NORWAY — The Cancer Resource Center of Western Maine, (CRCofWM) located in the Stephens Memorial Hospital Specialty Clinic building at 199 Main St, Norway, continues to provide free support and services to anyone impacted by cancer (cancer survivors and caregivers). Those looking for assistance are encouraged to contact Diane Madden, Executive Director by phone (207) 890-0329 or by email at [email protected]. to make an appointment. Services include a variety of weekly virtual classes and programs , a library of recorded yoga and fitness classes on their website and YouTube channel that are accessible through smartphone, tablet or computer,  free complementary therapy sessions with the new Live Well Card (formerly Caring Coupons), comfort items such as: wigs, arm and neck pillows, port protectors, rice bags, wrap quilts, hats, afghans etc., food and travel assistance plus the assistance of their new Oncology Social Worker to help you connect to other resources.

The CRCofWM recently hired Stephanie LeBlond, LSW, Oncology Social Worker, on a part-time basis, to assist their clients with emotional, financial and basic needs, including travel and food support.  Funding for Stephanie’s position is a result of a one-year operating grant from the Maine Cancer Foundation. Stephanie also holds a part-time position as an Oncology Social Worker in the Stephens Memorial Hospital Oncology Department.  Stephanie can be reached at [email protected] or by calling 890-0205 and leaving a message. She will return your call on her next scheduled work day at the Cancer Resource Center.

The Live Well Card (formerly Caring Coupon Program) provides up to 5 free complementary therapy sessions from a list of approved wellness providers. Caregivers are also eligible to receive a Live Well card for 5 sessions. Call 890-0329 or email [email protected] for more information. Some sessions may be done virtually.

Free weekly virtual classes are available by registering through their website, www.crcofwm.org. Once registered, a Zoom link will be emailed to you. First time participants are encouraged to email [email protected] in order to sign a consent form.

Virtual Monday Morning Meditation – Mondays at 9:30 a.m. Karen Vasil-Busch leads a 30 minute meditation class designed to reduce stress and promote feelings of peace and well-being.

Virtual Yoga & Meditation – Tuesdays at 1 p.m.   Kathryn, Gardner of Song Body Soul  leads the 40 minute class of Yoga (at your own pace, followed by 20 minutes of meditation!

“A Mindful Hour” – Thursdays at 9 a.m. Learn how the practice of Mindful-based Stress Reduction (MSBR) may assist with reducing stress through breath, movement, and meditation.

Join Kat Larsen as she leads this weekly class, integrating other practices from her work as a Certified Yoga Therapist and Registered Yoga Teacher.

Additional classes are added from time to time, please check their website for up to date information, find them on Facebook or call 890-0329.