Spring Salads [Dempsey Connects]
2026-06-24 12:15 - 13:15 (America/New_York) | Dempsey Center – Rock Row, 11 Rock Row, Westbrook, ME, 04092, United States
Spring showers bring May flowers and June greens. Think “outside of the salad box” and join us for the month of June as our guest chefs and oncology dietitian team up to mix it up. Each week, we’ll demonstrate a salad recipe, enjoy a tasting opportunity, and chat about the wide variety of salad ingredients that can support your good health during treatment and beyond.
Sign up for one week or the whole series!

Open to the public. Sign up here: https://www.dempseycenter.org/services/classes-workshops/public/.

Led by Judy Donnelly, RDN, CSO, LD, Nutrition Program Manager.

This workshop will have both a virtual and in-person audience. You are signing up to attend virtually.

Spring Salads [Rock Row]
2026-06-24 12:15 - 13:15 | Dempsey Center – Rock Row, 11 Rock Row, Westbrook, ME, 04092, United States
Spring showers bring May flowers and June greens. Think “outside of the salad box” and join us for the month of June as our guest chefs and oncology dietitian team up to mix it up. Each week, we’ll demonstrate a salad recipe, enjoy a tasting opportunity, and chat about the wide variety of salad ingredients that can support your good health during treatment and beyond.
Sign up for one week or the whole series!

Open to the public. Sign up here: https://www.dempseycenter.org/services/classes-workshops/public/.

Led by Judy Donnelly, RDN, CSO, LD, Nutrition Program Manager.

This workshop will have both a virtual and in-person audience. You are signing up to attend in-person at Rock Row.

Stretch + Strengthen [Dempsey Connects]
2026-06-24 12:30 - 13:30 | 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 strength, endurance, posture, and alignment.
No experience required.

Led by Tish Caldwell, Dempsey Center’s Movement + Fitness Manager, Certified Oncology Yoga Instructor and Certified Pilates Instructor.

Open to all adult Dempsey Center clients.

Please note that participants must be able to lay on their backs and transition from floor to standing.

This class has a virtual and in person at Rock Row option. You are signing up to attend virtually.

Stretch + Strengthen [Rock Row]
2026-06-24 12:30 - 13:30 | Dempsey Center – Rock Row, 11 Rock Row, Westbrook, ME, 04092, United States
Join us in-person 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 strength, endurance, posture, and alignment.
No experience required.

Led by Tish Caldwell, Dempsey Center’s Movement + Fitness Manager, Certified Oncology Yoga Instructor and Certified Pilates Instructor.

Open to Dempsey Center clients in active treatment or post-treatment and their primary care partner.

Please note that participants must be able to lay on their backs and transition from floor to standing.

This class is offered in person at Rock Row and virtually. You are signing up to attend in Rock Row.

Women's Cancer Support Group Series [Dempsey Connects]
2026-06-24 13:00 - 14:30 | Dempsey Connects
No group May 13 or July 1.

Women facing cancer…you are not alone. This support group offers a compassionate space to share your thoughts, feelings, and worries with other women during any part of your cancer journey.
Led by Paige Moore, LCSW, CAGC, OSW-C.
Open to adult female Dempsey Center clients with a cancer diagnosis, at any point in cancer journey.
Participants must be residents of Maine.

Dempsey Dog Meet + Greet: Rudy [Rock Row]
2026-06-24 14:00 - 16:00 | Dempsey Center – Rock Row, 11 Rock Row, Westbrook, ME, 04092, 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!

Advanced Cancer Care Partner Support Group - Afternoon [Dempsey Connects]
2026-06-24 14:30 - 16:00 | Dempsey Connects
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.

Led by Michelle Hayes, LCSW, OSW-C.

Open to adult Dempsey Center clients who are care partners to a loved one diagnosed with advanced cancer.

Participants must be residents of Maine, New Hampshire, or Massachusetts.

Online 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.a

Morning Guided Meditation [Dempsey Connects]
2026-06-25 09:00 - 10:00 | 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 Karen Hayden.
Open to all Dempsey Center clients.

Fitness for Life [Lewiston]
2026-06-25 10:00 - 10:45 | Dempsey Center – Lewiston (12 High Street), 12 High Street, Lewiston, ME, 04240, United States
No class July 2.

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.

Led by Tish Caldwell, Dempsey Center’s Movement + Fitness Manager, Certified Oncology Yoga Instructor, and Livestrong Cancer Exercise Trainer.

Open to Dempsey Center clients in active treatment or post-treatment and their primary care partner.

This class will take place at 12 High St. (YMCA)

Tai Chi + Qigong for Energy + Health [Rock Row]
2026-06-25 10:00 - 11:00 | Dempsey Center – Rock Row, 11 Rock Row, Westbrook, ME, 04092, United States
No class June 11.

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 anxiety.

Led by Cal Clark, LMT, Polarity Therapist, Certified Qi Gong Instructor.

