Hello September!!
Hello Everyone!
This email is a fully packed volume, so grab a cup of coffee or tea and find a comfy place to absorb it all.
We have some very exciting programs and events that we have been working on here at the Center over the past few months! We have been in collaboration with the Dempsey Center to bring additional programming to the Beth Wright Center in October! This programming is intended to increase opportunities for our clients to have the option of enjoying supplementary programming on a new state-of-the-art Poly Studio x50 Video bar and new large 55'' screen right here in the Activity Room at the Center. Check out the scheduled events and details below.
We hope you can Save the Date for the Annual Down East Living with Cancer Conference on November 4, 2021, that will be held on Zoom. We were originally planning to have the conference as a hybrid event but do to rising COVID numbers we have decided against it. More details to come very soon!
Along with the new programs streaming in from the Dempsey Center, we are welcoming a new Gentle Yoga class and instructor live each Thursday at the Center, which blends in nicely since September is National Yoga Month putting yoga in the spotlight. Check out the details below.
Also, just a friendly reminder that here at the Center we have gone back to wearing masks whether or not you have been vaccinated for the time being. This is the current recommendation from the Maine CDC. We will be following these guidelines until further notice.
If you have any questions, need assistance or just want to say hi, please feel free to call us at the Center at 207-664-0339 or email us at info@bethwrightcancercenter.org
We hope to see you very soon!
All of us at the Beth Wright Center
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September is National Yoga Month Bringing New Yoga to the Center |
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A couple of changes are coming soon to the yoga classes at the Beth C. Wright Cancer Resource Center, just in time to recognize National Yoga Month. Yoga is ancient practice that promotes physical and mental well-being utilizing breathing techniques, physical postures and meditation. Among the many benefits, yoga can help relieve stress, support good health habits, and improve mental/emotional health, sleep, and balance.
First, Mary Cline’s Gentle Yoga summer session is nearing an end but we are very fortunate that Mary will continue to hold yoga classes online via Zoom for the rest of the year. Gentle Yoga with Mary will resume online classes on September 22 at 3:00 pm and then every Wednesday following. (Mary will not hold class on September 8 & 15.)
Secondly, the Beth C. Wright Cancer Resource Center is pleased to welcome certified yoga instructor Hannah Horecka to our yoga offerings. Hannah runs the Quiet Strength Yoga studio in Ellsworth and she has led classes for Ellsworth Adult Education. She will be doing gentle yoga classes in-person at the Center on Thursdays at 3:00 pm starting September 23. Both these classes are designed to address the physical and emotional needs of cancer patients and survivors. (We will keep an eye on CDC recommendations in case we need to shift to online classes with Hannah.) Come try out Hannah's class if this time slot works for you.
David Walker continues to teach Yoga for Cancer on Mondays at 4 pm, online. You now have 3 different yoga sessions to choose from on 3 different days!
Also note that coming up on October 15 at 3 pm, Danielle Marie Rollins will be leading a restorative yoga class at the Center. See this month’s announcement about Restorative Yoga for details.
These free events are is open to all. For more information or if you would like to register and receive the Zoom links as needed, please call the Beth C. Wright Cancer Resource Center at 664-0339 or email: info@bethwrightcancercenter.org.
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DEMPSEY CENTER & BETH C. WRIGHT CENTER
JOIN FORCES To Bring More to YOU!
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ELLSWORTH, ME – The Beth C. Wright Cancer Resource Center is collaborating with the Dempsey Center, a renowned provider of cancer support services in Lewiston and South Portland, Maine to bring a selection of their holistic cancer support programs to rural down east Maine this fall.
The program will introduce the use of high-quality digital equipment so that clients will be able to access select programs in real time within the Ellsworth Center. An array of wellness programming will be offered. Participants are invited to join these additional programs in the comfort of the Activity Room at the Beth C. Wright Center and participate in the interactive, live-streamed programs, through the new state-of-the-art, Poly Studio X50 video bar that delivers radical simplicity in a small, elegant package offering superior video and sound that will be broadcasted to a 55" screen. You will hardly know that you are not right in the room with the instructor. See photo above.
The following three programs will be offered -
Chair Yoga – Thursdays starting October 7th, 12:15 – 1:00 PM - A gentle, accessible form of yoga, Chair Yoga utilizes both seated and standing poses using a chair for support to provide all the benefits of a traditional yoga practice. We will use movement, breathing, and mindfulness to improve muscular strength, bone density, immune support, flexibility, energy, sleep, and posture. Led by Patricia Caldwell, Dempsey Center’s Movement + Fitness Coordinator, Certified Oncology Yoga Instructor.
What to Eat During Treatment – Monday, October 18th, 10:30 AM – 12:00 PM - 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. Follow along as Judy prepares some quick and easy recipes for healthy eating and symptom management. Led by Judy Donnelly, RDN, LD, Dempsey Center’s Nutrition Program Coordinator.
Soups On! – Monday, November 15th, 10:30 AM – 12:30 PM - Calling all soup lovers! Learn the art of making delicious soup and adjusting the flavor to meet your personal taste bud needs. Led by Judy Donnelly, RDN, LD, Dempsey Center’s Nutrition Program Coordinator.
These telecasted programs will be provided at no cost and are open to all. For more information or to register by phone call the Beth Wright Center at 207-664-0339 or register online on the Beth C. Wright Cancer Resource Center Facebook page or website www.bethwrightcancerresourcecenter.org
These programs are made possible thanks to the support of Jane’s Trust, a charitable foundation located in Boston, MA, UNUM, Hannaford Charitable Foundation, and Hannaford Supermarkets.
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A Very Successful 21st Annual Walk For Life! |
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The 21st Annual Beth C. Wright Walk For Life was a great success as we have surpassed our goal of $35,000.00.
