This is one of the most common beliefs about pregnancy… According to many people, there are more births on full moon nights. But is this really the case? We disentangle the true from the false with Dr. Thierry Harvey, obstetrician-gynecologist.
“It’s almost a full moon, you’re going to give birth!”
Indeed, pregnant women who are nearing the end of their pregnancy often hear this kind of statement. This belief according to which the full moon would have an influence on childbirth therefore implies that on full moon nights, births would be more numerous , thus promoting the arrival of the baby . For Dr. Thierry Harvey, obstetrician-gynecologist, this is not the case. The specialist explains to us where this belief comes from, and why many continue to believe in it, while many scientific studies have denied this theory.
Full moon and childbirth: where does this belief come from?
The misconception that the full moon influences childbirth is very common, and there are even some health professionals who believe it. It must be said that this belief is very old, and therefore well anchored in mentalities. But where does it come from? In many cultures and even in mythology, the moon is associated with fertility and female cycles . “Women have a 28-day menstrual cycle, and lunar cycles last 29 days. So some have seen a connection there,” Dr. Harvey explains. In addition, a full term pregnancy lasts 280 days, or 10 moons. For some, it could not be a coincidence. "The humans thought at one point that there had to bea link between the lunar phases and childbirth , or even with menstruation. Except that nothing has ever been proven, "said the obstetrician-gynecologist.
No, the full moon has no influence on childbirth!
The rumor that the full moon increases the number of childbirths is so widespread that researchers have repeatedly tried to determine if this really is the case. Several dozen studies have been carried out on the subject and, each time, the answer is the same: there are no more births on full moon nights than on other days . And if there isn’t more, then this belief is wrong.
Among the many studies on the subject, we can cite one, published in May 2005 in the Amercian Journal of Obstetrics and Gynecology . Researchers at the Mountain Area Health Education Center in North Carolina, United States, studied 564,039 births, which were not triggered, for five years, or sixty-two lunar cycles. Enough to have a lot of data and be able to draw serious statistics from it. They were able to observe that there were no more childbirths or pregnancy complications, such as miscarriage or pre-eclampsia , at the time of the full moon . Their conclusion is therefore as follows: "Analysis of five years of data did not showno predictable influence of the lunar cycle on childbirth or complications . As expected, this pervasive myth is not based on evidence.
To those who are still not convinced, we can answer that if the link between the full moon and childbirth were proven, the organization of childcare services in maternity hospitals would be done differently. "If this was really the case, it would be too easy! We would double the duty teams in hospitals on full moon days and, conversely, if there were moon phases during which there was less of births, we would reduce the teams at that time, " said the head of the maternity ward
Des marées hautes aux humeurs folles, la pleine lune est censée causer un certain nombre de choses.
À l’approche de la pleine lune, les femmes enceintes à terme du monde entier se préparent, espérons-le, à accoucher.
Un vieux conte d’épouses? Ou quelque chose de mystérieux dont nous entendons beaucoup parler, mais que nous ne comprenons pas encore.
Demandez à n’importe quelle accoucheuse, et il y a de fortes chances qu’elle vous dira que le nombre de naissances augmente chaque mois pendant la période de pleine lune.
On a longtemps pensé que la lune avait des effets physiques sur les êtres humains - en particulier les femmes. Le cycle menstruel, la conception et même la fertilité ont été étroitement liés aux cycles de la lune.
Les taux d’admission aux suicides, aux homicides et aux urgences augmentent tous au moment de la pleine lune.
Comment la pleine lune affecte-t-elle les accouchements ?
L’influence de la lune s’appelle l’effet lunaire. Il est largement admis que si une femme est à terme au moment où la lune est pleine, son attraction gravitationnelle peut influencer le moment où elle va accoucher,
Tout comme l’attraction de la lune affecte les eaux de la Terre, on pense qu’elle affecte le liquide amniotique dans l’utérus d’une femme enceinte.
Si le sac amniotique est sous pression, il peut se rompre et des contractions peuvent commencer.
De nombreuses sages-femmes et doula jureront qu’il y a une augmentation du nombre de naissances pendant la pleine lune. Il y a beaucoup d’histoires sur les maternités qui regorgent de femmes en travail à ce moment-là.
Mais il n’y a aucune preuve pour soutenir un tel phénomène.
Une étude dans les années 1950 a examiné une série de jours où il y avait des taux de natalité extrêmement élevés et a tenté de les relier aux pleines lunes, mais aucune corrélation n’a été trouvée.
Depuis, de nombreuses études ont cherché des liens entre la pleine lune et l’augmentation du nombre de naissances, sans trouver de corrélation.