Open to Dempsey Center clients in active treatment or post-treatment and their primary care partner.

Gathering Our Stories: Legacy, Meaning + Connection [Rock Row]
2026-06-25 10:00 - 11:30 | Dempsey Center – Rock Row, 11 Rock Row, Westbrook, ME, 04092, United States
No group July 2.

Join us for a 10-week expressive arts-based reflective group centered around exploring what we value most, how we want our stories told, and the legacy we leave behind. Participants will have the opportunity to work on a legacy project of their choosing – basic arts/journaling materials will be provided. No artistic or writing experience required.

Led by Erin King, LCSW, OSW-C, CGP and Allison Burt, LCSW, OSW-C.

Open to adult clients who are living with cancer.

Online 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.

Advanced Cancer Support Group - Morning [Dempsey Connects]
2026-06-25 10:00 - 11:30 | Dempsey Connects
No group July 2 and November 26.

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 Kailie Sullivan, LCSW, OSW-C and Judi Stevens, Volunteer Support Group Facilitator.

Open to adult Dempsey Center clients living with advanced cancer.

Participants must be residents of Maine, New Hampshire, or Massachusetts.

Online 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.

Dempsey Dog Meet + Greet: Forest [Rock Row]
2026-06-25 10:30 - 12:00 | Dempsey Center – Rock Row, 11 Rock Row, Westbrook, ME, 04092, 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.

Chair Yoga [Lewiston]
2026-06-25 11:00 - 11:45 | Dempsey Center – Lewiston (12 High Street), 12 High Street, Lewiston, ME, 04240, United States
No class July 2.

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 all the benefits of a traditional yoga practice. We will use movement, breathing, and mindfulness to improve muscular strength, bone density, immune support, flexibility, energy, sleep, and posture.
Led by Tish Caldwell, Dempsey Center’s Movement + Fitness Manager, Certified Oncology Yoga Instructor.
Open to Dempsey Center clients in active treatment or post-treatment and their primary care partner.

This class will take place at 12 High St. (YMCA)

Stretch, Balance, + Rest [Rock Row]
2026-06-25 12:00 - 13:00 | Dempsey Center – Rock Row, 11 Rock Row, Westbrook, ME, 04092, United States
No class May 28 and June 4.

This gentle yoga class offers stretches that target the shoulders and hips and standing poses that build balance and stability. Class concludes with an extended guided mediation providing deep, restorative relaxation, leaving you feeling relaxed, grounded, and refreshed.

Please note that participants must be able to lay on their backs and transition from floor to standing.

Open to Dempsey Center clients with a cancer diagnosis at any stage and their primary care partner.

Led by Kelli Dubose, Certified Yoga Instructor.

Reflections in a Cup: An Exploration of Life [Rock Row]
2026-06-25 12:00 - 13:00 | Dempsey Center – Rock Row, 11 Rock Row, Westbrook, ME, 04092, United States
No session July 2.
Join us for a transformative series that invites you to explore life through the imagery of your favorite tea or coffee cup. Bring your cup, settle in, and enjoy a soothing beverage as we embark on a journey of reflection and connection.
In a safe and welcoming environment, you will listen deeply—to the world around you, your inner self, and the stories of others. Together, we will rediscover our narratives, particularly in the context of those who have faced cancer, and seek spiritual insights through shared experiences. This workshop is an opportunity to connect with your spirit, reflect on your journey, and gain new perspectives amidst life’s challenges.
Open to adult Dempsey Center clients. Prior attendees or first time participants welcome.
Led by Judy Braun.

Yoga for Better Sleep [Rock Row]
2026-06-25 17:30 - 18:30 | Dempsey Center – Rock Row, 11 Rock Row, Westbrook, ME, 04092, United States
Discover the healing power of restful sleep with yoga! In this special one-hour session, experience gentle movements suitable for both chair and yoga mat practice followed by a guided meditation designed to deeply relax your body and shift your nervous system from “fight or flight” to “relax and rest”. Ease tension and prepare yourself for a night of restful sleep.
No yoga experience required.
Led by Doris Hall, Certified Yoga Instructor + Reiki practitioner.
Open to all adult Dempsey Center clients.

Young Adult Cancer Support Group [Dempsey Connects]
2026-06-25 17:30 - 18:45 | Dempsey Connects
Meets 2nd + 4th Thursdays, monthly.

No group November 26.

Work, relationships, sexuality, intimacy, finances, family, parenting, college…adulting is just different with a cancer diagnosis. This group is a place for young adults at any point in their cancer journey to connect and socialize with others who understand the challenges of diagnosis, treatment, and survivorship. We share stories, struggles and laughter and identify ways to cope day to day.

Led by Jen Dimond, LCSW, OSW-C, and Libby Gordon, Volunteer Facilitator.

Open to Dempsey Center clients ages 18-40ish with a cancer diagnosis, at any point in their cancer journey.

