NORWAY — Navigating a cancer diagnosis is difficult in and of itself, but finding support and connecting with those who understand adds another layer of challenges, especially when living in a rural area.

To help ease the journey through a cancer diagnosis for those living in Maine, the Cancer Resource Center of Western Maine has partnered with the Dempsey Center to make their educational classes available to the Norway area. Using the Dempsey Connects virtual platform, clients of the Cancer Resource Center of Western Maine will be able to participate in select classes within their Norway Center or virtually from the comfort of their own home. These telecast classes will allow clients across the state to access high-quality program and encourage connection between those who have been impacted by cancer.

Programs offered October – December 2022 will include:

• Managing Cancer Treatment Side Effects with Cannabis/CBD (Virtual) – Friday, October 28, 10-11:15 a.m. From treating pain and nausea to helping to ease the symptoms of neuropathy, more and more studies are coming out that demonstrate positive benefits from the safe use of CBD and other cannabinoids. Join the Dempsey Center and experts Dr. Dustin Sulak and Shari Berman to discuss alternative and adjunctive ways to manage the side effects of cancer and cancer treatments. This program is open to the public.
• The Next Chapter: Support After Cancer Treatment (Virtual) – Wednesdays, November 2 thru December 9, 5-6:30 p.m. When cancer treatment ends, the impact of cancer can often continue. Join us for this 5-week series to learn techniques for coping with the new physical and emotional reality of your post-treatment cancer journey. While connecting with other survivors, learn the importance of eating well-coupled with strategies to optimize your diet, identify how movement and fitness can care for your body and mind, and explore how complementary therapies can improve your well-being.
• Nov 2 – Connect with others in a similar place in their cancer journey
• Nov 9 – Emotional realities post-treatment
• Nov 16 – Movement + Fitness strategies post-treatment
• Nov 23 – Holiday, no meeting
• Nov 30 – Optimizing nutrition
• Dec 7 – Improving well-being through complementary therapies

Facilitators: Maureen Higgins, MSW; Judy Donnelly, RDN; Tish Caldwell, Certified Oncology Fitness Instructor; Liz Como, LMT , Kailie Sullivan, LCSW. This program is open to cancer patients at the end of treatment or post-treatment.

Soups On! (LIVE) – Thursday, November 10, 2-4 p.m. Calling all soup lovers! Learn the art of making delicious soup and adjusting the flavor to meet your personal taste bud needs. Discover new recipes and tricks to freeze your favorites for later meals. Led by Judy Donnelly, RDN, LD, Nutrition Program Coordinator – this program is open to the public.

What to Eat During Cancer Treatment (HYBRID – Zoom or Live in Norway) – Wednesday, November 16, 10-12 p.m. Cancer treatment can affect what you are able to eat and how your body handles food. Join us to learn basic information about maintaining good nutrition to help you feel your best during cancer treatment. Led by Kelly Falone, RDN, LD – this program is open to all Dempsey Center & CRCofWM clients.

As with all Dempsey Center and Cancer Resource Center of Western Maine services, these telecast programs will be provided at no cost. Cancer Resource Center of Western Maine clients can sign up for any of these classes by calling the Center at (207) 890-0329. This program is possible thanks to the support of Jane’s Trust, a charitable foundation located in Boston, MA, and Hannaford Foundation.

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