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MAIER Family Partnership hosts Holiday “My Day to Play”

Sunday December 4th was an exciting day at the Maine Discovery Museum when the MAIER Family Partnership collaborated with the Museum to host a special Holiday “My Day to Play” for families impacted by ASD. Visitors were invited to journey to Santa’s village – including a visit with Santa and his cheerful elves. Children received […]

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Bangor Public Library program for young children with ASD

The “Blueberry Gang” is a new program at the Bangor Public Library especially for young patrons on the Autism Spectrum. Monthly events are on a rotating schedule of  “Snack and Crafts,” “Movie Matinee” and “Story Time.” Contact the library with questions: 207-947-8336 or email: info@bangorpubliclibrary.org FMI see below or download flyer.

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IPad grant application from Autism Speaks!

This posting is an effort to spread the word about opportunities available from other organizations that may be of interest to readers. Please contact Autism Speaks with questions or for more information about this posting, using the email listed below. Autism Speaks is thrilled to announce that this year, 685 iPad Airs will be awarded […]

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Fall Issue of Pathways now available!

Check out the new Fall 2016 Issue of Pathways, the newsletter of the Maine Autism Institute for Education and Research. We offer news and information about the work and offerings from MAIER, resources of interest, and catch you up on the Maine Family Partnership. Lots of offerings for professionals, families and interested others!

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Free “My Day to Play” December 4th

Join us December 4th, from 4pm to 6pm at the Maine Discovery Museum in Bangor for a FREE “My Day to Play!” This event will be hosted by MAIER’s Maine Family Partnership, and includes admission for the whole family, special guests, and activities and refreshments. Special Announcement: Santa will be visiting the Museum during “My […]

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Maine Public Radio features MAIER Early Start Maine!

Recently, Maine Public Radio featured a story on Early Start Maine, a program for  young children with autism, developed through a partnership of Maine Child Development Services and the Maine Autism Institute for Education and Research (MAIER). You can view the MPR story here. FMI on Early Start Maine, visit our webpages.

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70 Maine Family Partnership families gather at York’s Wild Kingdom

Maine families from across the state gathered at York’s Wild Kingdom for a day of fun and an opportunity to meet other families at MAIER’s Family Partnership Event on September 17th. See photos from the event and feedback from those attending below. For more photos and news about this event, visit our MFP events page.

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PD Series now available as Live Streaming and Archive Viewing!

MAIER offers professional development opportunities all across Maine, presented by national and state presenters/trainers. In addition to attending in person, we are thrilled to introduce two new viewing options for registered participants this year – Live Streaming and Archived Viewing! The cost for all options is the same low price of $30 per person/per viewing […]

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Free Autism Safety Training in Brewer!

Thursday October 13th from 6pm to 8:30 pm, the Brewer School Department, in partnership with the Brewer Police Department, will be offering a free safety training for those interested in learning to better understand the challenges of interacting with persons with ASD and to ensure safe outcomes in emergency situations. Matt Brown, Law Enforcement veteran […]

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