• Advanced Cancer Support Group [Dempsey Connects]

    Advanced Cancer Support Group [Dempsey Connects]
    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 … 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 … Continued

    Writing from the Heart II [Dempsey Connects]

    Writing from the Heart II [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 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 … Continued

    Advanced Cancer Support Group – Afternoon [Dempsey Connects]

    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 Michelle Hayes, LCSW, OSW-C and Jen Keefe, MSW Intern. Open to Dempsey Center clients living … Continued

    Chair Yoga [Dempsey Connects]

    Chair Yoga [Dempsey Connects]
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    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 … Continued

    Advanced Cancer Support Group [Dempsey Connects]

    Advanced Cancer Support Group [Dempsey Connects]
    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 … Continued

    Advanced Cancer Care Partner Support Group [Dempsey Connects]

    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 … Continued

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

    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 … Continued

    Advanced Cancer Support Group – Morning [Dempsey Connects]

    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 Kailie Sullivan, LCSW, OSW-C and Judi Stevens, Volunteer Support Group Facilitator. Open to adult Dempsey … Continued

    Virtual Cancer Support Group [Dempsey Connects]

    Virtual Cancer Support Group [Dempsey Connects]
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    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 … Continued

    Understanding Radiation Fibrosis + Cording [Dempsey Connects]

    Dempsey Connects

    Presented by Seacoast Hand Therapy, this workshop explores the potential long-term soft tissue aftereffects of cancer treatment, with a focus on Radiation Fibrosis Syndrome and Axillary Web Syndrome (aka cording). Participants will learn about risk reduction strategies, explore options for short-term relief, identify changes they may already be noticing, and gain tools for lifelong management. … Continued

    Honoring Choice: Understanding Hospice [Dempsey Connects]

    Dempsey Connects

    Most people know that Hospice is a program of care and support for people who are terminally ill and their families, but do you know that hospice can mean so much more than that? Join us to learn what hospice does and does not mean, how to access this benefit, and what to expect for … Continued