NORWAY — The Cancer Resource Center of Western Maine will host a morning bird walk at Roberts Farm Saturday, May 18, as part of its schedule of activities for the month.
The walk will be at 7:30 a.m. at Roberts Farm Preserve, 64 Roberts Road.
Those participating may look for birds in their natural habitat with Mary Van Nest and should wear appropriate outdoor clothing and bring bug spray and binoculars if possible.
The center offers a variety of programs for the month, including two survivorship programs for those impacted by cancer and their caregiver — swimming passes and the Caring Coupon program.
Swimming passes are available through the CRCWM partnership with the Hampton Inn at 151 Main St., Oxford. The pass is for one month of unlimited swimming in a salt water pool for cancer survivors who have been out of treatment for six months and up to five years. Their caregiver is also eligible to receive a month of swimming as well.
The Caring Coupon Program is for cancer patients currently in treatment and up to six months after finishing treatment. Survivors may receive four coupons, their caregiver may receive two coupons, which they use for their choice of sessions of reiki, massage, reflexology or therapeutic yoga from a list of approved wellness providers.
The center also offers support groups, rally groups for men, exercise and other activities.
Drop in hours are 3 to 6 p.m. Tuesday and 9 a.m. to 3 p.m. Thursday and Friday. Volunteers are available to provide comfort items such as port protectors, wigs, hats, pillows or find resources. There are also pamphlets and a lending library.
The center is also a place to enjoy a cup of coffee or tea, chat with a volunteer or take time for yourself by participating in scheduled programs. Activities such as coloring, knitting and games are available at all times.
The Cancer Resource Center of Western Maine is located in the Stephens Memorial Hospital Specialty Clinic building, 199 Main St. For a full schedule of events and other information, visit www.crcofwm.org, find them on Facebook or call 207-890-0329.