Une étude réalisée en 2001 par l’astronome Daniel Caton a examiné 20 ans de données du National Center for Health Statistics, dont près de 70 millions de naissances aux États-Unis. Encore une fois, aucune corrélation n’a été trouvée entre la pleine lune et les naissances.
Alors pourquoi y croyons-nous?
Si le lien entre les pleines lunes et la naissance n’est pas là, pourquoi est-il si largement cru?
La seule réponse est que la croyance existe depuis très, très longtemps. De nombreuses cultures à travers le monde croient fermement au lien entre les cycles lunaires et la fertilité des femmes.
Le folklore a tendance à remonter à jamais et a la sonnerie de la vérité à ce sujet, simplement parce qu’il est cru depuis si longtemps.
La plupart d’entre nous ne penseraient pas à contester une «vérité» établie - surtout si des personnes «au courant», comme les sages-femmes et les ambulanciers paramédicaux, la soutiennent.
C’est ce qu’on appelle le biais cognitif, ce qui signifie ne remarquer que ce qui soutient une croyance et ignorer toute preuve du contraire.
Une sage-femme pourrait ne se souvenir que lorsque sa maternité était pleine pendant la pleine lune et ne pas se souvenir des autres pleines lunes lorsque la salle était normale ou vide.
Avec ou sans preuves, un mythe bien établi tel qu’une pleine lune qui déclenche le travail est inoffensif. Mais alors que la pleine lune pourrait ne pas accélérer l’arrivée de votre bébé, une tempête pourrait le faire.
Certaines preuves montrent que des changements de pression barométrique peuvent provoquer le début du travail. Donc, si la pleine lune vous échoue, une tempête imminente pourrait être la bonne chose. Dans tous les cas, votre bébé naîtra quand il sera prêt.
This calendar represents the coordinated efforts of the Maine prevention and health promotion programs listed above. Each has contributed items to promote resource sharing for professional development and to assist all programs with scheduling. The calendar is organized by date and by topic
Event Name:
Various online courses from CSAP
Sponsor:
SAMHSA/CSAP
Prevention Topic: other
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Start Date:
July 6, 2004
End Date:
July 6, 2005
Time:
Location:
online
Event Description:
The Substance Abuse and Mental Health Services administration, Center for Substance abuse Prevention offers the following Free, online courses for the general public and health professionals. Some CEU’s offered. The ABC’s of Bullying; Alcohol Abuse and Violence Against Women; Evaluation for the Unevaluated (basic course); Wading Through the Data Swamp (advanced); At Any Age It Does Matter: Substance Abuse and Older Adults; Alcohol, Medication, and Older Adults.
Who Should Attend:
The Substance Abuse and Mental Health Services administration, Center for Substance abuse Prevention offers the following Free, online courses for the general public and health professionals. Some CEU’s offered. The ABC’s of Bullying Alcohol Abuse and Violence Against Women Evaluation for the Unevaluated (basic course) Wading Through the Data Swamp (advanced) At Any Age It Does Matter: Substance Abuse and Older Adults Alcohol, Medication, and Older Adults.
Fee:
Registration Required?: yes
For More Information:
Contact: See website.
Phone:
Fax:
E-Mail:
Web Site: http://pathwayscourses.samhsa.gov/index.htm
Additional Information:
Event Name:
Schedule a Workshop on Youth Prescription Drug Abuse
Sponsor:
Project AWARE
Prevention Topic: Substance Abuse
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Start Date:
April 1, 2005
End Date:
December 1, 2005
Time:
Location:
To be arranged with facilitators
Event Description:
This is an opportunity to collaboratively develop a workshop to address youth prescription drug abuse and schedule it a time that meets the needs of your community. The workshops are co-facilitated by Katey Branch and Carl Lakari. Katey has over 20 years of experience practicing and teaching the healing and creative arts, using techniques such as movement, theatre games, creative expression exercises and interactive discussion. Her work includes facilitating “Theatre from the Ground Up,” for youth and conducting a creative expression workshop for girls called, “What’s Up.” Carl brings over 20 years of experience providing facilitation, consulting and program coordination services to community groups. He has specialized in substance abuse prevention and has facilitated numerous focus/process groups, classes, workshops and meetings, including forums on substance abuse, personal transformation workshops and creative movement groups. Carl and Katey recently co-facilitated “Powerful Play,” a highly interactive small-group workshop exploring masculine and feminine interactions and expressions. Workshops for parents and youth and “train the facilitator” workshops for youth and adults are also available.
Who Should Attend:
Who should attend will be decided collaboratively with facilitators as part of workshop planning.
