• Strength After Breast Cancer [Rock Row]

    Strength After Breast Cancer [Rock Row]

    Strength After Breast Cancer (SABC) is an 8-week exercise program open to clients with any cancer diagnosis in active or post-treatment. Presented by Seacoast Hand Therapy, this series is designed to teach individuals about the benefits of slow, progressive exercise and how it can reduce the onset and/or severity of lymphedema. SABC is also designed … Continued

    Advanced Cancer Care Partner Support Group – Evening [Dempsey Connects]

    Dempsey Connects

    No group May 25, June 29, September 7 + 21, October 12. If you are a care partner to someone with an advanced or metastatic cancer diagnosis, we welcome you … Continued

    Morning Guided Meditation [Dempsey Connects]

    Morning Guided Meditation [Dempsey Connects]
    Dempsey Connects

    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.   Led by Kerry Irish, LCSW, OSW-C, FAOSW. Open to all … Continued

    Yoga for Cancer Care [Lewiston]

    Yoga for Cancer Care [Lewiston]
    Dempsey Center - Lewiston (12 High Street) 12 High Street, Lewiston, ME, United States

    No class October 27.   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. Led by Tish Caldwell, Dempsey Center's … Continued

    Advanced Cancer Support Group [Dempsey Connects]

    Advanced Cancer Support Group [Dempsey Connects]
    Dempsey Center - Rock Row 11 Rock Row, Westbrook, ME, United States

    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 … Continued

    Men’s Cancer Support Group [Dempsey Connects]

    Men’s Cancer Support Group [Dempsey Connects]
    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 survivorship. Whether you want to share or just listen, you’ll find understanding, connection, and encouragement here. Led by Eric Lutz, LCSW. Open to adult male-identifying … Continued

    Tai Chi + Qigong for Energy + Health [Dempsey Connects]

    Dempsey Connects

    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 … Continued

    Writing from the Heat III [Dempsey Connects]

    Writing from the Heat III [Dempsey Connects]
    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

    Advanced Cancer Support Group – Afternoon [Dempsey Connects]

    Dempsey Connects

    No group June 30.   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. Led by Michelle Hayes, LCSW, OSW-C. Open to adult Dempsey Center clients … Continued

    Dempsey Dog Meet + Greet: Lilo [Lewiston]

    Dempsey Dog Meet + Greet: Lilo [Lewiston]
    Dempsey Center - Lewiston (12 High Street) 12 High Street, Lewiston, ME, United States

    Therapy dogs can help to provide emotional support, alleviate stress, improve moods, and help boost confidence. We are proud to encourage the animal-human bond through our teams of Dempsey Dogs, trained and registered by Pet Partners. Drop in and say “hi” to our Dempsey Dog Teams. No sign up needed! Lilo is expected the first … Continued

    Transitioning into Survivorship [Dempsey Connects]

    Transitioning into Survivorship [Dempsey Connects]
    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 treatment for this 6-week series to discuss strategies for managing anxiety and planning for life after cancer. Led by Michelle Hayes, LCSW, OSW-C. Open to … Continued

    Dempsey Dog Meet + Greet: Louise Cheese [Rock Row]

    Dempsey Dog Meet + Greet: Louise Cheese [Rock Row]
    Dempsey Center - Rock Row 11 Rock Row, Westbrook, ME, United States

    Therapy dogs can help to provide emotional support, alleviate stress, improve moods, and help boost confidence. We are proud to encourage the animal-human bond through our teams of Dempsey Dogs, … Continued