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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://live-dempsey-center.pantheonsite.io/event/advanced-cancer-care-partner-support-group-afternoon-dempsey-connects/2026-04-08/
LOCATION:Dempsey Connects
CATEGORIES:Counseling,Support Groups
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20260408T173000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20260408T190000
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LAST-MODIFIED:20260226T215029Z
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SUMMARY:Living Beyond Breast Cancer: Stay Alert [Dempsey Connects]
DESCRIPTION: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 of your health.\nThis series provides tools to navigate the long-term effects of treatment and addresses the unique survivorship issues for young women who have been diagnosed with breast cancer under age 45.\nStay Alert: Managing the Long-Term Side Effects of Breast Cancer Treatment\nThe side effects of breast cancer treatment may last many years after your treatment is over. Some common concerns include heart problems\, pain\, fatigue\, numbness and weight gain. During this session you will learn what to watch for\, what to report to your provider and when to call them.\nLed by Sonya Perkins of Northern Light Mercy Cancer Care. \nOpen to the public and targeted toward women with a breast cancer diagnosis. Public sign up at https://www.dempseycenter.org/services/classes-workshops/public/.
URL:https://live-dempsey-center.pantheonsite.io/event/living-beyond-breast-cancer-stay-alert-dempsey-connects/
LOCATION:Dempsey Connects
CATEGORIES:Education
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20260409T090000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20260409T100000
DTSTAMP:20260720T143819Z
CREATED:20260318T174827Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20260720T143819Z
UID:10003547-1775725200-1775728800@live-dempsey-center.pantheonsite.io
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.\nLed by Karen Hayden.\nOpen to all Dempsey Center clients.
URL:https://live-dempsey-center.pantheonsite.io/event/morning-guided-meditation-dempsey-connects-2/2026-04-09/
LOCATION:Dempsey Connects
CATEGORIES:Complementary Therapies,Mindfulness + Meditation
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20260409T100000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20260409T104500
DTSTAMP:20260216T193832Z
CREATED:20260216T193832Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20260216T193832Z
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SUMMARY:Fitness for Life [Lewiston]
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. Please wear comfortable clothes and supportive shoes or sneakers and have a sturdy chair available on a non-skid surface and small handheld weights.\n\nLed by Tish Caldwell\, Dempsey Center’s Movement + Fitness Manager\, Certified Oncology Yoga Instructor\, and Livestrong Cancer Exercise Trainer.\n\nOpen to Dempsey Center clients in active treatment or post-treatment and their primary care partner.
URL:https://live-dempsey-center.pantheonsite.io/event/fitness-for-life-lewiston-5/2026-04-09/
LOCATION:Dempsey Center – Lewiston (12 High Street)\, 12 High Street\, Lewiston\, ME\, 04240\, United States
CATEGORIES:Movement + Fitness
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20260409T100000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20260409T110000
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UID:10003144-1775728800-1775732400@live-dempsey-center.pantheonsite.io
SUMMARY:Tai Chi + Qigong for Energy + Health [Rock Row]
DESCRIPTION:No class February 26 or March 5.\n \nTai 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.\n\nLed by Cal Clark\, LMT\, Polarity Therapist\, Certified Qi Gong Instructor.\n\nOpen to Dempsey Center clients in active treatment or post-treatment and their primary care partner.
URL:https://live-dempsey-center.pantheonsite.io/event/tai-chi-qigong-for-energy-health-rock-row-3/2026-04-09/
LOCATION:Dempsey Center – Rock Row\, 11 Rock Row\, Westbrook\, ME\, 04092\, United States
CATEGORIES:Movement + Fitness
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20260409T100000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20260409T110000
DTSTAMP:20260305T211744Z
CREATED:20260305T211215Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20260305T211744Z
UID:10003368-1775728800-1775732400@live-dempsey-center.pantheonsite.io
SUMMARY:Understanding Lymphedema [Dempsey Connects]
DESCRIPTION: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 be managed and\, in some cases\, treated. Join us to discuss the basics of lymphedema: signs and symptoms\, prevention\, compression\, exercise\, and self-care strategies.\nLed by ReVital Cancer Rehabilitation.\nOpen to the public.\nPublic sign up at https://www.dempseycenter.org/services/classes-workshops/public/.
URL:https://live-dempsey-center.pantheonsite.io/event/understanding-lymphedema-dempsey-connects/
LOCATION:Dempsey Connects
CATEGORIES:Complementary Therapies,Education
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20260409T100000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20260409T113000
DTSTAMP:20250507T144546Z
CREATED:20250507T142526Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20250507T144546Z
UID:10000557-1775728800-1775734200@live-dempsey-center.pantheonsite.io
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://live-dempsey-center.pantheonsite.io/event/advanced-cancer-support-group-morning-dempsey-connects/2026-04-09/
LOCATION:Dempsey Connects
CATEGORIES:Counseling,Support Groups
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20260409T100000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20260409T113000
DTSTAMP:20251218T160646Z
CREATED:20251218T160646Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20251218T160646Z
UID:10003132-1775728800-1775734200@live-dempsey-center.pantheonsite.io
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://live-dempsey-center.pantheonsite.io/event/virtual-cancer-support-group-dempsey-connects-2/2026-04-09/
LOCATION:Dempsey Connects
CATEGORIES:Support Groups
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20260409T110000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20260409T114500
DTSTAMP:20260313T145024Z
CREATED:20260216T194130Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20260313T145024Z
UID:10003513-1775732400-1775735100@live-dempsey-center.pantheonsite.io
SUMMARY:Chair Yoga [Lewiston]
DESCRIPTION:Join us for a gentle\, accessible form of yoga\, open to all levels of experience. Chair Yoga utilizes both seated and standing poses usi