This year we added to the Walk a 5K road race, a craft fair, a food truck instead of our usual barbecue, and a variety of games for children. These new additions worked well.
Thank you to all who worked, volunteered, donated, or sponsored. Below are names of people and businesses we especially want to thank.
Sponsors -
Platinum -
Mark Wright Disposal - Machias Savings Bank - Wayne Wright
Gold - A.C. Inc. - Bar Harbor Bank & Trust - Tuscan Lodge #106
Silver - Down East Community Hospital - Pleasant River Drive-In - Signs By Deano
Bronze - Twyla and Joe Charczynski - Coastal Drilling and Blasting, Inc. - T.A. King & Son - Jeanine and William Wright - Dwight and Patti Carver - Toppin's Diesel and Marine Service - Woodland Studios
Teams -
Platinum Teams
DEFY Aquarobics - Team Leader - Donna Fricke
Faith Mountaineers - Team Leader - Ron Carpenter
Robin's Dudette Walkers - Team Leader - Candice Bray
Gold Teams
CRUSH CANCER - Team Leader - Rebekah Hodgson
Silver Teams
The Green Family - Team Leader - Lorna Greene
Special Volunteers -
Marty Elliott for soliciting 88 prizes for the Chinese Auction
Gina Wright for organizing and overseeing the Chinese Auction
Rebekah Hodgson for organizing and managing the 5K Run
Amanda Holland for organizing and managing the Craft Fair
Coastal Washington County Voc Tech for hosting the Craft Fair
Town of Addison for your support over the years!
I am already looking forward to next year’s Walk For Life which we hope to hold on its traditional day of the 3rd Saturday in May, which is May 22, 2022.
Sincerely,
Michael Reisman, Executive Director
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Shaw's 'GIVE BACK WHERE IT COUNTS' Bag Program Is Working For the
Beth C. Wright Center 💸
Our time at Shaw's in Ellsworth is coming to an end as the recipient of their generous donation program, Give Back Where It Counts, as September winds down.
For the month of September Shaw's of Ellsworth, has been graciously donating $1.00 to the Beth C. Wright Center for the Month Of September for each bag sold!
So if you head into Ellsworth Shaw's and need another reusable bag, keep us in mind, you can help the environment and the Beth Wright Center too! If you can't find them simply as the friendly folks and they will show you right where they are
Thanks for thinking of us!!
Extra Special Thanks to Shaw's
for Giving Back So Much!!
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LIVE/Hybrid & Zoom at Beth Wright Center! |
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Beginning September 23, 2021 each Thursday from 3 -4 pm
We welcome Hannah to the Center each Thursday from 3-4 pm for this Gentle Yoga class. This is a Hybrid Event meaning you can join Face-to-Face in the Activity Room at the Center or on Zoom via the new Poly Studio X50 video bar with superior video and sound.
Call for more info or to register 207-664-0339.
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Join Danielle Marie Rollins for this restorative yoga session to relax & unify the mind and body. This is
a Hybrid Event meaning you can join Face-to-Face in the Activity Room at the Center or on Zoom via the new Poly Studio X50 video bar with superior video and sound.
Call for more info or to register 207-664-0339.
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Fall Offerings: Dempsey Center Programs at the
Beth Wright Cancer Resource Center
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Chair Yoga - 5 week series - Each Thurs. Oct. 7 – Nov. 4 from 12:15 – 1:00 pm - Chair Yoga will be offered here at the Beth Wright Center in the Activity Room and will be presented by Patricia Caldwell, Dempsey Center’s Movement & Fitness Coordinator, Certified Oncology Yoga Instructor. The program will be live-streamed via the new Poly Studio X50 video bar with superior video and sound on a 55" screen... Find out more
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What To Eat During Treatment -
Monday, October 18, 2021, from 10:30 am- 12:30 pm - What To Eat During Treatment will be offered here at the Beth Wright Center in the Activity Room and will be presented by Judy Donnelly, RDN, LD, Dempsey Center’s Nutrition Program Coordinator. The program will be live-streamed via the new Poly Studio X50 video bar with superior video and sound on a 55" screen.. Find out more
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Monday, November 15 from 10:30 am – 12:30 pm - Soups On! will be offered here at the Beth Wright Center in the Activity Room and will be presented by Judy Donnelly, RDN, LD, Dempsey Center’s Nutrition Program Coordinator. The program will be live-streamed via the new Poly Studio X50 video bar with superior video and sound on a 55" screen...
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Mindfulness: Tools for Well Being with Jen Harry returns to the Center , on the 3rd Friday of each month from 10:30 am - 12:00 pm. This is a Hybrid Event meaning you can join Face-to-Face in the Activity Room at the Center or on Zoom via the new Poly Studio X50 video bar with superior video and sound. Call 207-664-0339 to find our more or to register.
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Walking Your Way to Mindfulness with Jen Harry returns to the Center this July and will meet on the 3rd Friday of each month at 9:15 to walk with intention and mindfulness. Each walk will begin at the Center. Call 207-664-0339 to register.
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is a Cancer Support group that is open to all regardless of cancer type. The Group will be meeting on Zoom at a new day and time - on the 2nd and 4th Monday of the month from 3:00 - 4:00 pm. Call 207-664-0339 to register.
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3rd Tuesday and Wednesday with appts from 11 am – 2:45 pm. Face to Face. Call 207-664-0339
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3rd Friday with appts from 12 pm – 3 pm. Face to Face. Call 207-664-0339
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Monthly Series Zoom Events |
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Our Recurring Live/Hybrid
& Zoom Events
Click the links to learn more
Due to an unfortunate accident, the Open Arms Support Group is on hold until further notice. Brooke, you & your husband are in our prayers 🙏
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