Participants must be residents of Maine.young adult

Young Adult Cancer Support Group [Dempsey Connects]
2026-06-25 17:30 - 18:45 | Dempsey Connects
Meets 2nd + 4th Thursdays

Work, relationships, sexuality, intimacy, finances, family, parenting, college…adulting is just different with a cancer diagnosis. This group is a place for young adults at any point in their cancer journey to connect and socialize with others who understand the challenges of diagnosis, treatment, and survivorship. We share stories, struggles and laughter and identify ways to cope day to day.

Led by Jen Dimond and Libby Gordon, Volunteer Support Group Facilitators.

Open to adult Dempsey Center clients ages 18-40ish with a cancer diagnosis, at any point in their cancer journey.

Participants must be residents of Maine.

This group requires a screening. If you are interested in participating, please call 877-336-7287 or email registration@dempseycenter.org.

Dempsey Center Closed - Summer Break
2026-06-29 - 2026-07-03 | ME

Fitness for Life [Dempsey Connects]
2026-07-06 09:30 - 10:15 | Dempsey Connects
No class May 25 and June 29.

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.
Led by Tish Caldwell, Dempsey Center’s Movement + Fitness Manager, Certified Oncology Yoga Instructor, and Livestrong Cancer Exercise Trainer.
Open to adult Dempsey Center clients.

Fitness for Life [Rock Row]
2026-07-06 09:30 - 10:15 | Dempsey Center – Rock Row, 11 Rock Row, Westbrook, ME, 04092, United States
No class May 25 and June 29.

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.

Led by Tish Caldwell, Dempsey Center’s Movement + Fitness Manager, Certified Oncology Yoga Instructor, and Livestrong Cancer Exercise Trainer.

Open to Dempsey Center clients in active treatment or post-treatment.

Yoga for Cancer Care [Dempsey Connects]
2026-07-06 10:30 - 11:30 | Dempsey Connects
No class May 25 and June 29.

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 Movement + Fitness Manager, Certified Oncology Yoga Instructor.

Open to all Dempsey Center clients.

Please note that participants must be able to transition from floor to standing.

Advanced Cancer Care Partner Support Group - Evening [Dempsey Connects]
2026-07-06 17:00 - 18:30 | 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 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.

Led by Jen Dimond, LCSW, OSW-C and co-facilitated with Volunteer Support Group Facilitator, Judi Stevens.

Open to adult Dempsey Center clients who are care partners to a loved one diagnosed with advanced cancer.

Participants must be residents of Maine.

Online 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.

Morning Guided Meditation [Dempsey Connects]
2026-07-07 08:00 - 08:30 | 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 Dempsey Center clients.

Yoga for Cancer Care [Lewiston]
2026-07-07 10:30 - 11:30 | Dempsey Center – Lewiston (12 High Street), 12 High Street, Lewiston, ME, 04240, United States
No class June 30 or July 28.

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 Movement + Fitness Manager, Certified Oncology Yoga Instructor.

Open to Dempsey Center clients in active treatment or post-treatment and their primary care partner.

Please note that participants must be able to transition from floor to standing.

Advanced Cancer Support Group [Dempsey Connects]
2026-07-07 10:30 - 12:00 | Dempsey Connects
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 Kerry Irish, LCSW, OSW-C.
Open to adult Dempsey Center clients living with advanced cancer.
Participants must be residents of Maine.

Online 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.

Tai Chi + Qigong for Energy + Health [Dempsey Connects]
2026-07-07 14:00 - 14:45 | Dempsey Connects
No class June 30.

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 anxiety.

Led by Jason Ames, founder and owner of Maine Center for Taijiquan & Qigong.

Open to all adult Dempsey Center clients.

Good Vibes Sound Bath [Rock Row]
2026-07-07 15:00 - 16:00 | Dempsey Center – Rock Row, 11 Rock Row, Westbrook, ME, 04092, United States
Relax into an age-old healing modality, known today as a sound bath! In this vibrational sound immersion, we will bask in the power of music and frequency – shown to reach deep into the brain to induce theta-wave meditation—to soothe, de-stress, and receive a myriad of other health benefits. Enjoy Tibetan and Chakra tuned Crystal Singing Bowls, Native American Flute, Solfeggio Chimes, and more!

Led by Rev. Myra Robinson, Interfaith Chaplain and Sound Healer, who is a Cancer survivor and former client of the Dempsey Center.

Open to all Dempsey Center Clients.

Writing from the Heart I [Dempsey Connects]
2026-07-07 15:00 - 16:15 | 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 resilience. Using therapeutic writing prompts we will explore journaling with the opportunity to share your writing with others through reading a selected piece. No writing experience is required to join this 8-week series.

Writing from the Heart I is appropriate both for those who have previously participated in “Writing from the Heart” and those who have not. The content and prompts are new and distinct from those offered in “Writing from the Heart II.

Participants must attend the first session to participate in the full series.

Led by Kerry Irish, LCSW, OSW-C, FAOSW.

Open to adult Dempsey Center clients with a cancer diagnosis at any stage and care partners.
