Fitness for Life [Rock Row]
2026-01-26 09:30 - 10:15 (America/New_York) | Dempsey Center – Rock Row, 11 Rock Row, Westbrook, ME, 04092, United States
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.

Heal: Yoga + Cancer [Rock Row]
2026-01-27 10:30 - 11:30
This series includes yoga postures, flowing movements and focus on breath to help students achieve relaxation and mobility in everyday life. Conscious effort to link breath with movement helps relieve tension, helps students gain flexibility and improve mobility and strength in the body. No yoga experience necessary.
Led by Jamie Navarro, Yoga in Action Certified Yoga Instructor.
Open to Dempsey Center clients in active treatment and their primary care partner.
Please note that participants must be able to transition from floor to standing.

Reflections in a Cup: An Exploration of Life [Rock Row]
2026-01-27 12:00 - 13:00
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 impacted by cancer.

Led by Judy Braun.

Dempsey Dog Meet + Greet: Louise Cheese [Rock Row]
2026-01-28 09:00 - 10:00
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 into our Rock Row center and say “hi” to our Dempsey Dog Teams. No sign up needed!

Interested in spending some time with one of our Dempsey Dogs teams individually? Call 877-336-7287 to schedule your private Paws Together appointment with one of our therapy dog teams.

Chair Yoga [Rock Row]
2026-01-28 09:45 - 10:30
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 or post-treatment and their primary care partner.

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

Spice Around the World [Rock Row]
2026-01-28 12:15 - 13:15
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. So let’s explore spices together! In this workshop, we’ll discover new spices that can add interesting flavors to food while providing health-supporting nutrients. Each week, we’ll make a quick recipe featuring a different spice profile and, of course, sample and chat about food! Your taste buds will thank you!

Open to the public.

Led by Judy Donnelly and a team of volunteer assistants.

Dempsey Dog Meet + Greet: Rudy [Rock Row]
2026-01-28 14:00 - 16:00
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!

Tai Chi + Qigong for Energy + Health [Rock Row]
2026-01-29 10:00 - 11:00
No class February 26 or March 5.

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.

Qigong for Wellness [Rock Row]
2026-01-30 10:00 - 11:00
Qigong 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.
Open to Dempsey Center clients with a cancer diagnosis at any stage and their primary care partner.
Led by Ronnie Wilson RN/NP Certified Tai Chi + Qigong instructor

In A Fog: Chemo Brain Q+A [Rock Row]
2026-01-30 10:00 - 11:00
If you are unable to remember certain things, have trouble finishing tasks, difficulty concentrating or learning new skills, or managing emotions you may have “chemo brain.” This informational session breaks down the characteristics of chemo brain, as well as strategies to help manage symptoms.
Bring all your questions about chemo brain and Dr. Miller will answer questions after the presentation.

Led by Thomas G. Miller, Ph.D., QBISP and Clinical Neuropsychologist with Goodwill Northern New England NeuroRehab Services.

Open to all Dempsey Center clients.
