Cancer Resource Center of Western Maine

The Cancer Resource Center of Western Maine is a 501c3 non-profit organization funded by private foundations, individual and corporate donations, and fundraisers. We embrace anyone affected by cancer in a community that offers hope and caring through support, education and concepts in healthy living. We offer free programs, activities, classes, support groups, travel and food assistance, and comfort items to anyone impacted by cancer....because no one should face cancer alone.

Left to right: Sue Craib, Barb Deschenes. Absent from the photo is David Wilson.

Cancer Resource Center of Western Maine Honors Founders
At the Open House on September 15th, the Board of Directors of the Cancer Resource Center of Western Maine, honored the original founders of the Center: Sue Craib, Barb Deschenes and David Wilson, by dedicating “The Healing Room“ in their honor.

BI-WEEKLY CHAIR YOGA CLASS
RESUMES IN HARRISON!
We are excited to announce that we are partnering with the Caswell House Conservancy in Harrison to offer Chair Yoga twice per week! This class will taught by Susan Kane, who many of you may know from her work in western Maine as a Yoga instructor and Reiki practitioner.

This Chair Yoga class is open to the public but it is FREE for any cancer patients and their caregiver. For the general public, it is $10.00 per session.

Chair Yoga Schedule:
When: Mondays and Wednesdays 11-12 noon
Where: Caswell Conservancy, 42 Main Street Harrison.
For more information, email dmadden@crcofwm.org

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3. Enter: Cancer Resource Center of Western Maine

Yoga Warriors Returns to Posabilities Yoga Studio
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Drop in Hours Resume Oct. 14th
'Drop In Hours' at the Center will resume on Thursdays only, 9am to 3pm, beginning October 14th. Volunteers will be available on these days to chat with patients and assist with any patient needs. Our staff is available to meet with patients and caregivers by appointment to discuss any specific support needs - please call (207) 890-0329

Weekly Virtual Wellness Classes
Monday - 9:00 am - 9:30 am
Morning Meditation
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Tuesday - 1:00 pm - 2:00 pm
Yoga & Meditation
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Thursday - 9:00 am - 10:00 am
Mindfulness Based Stress Reduction (MBSR)
Register for all virtual classes
OR
Try a recorded class

OCTOBER FOOD RESOURCE CALENDAR NOW AVAILABLE .

Download this helpful calendar of Free Community Food, Meals and Food Pantries in Western Maine resources developed by our friends at Healthy Oxford Hills!

THE 'LIVE WELL CARD'
If you have been impacted by cancer, you are eligible for free complementary therapy. Cancer survivors (anyone who has ever had a cancer diagnosis) can receive a Live Well card which is good for up to 5 complementary therapy sessions in 2021 (as funding permits) from our list of approved wellness providers. Caregivers are also eligible to receive a card. Call 890-0329 or email Diane to learn more.
*Note: some sessions can be done virtually.

NCSD-Maine.org

This year for National Cancer Survivor Day (NCSD) we worked with other cancer centers around the State of Maine to produce virtual recorded workshops and activities like the Introduction to Mindulfulness-Based Stress Reduction (MBSR) hosted by Kat Larsen.
You can find other NCSD virtual recorded programs on the website below:
NCSD-Maine.com

Do You Need Help with Food or Travel Expenses?
The Cancer Resource Center of Western Maine (CRCofWM) has received grant funding from the Maine Cancer Foundation to help cancer patients with food and travel support (gas cards) to get to cancer treatments and other medical appointments. For more information please call us at 890-0329 or complete this online form and we will contact you.