Thinking of your food as medicine can motivate you to eat well. This four-part nutrition workshop will teach you ways to reduce your risk of cancer and other chronic diseases….
Learn MoreThinking of your food as medicine can motivate you to eat well. This four-part nutrition workshop will teach you ways to reduce your risk of cancer and other chronic diseases….
Learn MoreLearn how activating acupressure points in your body can help you manage pain, nausea, and fatigue that you may experience from your cancer treatment. If you have an interest in…
Learn MoreThis workshop includes gentle yoga, meditation, mindful drawing, journal writing, sharing in pairs, and gentle somatic yoga/dance. Benefits of this class include increased relaxation, reduced stress, connection with the body’s…
Learn MoreThis eight-week group is a safe space in which to express yourself, share your experience, and connect with other women, giving you a sense of belonging and empowerment. This group…
Learn MoreThis group is for anyone who is providing emotional and/or physical support to someone with cancer. The caregiver support group provides a safe, comfortable place to find the support, information,…
Learn MoreYour heart depends on good nutrition to stay strong and healthy. With Valentine’s Day just around the corner, join us for an evening of heart-healthy cooking and tasting! Open to…
Learn MoreYour heart depends on good nutrition to stay strong and healthy. With Valentine’s Day just around the corner, join us for an evening of heart-healthy cooking and tasting! Open to…
Learn MoreHave you always wanted to try yoga but were concerned it might be too much for you? Chair yoga gives you all the benefits of a floor yoga class while…
Learn MoreThis six-week series of interactive cooking instruction classes is led by a chef and a trained nutrition educator. You will learn how to prepare simple, healthy, affordable, and delicious meals…
Learn MoreDuring Crystal Bowl Meditation, singing bowls of different sizes are used to create tones of varying frequencies that act as pathways of energy to different parts of the body. Participants…
Learn MoreFace2Face is a peer-led social networking group for young women with breast cancer. This group is offered in partnership with Young Survival Coalition. Third Saturday of the month, from 10:00…
Learn MoreFatigue is a common and distressing side effect of cancer and its treatment. Fatigue Factor provides information and support to help you better understand and cope with cancer-related fatigue, through a…
Learn MoreFatigue is a common and distressing side effect of cancer and its treatment. Fatigue Factor provides information and support to help you better understand and cope with cancer-related fatigue, through…
Learn MoreFit to Dance is a unique combination of Dance Aerobics and Strength Training. Join us for this powerful way to burn calories, achieve good posture, and stay injury-free. The fun…
Learn MoreDo you want to be more flexible, have better balance, build cardio and muscular endurance? This class can help! Under the guidance of a fitness instructor, the class will feature…
Learn MoreIn this class, anyone with scars from cancer treatment will learn about the nature and quality of scar tissue. The class instructor will teach participants how to self apply gentle…
Learn MoreThis group is open to adults with any type of cancer, at any point in their cancer experience, along with their adult family members and friends. Through discussion and guided…
Learn MoreCoping with the death of a loved one can be one of the most difficult experiences in life. Learn about grief and how to adjust to the loss of a…
Learn MoreCoping with the death of a loved one can be one of the most difficult experiences in life. Learn about grief and how to adjust to the loss of a…
Learn MoreThis group is for people diagnosed with leukemia, lymphoma, or multiple myeloma. Dinner is provided. Third Tuesday of the month, from 5:30 – 7:00 PM
Learn MoreIf you are affected by chemo-induced neuropathy, this class can help. Through a combination of lecture, interactive group discussion, and demonstration, you will learn: – The signs, symptoms, and risks…
Learn MoreIf you are affected by chemo-induced neuropathy, this class can help. Through a combination of lecture, interactive group discussion, and demonstration, you will learn: – The signs, symptoms, and risks…
Learn MoreThis group is for people affected by metastatic and/or advanced cancer. Through discussion and guided exercises, participants have the opportunity to explore ways to cope with the challenges of living…
Learn MoreAdvanced Cancer Support Group and Companion Group: Living With Hope Through discussion and guided exercises, group participants have the chance to explore ways to cope with the challenges of living…
Learn MoreGrowing evidence suggests that acupuncture is beneficial for the treatment of cancer pain and for chemotherapy-induced nausea and vomiting. It also appears to relieve symptoms such as radiotherapy-induced dry mouth,…
Learn MoreLed by certified hypnotherapist, Maggie Clement, meditative hypnosis sessions are open to anyone whose life has been disrupted by cancer. The sessions help to relax both body and mind in…
Learn MoreThis group is open to anyone who is dealing with cancer and its aftermath – patients, survivors, caregivers, family members, and friends are welcome. Mondays, from 2:00 – 3:00 PM…
Learn MoreThis group is for people who have been diagnosed with multiple myeloma. First Tuesday of the month 5:30 – 6:30 PM
Learn MoreA Pilates workout aims to increase flexibility, range of motion and balance, while promoting strength and muscle tone. In this Pilates class you will enjoy a series of exercises that…
Learn MoreExperience the benefits of Pilates and Yoga merged into one to help you develop your core strength, tone muscles, increase flexibility, and reduce stress. Ist and 3rd Tuesdays of the…
Learn MoreAre you feeling like cancer has made life way too serious! Have you found less time for playing with your children, avoiding messes, and being a kid yourself? Here’s a…
Learn MoreAnyone living with prostate cancer in Maine is invited to this special event! Mona Ervin, Director of the Maine Coalition to Fight Prostate Cancer will provide an overview of the many…
Learn MoreEducation and support for people living with prostate cancer. Partners are welcome and encouraged to attend. The last Wednesday of the month from 6:00 – 7:30 PM Click here for…
Learn MoreEducation and support for people living with prostate cancer and their partners. Second Tuesday of the month from 5:30 – 6:30 PM Click here for the Lewiston date and time.
