by Jen Dimond\, LCSW\, OSW-C and co-facilitated with Volunteer Support Group Facilitator\, Judi Stevens. \nOpen to adult Dempsey Center clients who are care partners to a loved one diagnosed with advanced cancer. \nParticipants must be residents of Maine. \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-evening-dempsey-connects/2026-03-23/
LOCATION:Dempsey Connects
CATEGORIES:Counseling,Support Groups
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20260324T080000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20260324T083000
DTSTAMP:20260403T180312
CREATED:20260318T173713Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20260318T173713Z
UID:10003521-1774339200-1774341000@www.dempseycenter.org
SUMMARY:Morning Guided Meditation [Dempsey Connects]
DESCRIPTION: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 of your daily routine and is designed for both beginners and those looking to establish a more consistent practice.\n\nLed by Kerry Irish\, LCSW\, OSW-C\, FAOSW.\n\nOpen to all Dempsey Center clients.
URL:https://www.dempseycenter.org/event/morning-guided-meditation-dempsey-connects-3/2026-03-24/
LOCATION:Dempsey Connects
CATEGORIES:Complementary Therapies,Mindfulness + Meditation
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20260324T103000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20260324T120000
DTSTAMP:20260403T180312
CREATED:20250724T152713Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20250724T153000Z
UID:10002051-1774348200-1774353600@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/2026-03-24/
LOCATION:Dempsey Connects
CATEGORIES:Counseling,Support Groups
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20260324T110000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20260324T123000
DTSTAMP:20260403T180312
CREATED:20260205T201501Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20260205T201501Z
UID:10003248-1774350000-1774355400@www.dempseycenter.org
SUMMARY:Better Sleep\, Better Health [Dempsey Connects]
DESCRIPTION:Getting good sleep has been shown to improve overall health and sets the tone for your day. Learn how to adjust your sleep cycle making for a more restful night and a more productive day. Discover what is disrupting your sleep and master strategies to get a better night’s rest in this virtual workshop.\n\nLed by Kailie Sullivan\, LCSW\, OSW-C.\n\nOpen to all Dempsey Center clients.
URL:https://www.dempseycenter.org/event/better-sleep-better-health-dempsey-connects-3/
LOCATION:Dempsey Center – Rock Row\, 11 Rock Row\, Westbrook\, ME\, 04092\, United States
CATEGORIES:Education
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20260324T140000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20260324T144500
DTSTAMP:20260403T180312
CREATED:20251126T175707Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20251126T175750Z
UID:10002991-1774360800-1774363500@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-dempsey-connects-2/2026-03-24/
LOCATION:Dempsey Connects
CATEGORIES:Movement + Fitness
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20260324T150000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20260324T163000
DTSTAMP:20260403T180312
CREATED:20250507T155925Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20250507T155925Z
UID:10001102-1774364400-1774369800@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/2026-03-24/
LOCATION:Dempsey Connects
CATEGORIES:Counseling,Support Groups
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20260325T094500
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20260325T103000
DTSTAMP:20260403T180312
CREATED:20260216T201025Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20260216T201025Z
UID:10003323-1774431900-1774434600@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 all Dempsey Center clients.
URL:https://www.dempseycenter.org/event/chair-yoga-dempsey-connects-3/2026-03-25/
LOCATION:Dempsey Connects
CATEGORIES:Movement + Fitness
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20260325T103000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20260325T120000
DTSTAMP:20260403T180312
CREATED:20250507T163659Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20250507T163659Z
UID:10001216-1774434600-1774440000@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/2026-03-25/
LOCATION:Dempsey Connects
CATEGORIES:Counseling,Support Groups
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20260325T113000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20260325T130000
DTSTAMP:20260403T180312
CREATED:20250507T164310Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20250507T164310Z
UID:10001281-1774438200-1774443600@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/2026-03-25/
LOCATION:Dempsey Connects
CATEGORIES:Counseling,Support Groups
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20260325T123000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20260325T133000
DTSTAMP:20260403T180312
CREATED:20260108T180357Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20260108T180357Z
UID:10003184-1774441800-1774445400@www.dempseycenter.org
SUMMARY:Stretch + Strengthen [Dempsey Connects]
DESCRIPTION:Join us 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.\nNo experience required.\n\nLed by Tish Caldwell\, Dempsey Center’s Movement + Fitness Manager\, Certified Oncology Yoga Instructor and Certified Pilates Instructor.\n\nOpen to all adult Dempsey Center clients.\nPlease note that participants must be able to lay on their backs and transition from floor to standing.\n \nThis class has a virtual and in person at Rock Row option. You are signing up to attend virtually. 
URL:https://www.dempseycenter.org/event/stretch-strengthen-dempsey-connects-2/2026-03-25/
LOCATION:Dempsey Connects
CATEGORIES:Movement + Fitness
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20260325T143000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20260325T160000
DTSTAMP:20260403T180312
CREATED:20250507T165514Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20250507T165514Z
UID:10001359-1774449000-1774454400@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/2026-03-25/
LOCATION:Dempsey Connects
CATEGORIES:Counseling,Support Groups
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BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20260326T090000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20260326T100000
DTSTAMP:20260403T180312
CREATED:20260318T174827Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20260318T174827Z
UID:10003545-1774515600-1774519200@www.dempseycenter.org
SUMMARY:Morning Guided Meditation [Dempsey Connects]
DESCRIPTION: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 of your daily routine and is designed for both beginners and those looking to establish a more consistent practice.\n\nLed by Karen Hayden.\n\nOpen to all Dempsey Center clients.
URL:https://www.dempseycenter.org/event/morning-guided-meditation-dempsey-connects-2/2026-03-26/
LOCATION:Dempsey Connects
CATEGORIES:Complementary Therapies,Mindfulness + Meditation
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20260326T100000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20260326T113000
DTSTAMP:20260403T180312
CREATED:20250507T142526Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20250507T144546Z
UID:10000555-1774519200-1774524600@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/2026-03-26/
LOCATION:Dempsey Connects
CATEGORIES:Counseling,Support Groups
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20260326T100000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20260326T113000
DTSTAMP:20260403T180312
CREATED:20251218T160646Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20251218T160646Z
UID:10003130-1774519200-1774524600@www.dempseycenter.org
SUMMARY:Virtual Cancer Support Group [Dempsey Connects]
DESCRIPTION:Meet virtually with others impacted by a cancer diagnosis in this weekly support group. Whether you were recently diagnosed\, in the midst of treatment\, or are in remission\, this group is a place to discuss your diagnosis and its lingering impact with those who truly understand.\n\nLed by Paige Moore\, LCSW\, CAGC\, OSW-C.\n\nOpen to Dempsey Center clients with a cancer diagnosis at any stage.\nParticipants must be Maine residents.
URL:https://www.dempseycenter.org/event/virtual-cancer-support-group-dempsey-connects-2/2026-03-26/
LOCATION:Dempsey Connects
CATEGORIES:Support Groups
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