Fee:
Registration Required?:
For More Information:
Contact: Carl Lakari
Phone: 207-282-5598
Fax:
E-Mail: clakari@maine.rr.com
Web Site: http://www.masap.org/site/project_aware.asp
Additional Information:
Event Name:
April is Alcohol Awareness Month
Sponsor:
Prevention Topic: Substance Abuse
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Start Date:
April 1, 2005
End Date:
April 30, 2005
Time:
Location:
Event Description:
For more information on Alcohol Awareness Month activities, click on the website below
Who Should Attend:
Fee:
Registration Required?:
For More Information:
Contact:
Phone:
Fax:
E-Mail:
Web Site: http://www.ncadd.org/programs/awareness/aamk2005.html
Additional Information:
Event Name:
National Public Health Week: Empowering Americans to Live Stronger, Longer.
Sponsor:
Prevention Topic:
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Start Date:
April 4, 2005
End Date:
April 10, 2005
Time:
Location:
Event Description:
See the website below for more information.
Who Should Attend:
Fee:
Registration Required?:
For More Information:
Contact:
Phone:
Fax:
E-Mail:
Web Site: http://www.apha.org
Additional Information:
Event Name:
Stepping Up to Supervision
Sponsor:
Maine Association of Nonprofits
Prevention Topic: Organizational Development
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Start Date:
April 5, 2005
End Date:
Time:
9:00 AM-3:00 PM
Location:
REM Center, Waterille, ME
Event Description:
This SkillBuilder will include: 6 core skills needed for effective leadership; The difference between a highly effective leader and a less effective one; Common mistakes leaders make; Suggestions on how to use situational leadership; Strategies for making the transition into management. Presented by Liz Ashe.
Who Should Attend:
For those who want to learn new skills to help in every supervisory situation.
Fee:
Full day workshop, Member $75, Nonmember $125
Registration Required?: Yes
For More Information:
Contact: See website for registration form.
Phone:
Fax:
E-Mail:
Web Site: http://www.nonprofitmaine.org
Additional Information: Course ID: PM-22
Event Name:
Productive and Effective Performance Evaluations
Sponsor:
Maine Association of Nonprofits
Prevention Topic: Organizational Development/Management Skills
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Start Date:
April 6, 2005
End Date:
Time:
9:00 AM-12:00 PM
Location:
St. Mary’s Hospital, Lewiston, ME
Event Description:
This Skill Builder will include: Practical steps for resolving job performance problems; Examples of effective and ineffective ways to give feedback and coach employees; When and how to use formal documentation; How performance evaluations can provide a structure for communications between employees and management. Presented by Lynn Breckinridge.
Who Should Attend:
For Executive Directors, Supervisors, Managers
Fee:
Member $45; Nonmember $75
Registration Required?: yes
For More Information:
Contact: Maine Association of Nonprofits
Phone:
Fax:
E-Mail: MANP@nonprofitmaine.org
Web Site: http://www.nonprofitmaine.org
Additional Information: Course ID PM-21. Register at www.nonprofitmaine.org
Event Name:
HMP Statewide Training
Sponsor:
Healthy Maine Partnerships, Bureau of Health, Department of Education
Prevention Topic: HMP
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Start Date:
April 6, 2005
End Date:
Time:
8:00 AM-3:00 AM
Location:
Bangor Sepctacular Event Center
Event Description:
This is a required training for the Healthy Maine Partnerships and their invited guests.
Who Should Attend:
Healthy Maine Partnership Grantees
Fee:
Registration Required?: Yes
For More Information:
Contact: Anne Rogers
Phone: 287-8417
Fax: 287-4636
E-Mail: anne.l.rogers@maine.gov
Web Site:
Additional Information: Register with Laurief@mcd.org
Event Name:
No Child Left Behind Regional Administrative Meetings - 2005-06 Application Process
Sponsor:
Maine Department of Education
Prevention Topic: Education
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Start Date:
April 6, 2005
End Date:
Time:
8:00 AM-12:30 PM
Location:
University of Maine at Presque Isle, Presque Isle, ME
Event Description:
Who Should Attend:
Fee:
Registration Required?: yes
For More Information:
Contact: Brenda Beaulieu
Phone:
Fax:
E-Mail: brenda.beaulieu@maine.gov
Web Site: http://www.mainesdfsca.org/nclbregmeetings0506.doc
Additional Information:
Event Name:
Introduction to Grant Writing: Portland
Sponsor:
Maine Association of Nonprofits
Prevention Topic: Grant Writing
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Start Date:
April 7, 2005
End Date:
Time:
9:00 AM-3:00 PM
Location:
USM, Glickman Library, Portland, ME
Event Description:
This full-day seminar will help you learn tips, techniques and insights that will increase your success at grant writing. It will guide participants through the most common components of a formal grant proposal. Presented by David Steven Rappaport.
Who Should Attend:
Recommended for individuals with little or no grant writing experience.
