• The Next Chapter: Movement + Fitness [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 … Continued

    Oral Health at Every Stage [Dempsey Connects]

    Dempsey Connects

    Oral health plays an important role in your overall well-being before, during, and after cancer treatment. Join us for this informative one-hour workshop to learn how to protect your oral … Continued

    Nutrition + Exercise for Bone Health [Lewiston]

    Dempsey Center - Lewiston (17 High Street) 17 High Street, Lewiston, ME, United States

    Loss of bone density is common as people age and can be a result of nutrition deficiency, physical inactivity, or genetic factors. Certain types of cancer and their treatments may also contribute to weakened bones, also known as osteoporosis. This workshop will review diet and exercise guidelines to support your musculoskeletal system as you go … Continued

  • Fall Wellness Retreat: Before + After [Rock Row]

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

    Many people impacted by cancer can define a clear ‘before’ and ‘after’; the pivotal moment when cancer entered your life. While we may not ever be able to go back … Continued

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

    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: About End-of-Life Doulas [Dempsey Connects]

    Dempsey Connects

    Learn about support offered by End-of-life doulas. Their non-medical holistic support encompasses emotional, spiritual, and practical care. End-of-Life Doulas can provide companionship, comfort, and guidance to those facing a terminal … Continued

    Harvest Your Calm: A Fall Retreat [Lewiston]

    Dempsey Center - Lewiston (17 High Street) 17 High Street, Lewiston, ME, United States

    Join us for “Harvest your Calm”, a wellness retreat designed for people affected by cancer. Through Qi Gong, acupressure, tea, and art, we explore tools to access calm. When we … Continued

    Before Breast Cancer Surgery: A Retreat [Rock Row]

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

    Preparing for breast cancer surgery is more than preparing for a medical procedure—it is also an emotional and personal journey. Whether you are experiencing uncertainty, grief, resilience, hope, or all … Continued

    Honoring Choice: Legacy Work [Dempsey Connects]

    Dempsey Connects

    What does it mean to be remembered—and how do we live that out now? This educational session introduces the concept of legacy work for people living with cancer and care … Continued

  • Thriving with Metastatic Breast Cancer: Part 1 [Dempsey Connects]

    Dempsey Connects

    Living well with metastatic breast cancer varies from person to person, but it is possible to live fully despite the challenges. From the day of your diagnosis forward, you may … Continued

    Honoring Choice: Understanding Palliative Care + Hospice [Dempsey Connects]

    Dempsey Connects

    Palliative care and hospice are two important forms of care that individuals and families may encounter while navigating serious illness. Although both are common, they are often misunderstood. Join us … Continued

    Thriving with Metastatic Breast Cancer: Part 2 [Dempsey Connects]

    Dempsey Connects

    Living well with metastatic breast cancer varies from person to person, but it is possible to live fully despite the challenges. From the day of your diagnosis forward, you may … Continued