Community Resources

Look Good Feel Better
Offered by the American Cancer Society

Dealing with the variety of challenges of cancer treatment can be difficult.  Losing your hair can feel like another one of those hurdles to overcome.

But the good news is that we can help!

Look Good…Feel Better offers hands-on instruction and education by volunteer cosmetologists, a twelve-step make-up guide and complimentary make-up kits, as well as tips on wigs, turbans, scarves, and nail care.
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For more information and to make an appointment for a consultation, please call  207-744-6174.  Hats are also available. 

The Maine Buddy Program
Emotional Support from Someone Who Has Been There
Are you living through cancer and you'd love to talk to someone who understands exactly how you feel because they've been there too?

The Maine Buddy Program is a statewide, one-to-one program providing an important complement to support provided by family and friends by connecting you with a trained volunteer who has “been there” in a similar cancer experience. Buddies most often talk on the telephone. Depending on proximity, Buddies may meet in person and some communicate by email as well. 

For information on finding a Buddy, please call the Dempsey Center  at their toll free number:         1-877-774-2200.

Road to Recovery Program

Every day thousands of cancer patients need a ride to treatment, but some may not have a way to get there.

The American Cancer Society Road To Recovery program provides transportation to and from treatment for people with cancer who do not have a ride or are unable to drive themselves.

For more information call 1-80​0-227-2345.