Learn MoreQi Gong ( pronounced chee-gung) is a form of exercise that combines gentle body movements, muscle relaxation, meditation, and breathing to improve physical, mental, and emotional health. Studies show that…
Learn MoreJoin the Quit & Win program. Win cash and prizes for being tobacco-free in 2020! Participants are required to attend a five week tobacco cessation class. This class series begins…
Learn MoreReiki helps the body balance energy to support health and well-being. In this class you will learn some basics about Reiki, get the chance to receive Reiki in a group…
Learn MoreRestorative yoga is a gentle and restful approach to yoga that uses props to support the body. This is an opportunity to draw senses and attention inward to replenish your…
Learn MoreLed by certified yoga instructor Holly Hofmann, restorative yoga is a gentle and restful approach to yoga that uses props to support the body. This is an opportunity to draw…
Learn MoreExplore gentle stretches and your breath to warm up your body, leading to standing poses with gentle movement helping to build body awareness, ending with time in relaxation pose. Variations…
Learn MoreExperience the soothing and energizing power of sound. As you relax on a yoga mat, workshop leader Jim Doble will use gongs, singing bowls, and tuning forks to bathe the…
Learn MoreExperience the soothing and energizing power of sound. As you relax on a yoga mat, workshop leader Jim Doble will use gongs, singing bowls, and tuning forks to bathe the…
Learn MoreThis children’s support group takes the best of yoga class and a support group and wraps them together for a fun, active, and expressive experience for children ages 6-12 years…
Learn MoreThis Tai Chi program explores the many principles of Qigong practice, including body/mind awareness, energy cultivation, and balance. Both beginners and advanced students are welcome. Instructor Jason Ames is the…
Learn MoreTai Chi is a mind-body practice that combines gentle exercise, breathing practices,and meditation to bring about self-healing. It can be practiced by anyone of any age and level of ability….
Learn MoreKick off winter break in style with some good old fashioned outdoor fun! Teens ages 12+ will have the chance to get together with others who have been impacted by…
Learn MoreKick off winter break in style with some good old fashioned outdoor fun! Teens ages 12+ will have the chance to get together with others who have been impacted by…
Learn MoreThis group is the heartbeat of everything teen-related at the Dempsey Center. Teens whose lives have been impacted by their own or a loved one’s cancer get together weekly to…
Learn MoreIn this three-week workshop, you will get tips and tools to help you stretch your food dollar and eat healthier. You will prepare a recipe in class and receive USDA…
Learn MorePeer-facilitated, the tobacco support group is open to anyone interested in quitting tobacco. This group is offered in collaboration with Healthy Androscoggin. Thursdays, 6:00 – 7:00 pm Location: St. Mary’s…
Learn MoreThis group is open to anyone who is dealing with cancer and its aftermath – patients, survivors, caregivers, family members, and friends are welcome. Wednesdays, from 5:30 – 6:30 PM…
Learn MoreWhen cancer treatment ends you may feel lost, asking “What now?” Led by a licensed social worker, this class gives you information about common concerns and practical tips for adjusting…
Learn MoreWhen cancer treatment ends you may feel lost, asking “What now?” Led by a licensed social worker, this class gives you information about common concerns and practical tips for adjusting…
Learn MoreJoin Oncology Dietitian, Karen Schilling and Cancer Rebel and Cook, Ryann Chamberlain for this informative and fun workshop. At each session, Karen shares basic information about maintaining good nutrition while…
Learn MoreTap into your inner creativity in this writing group facilitated by former college writing professor Judith Hanneman. Writing can be a good way to process your cancer experience and find…
Learn MoreThis is a gentle yoga class for all fitness levels. The focus is on range of motion movement and gentle stretching. No experience with yoga required, this is a drop in class….
Learn MoreLEWISTON YWCA (EAST AVENUE) The YWCA Encore swim program, helps relieve discomfort and restore mobility, flexibility and confidence through gentle warm water exercise. This is a free ongoing session based…
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