The MAE Project ~ ~ Maine Autism Education Project 5th Maine Autism Resource Fair Augusta Civic Center October 24th, 2009, Saturday 8:30 a.m. to 5:00 p.m.   (schedule below) Make sure you scroll down the entire page to read all about the fair. We will hold a raffle with some GREAT items available! $1.00 for 1 ticket or $5.00 for 6 tickets. Silent Auction:  Items to be announced  PROCEEDS WILL GO TOWARDS FAIR EXPENSES The fair offers great resources to the citizens of Maine who live, love and work in the autism community.  The information sessions, workshops and exhibitors are all provided at no cost to the attendees. We are committed to helping children and adults with autism and ask that you help us to continue that work with your support. As one mother of a newly diagnosed child stated last year, " For the first time we didn’t feel alone. We got so much from this one day."  In Maine, over 2,000 children, ages 3 to 20 years old have autism.  State of Maine, Department of Education  Donations will be listed on our website and in our fair program. If you would like to make a donation "In Honor" or "In Memory" of an indiviudal, please note that when the donation is made.

SPONSORS: See Our Sponsors Page, many thanks to them! EXHIBITORS:  Check Out Our Exhibitors Page NEW→NETWORKING:  In the auditoirum, there will be designated areas for parents/caregivers and educators to meet and talk about their experiences. NEW→INFORMATION SESSIONS: In the morning there are four information sessions.  Each session has been purchased by an interested exhibitor to allow a more formal introduction to their services and/or products. Please see below for a list of those sessions. WORKSHOPS: See Workshop page CERTIFICATE OF ATTENDANCE: A certificate of attendance will be given at the end of the day. STATE OF MAINE CEU's: Will be available.  PLEASE NOTE: Attention SLP-CCC's This activity may be used to meet the ASHA certification maintenance requirementif you determine that: (1) the content is relevant to your area of practice and your practice setting, and (2) you are in your 3-year maintenance interval. You do not need prior approval from ASHA to use this activity. The activity is offered for 7 Certification Maintenance Hours, and you will be provided with the appropriate documentation of attendance (CERTIFICATE OF ATTENDANCE). For more information on acceptable activities and your record keeping responsibilities, contact ASHA at 800-498-2071 or certification@asha.org. COST:  There is no cost to attend. If you are able, a donation of $10.00 would be greatly appreciated.  We ask that you help us prepare by registering. Walk-ins are welcomed. REGISTRATION:  You may register on-line or by phone. Walk-ins are welcomed the day of the fair.  Heidi Bowden, MAE Project, 65 Patterson Street, Augusta, ME  04330... 207 626-3042   Email: asdresourcefair@aol.com LUNCH:  Lunch is your choice, The Augusta Civic Center will have concession stands open for your convenience. There are also eateries nearby. THE CHILDREN'S AREA: There will be a children's area located in the auditorium.  This area is available for parents, caregivers and respite providers who would like a dedicated space to bring their child/children.  Please note: CHILDCARE IS NOT PROVIDED   Various art projects, puzzles and games will be available.   Schedule  7:00  to  8:15    Exhibitors Set Up  8:30                 Registration 8:30 to 12:00    Visit Exhibitors, Networking, Information Sessions      10:00 to 10:30   DYNAVOX Systems      10:45 to 11:15   The Children's Center:  Respite 101 "You deserve a break!"       11:30 to 12:00   Dr. Harold Grams: Navigating the Biomedical Maze      12:00 to  1:00    Lunch 1:15  to  3:00   1st Breakout Session Workshop A:  "Communication and Autism", Linda Bonnar-- Pine Tree Society (Parents, Educators, Professionals)  Workshop B:  Students with Autism Spectrum Disorder: Tips, Tools, Techniques  (Educators) Workshop C:  "Navigating Home and Community": A panel discussion  (Parents, Caregivers) 3:15  to  5:00   2nd Breakout Session Workshop A  "Communication and Autism", Linda Bonnar-- Pine Tree Society (Parents, Educators, Professionals) Workshop B:  "Students with Autism Spectrum Disorder: Tips, Tools, Techniques"  (Educators) 5:00-  Submit Survey and Receive Certificate of Attendance and CEU paperwork.             No partial credits for CEUs.  Must be in attendance for the entire day in order to qualify for the .7 CEUS  Thanks to www.maine.info for listing our event.