LEWISTON — The Dempsey Center has announced its programming schedule for July. Programs are free to those affected by cancer. ONE-TIME PROGRAMS Chill Out with Summer Soups: 2 to 3:30 p.m. July 20. The class will feature chilled and nourishing soups. Limited to 25. Preregistration required, call 207-795-8250. Mini Spa: 6 to 7 p.m. July 11. Enjoy a warm foot soak and hand treatment in […]
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Nominations taken for Amanda Dempsey Award
LEWISTON — Nominations for the 2018 Amanda Dempsey Award presented by Breakaway from Cancer will be accepted through Aug. 14. The award, named in memory of Amanda Dempsey, is presented to a cancer survivor who has a passion for helping Mainers with cancer. The recipient will be honored during Dempsey Challenge weekend, Sept. 29 and […]
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Dempsey Center free June programs include spa day, adventure camp
LEWISTON — The Dempsey Center announces its free June programs intended for cancer patients, their families and caregivers, unless otherwise noted. All programs are held at the Dempsey Center, 29 Lowell St., fifth floor, unless otherwise noted. Resting Comfortably: 9 to 10:15 a.m. Monday, June 4. Participants will explore ways to rest through gentle and restorative […]
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Cancer Survivors Day luncheon at Cancer Resource Center of Western Maine
NORWAY — The Cancer Resource Center of Western Maine, located in the Stephens Memorial Hospital Specialty Clinic building at 199 Main St., will celebrate National Cancer Survivors Day on Friday, June 1. Cancer survivors and caregivers are invited to lunch and to “celebrate life” at the center from 11:30 a.m. to 1:30 p.m. This will […]
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May cancer program offerings at Dempsey Center include healing arts, cooking
LEWISTON — The Dempsey Center has announced free May program offerings. These free programs are intended for cancer patients, their families and caregivers. All programs are held at the Dempsey Center, 29 Lowell St. on the fifth floor, unless otherwise noted. For more information, call 207-795-8250 or email [email protected]. One-time or series programs Cooking Matters […]
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Dempsey Center to note anniversary, hold free classes
LEWISTON — The Dempsey Center, 29 Lowell St., fifth floor, has announced free April programs. The center will hold a 10th anniversary open house from 8:30 a.m. to 1 p.m. Saturday, April 7. There will be free workshops, tours and a chance to talk with staff and volunteers to learn more about programs and services. […]
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Dempsey Center March programs include mask making, seed starting
LEWISTON — The Dempsey Center has announced its programs for March. All services are provided at no cost to anyone impacted by cancer regardless of their socioeconomic circumstances or where they receive their medical treatment. All programs are intended for cancer patients, their families and caregivers unless otherwise noted. All programs are held at the […]
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Mary Dempsey leaves Dempsey Center
LEWISTON — Mary Dempsey, sister of actor Patrick Dempsey, has left the cancer center she helped found. Dempsey left last month, just before the center formally separated from Central Maine Healthcare to become its own nonprofit. She had been serving as community services coordinator. Dempsey said Thursday that when the center was about to become independent, […]
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L/A Nordiques raise money for Dempsey Challenge
The L/A Nordiques Hockey Club hosted Kevin Hunter, representative of the Dempsey Center, at a game against the Northeast Generals. The club raised $3,034.50, which was donated to the cancer center. Pictured are NA3HL players, from left, Andrew McCormick and Caleb Labrie along with top youth fundraisers Avery Tyler, left, and Evan Greaton presenting Hunter […]
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Dempsey Center announces free programs for cancer patients, caregivers in December
LEWISTON — The Dempsey Center has announced its free December programs for cancer patients, their families and caregivers. Programs are held at the center, 29 Lowell St., on the fifth floor unless otherwise noted. Dempsey Center introductory meetings and tours will take place from 3 to 3:45 p.m. Tuesdays, 6 to 6:45 p.m. Thursdays and noon […]