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Understanding Lymphedema [Dempsey Connects]
Lymphedema is a common side effect of many cancers and their treatments, causing swelling and subsequent pain and discomfort for many patients. Fortunately, with support and self-care tools, lymphedema can … Continued
Living Beyond Breast Cancer: Hot + Bothered [Dempsey Connects]
The Living Beyond Breast Cancer Survivorship series provides tips and tools to help you cope with your diagnosis and common side effects, build confidence, and empower you to take charge … Continued
Writing from the Heart II [Dempsey Connects]
Research has shown that expressive writing can help improve quality of life for people living with cancer, and doing so in a supportive community with others further enhances coping and … Continued
What to Eat During Cancer Treatment [Dempsey Connects]
Cancer treatment can make nutrition a challenge! Dealing with side effects like nausea, reflux, and diarrhea can make even eating a simple meal difficult. In this class, we’ll review tips … Continued
Honoring Choice: 5 Wishes Advanced Care Planning [Dempsey Connects]
Advanced care planning conversations are important though often difficult and confusing. By taking the time to make your decisions known, your directives can help alleviate fear and worry for you … Continued
Chair Yoga [Dempsey Connects]
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 … Continued
Better Sleep, Better Health [Dempsey Connects]
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 … Continued
Men’s Cancer Support Group [Dempsey Connects]
A supportive, confidential space for men impacted by cancer to support one another. This group offers honest conversation and practical coping strategies to help you navigate a diagnosis, treatment, or … Continued
Honoring Choice: Maine’s Death with Dignity Act [Dempsey Connects]
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 … Continued
Honoring Choice: 5 Wishes Advanced Care Planning [Dempsey Connects]
Advanced care planning conversations are important though often difficult and confusing. By taking the time to make your decisions known, your directives can help alleviate fear and worry for you … Continued
Stretch + Strengthen [Dempsey Connects]
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 … Continued
Transitioning Into Survivorship [Dempsey Connects]
Physical, emotional, and financial difficulties can often continue on after cancer treatment has ended. And for some, those difficulties can be lifelong challenges. Join others who are navigating life post-cancer … Continued
Virtual Cancer Support Group [Dempsey Connects]
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 … Continued
Nutrition + Exercise for Breast Cancer [Dempsey Connects]
A healthy diet and regular exercise can enhance wellbeing when you have breast cancer and can help reduce risk of a breast cancer diagnosis. This program will review the latest … Continued
Fitness for Life [Dempsey Connects]
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. … Continued
Spice Around the World [Dempsey Connects]
The use of spices when cooking can be intimidating and when taste sensation has been impacted by treatment, spices can be either helpful or more challenging to incorporate into dishes. … Continued