Fee:
$75 for MANP members, $125 for non-members, lunch provided
Registration Required?: Yes
For More Information:
Contact: Maine Association of Nonprofits
Phone:
Fax:
E-Mail: http://nonprofitmaine.org
Web Site: http://nonprofitmaine.org
Additional Information: Course ID: MPC-08. See web site to register.
Event Name:
Youth Suicide Prevention Training of Trainers
Sponsor:
Maine Youth Suicide Prevention Program
Prevention Topic: Youth Suicide Prevention
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Start Date:
April 7, 2005
End Date:
Time:
8:45 AM-1:00 PM
Location:
Medical Care Development, Augusta, ME
Event Description:
Participants will be able to name the important components of a basic suicide prevention awareness session, define the 3 basic steps to a suicide intervention and organize and present a 1-2 hour suicide prevention awareness session.
Who Should Attend:
For any individual who has attended a full-day gatekeeper training and is willing to assume the responsibility of helping to educate others. It is best to attend with at least one other Gatekeeper who will be your training partner.
Fee:
Free
Registration Required?: Yes
For More Information:
Contact: Laurie
Phone: 207-622-7566 x202
Fax:
E-Mail:
Web Site: http://www.mcd.org/domestic/training.htm
Additional Information: register online at https://www.mcd.org/registration/myspp.asp
Event Name:
Capitol Forum, Choices
Sponsor:
KIDS Consortium
Prevention Topic: Civic Education
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Start Date:
April 8, 2005
End Date:
Time:
Location:
State Capitol, Augusta, ME
Event Description:
The Capitol Forum on America’s Future is a civic education initiative of the Choices for the 21st Century Education Project at Brown University. KIDS Consortium will host the first Capitol Forum on America’s Future in Maine. HS students will come together for a whole day to participate in deliberation with each other, and with public policy makers and legislators on what role the US should play in an ever-changing world.
Who Should Attend:
For high school students from around Maine to meet with public policy makers and legislators.
Fee:
Registration Required?:
For More Information:
Contact:
Phone:
Fax:
E-Mail:
Web Site: http://www.kidsconsortium.org
Additional Information: See website for more information.
Event Name:
Parenting Matters Conference
Sponsor:
Advocates for Children
Prevention Topic: Parenting
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Start Date:
April 9, 2005
End Date:
Time:
8:30 AM-3:30 PM
Location:
Central Maine Community College, Auburn, ME
Event Description:
Dr. Will Wilkoff will share his observations on the societal trends that have left many parents feeling stretched beyond their limits. Choose 3 out of 30 workshops to attend, including Active Parenting of Teens, Understanding ADHD, Guerilla Budgeting, Bully-Proofing Your Child, The Blended Family…
Who Should Attend:
For those interested in learning how to make our schedules more child and parent friendly.
Fee:
$30 per person or $50 for Two.
Registration Required?: YES
For More Information:
Contact:
Phone: 207-783-3990
Fax:
E-Mail:
Web Site:
Additional Information: Call above number for a registration flyer.
Event Name:
No Child Left Behind Regional Administrative Meetings: 2005-06 Application Process
Sponsor:
Maine Department of Education
Prevention Topic: Education
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Start Date:
April 11, 2005
End Date:
Time:
8:00 AM-12:30 PM
Location:
Saco Holiday Express Inn, Saco
Event Description:
Who Should Attend:
Fee:
Registration Required?: yes
For More Information:
Contact: Brenda Beaulieu
Phone:
Fax:
E-Mail: brenda.beaulieu@maine.gov
Web Site: http://www.mainesdfsca.org/nclbregmeetings0506.doc
Additional Information:
Event Name:
Demystifying Marketing
Sponsor:
Maine Association of Nonprofits
Prevention Topic: Marketing
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Start Date:
April 13, 2005
End Date:
Time:
9:00 AM-3:00 PM
Location:
University of Maine, Augusta, ME
Event Description:
This SkillBuilder will provide a definition of marketing for nonprofits; The importance of clear marketing goals and how to set them; The value of building a brand; The “6 P’s of Marketing”; How to develop a marketing plan that promotes your organization and gets results. Presented by Gary Stern.
Who Should Attend:
For executive Directors and other staff and volunteers involved with marketing or public relations
Fee:
$75 for Members; $125 for Non-members
Registration Required?: Yes
For More Information:
Contact: See website for registration form.
Phone:
Fax:
E-Mail:
Web Site: http://www.nonprofitmaine.org
Additional Information: Course ID: PR-22
Event Name:
Using Excel as a Financial Management Tool
Sponsor:
Maine Association of Nonprofits
Prevention Topic: Financial Managaement
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Start Date:
April 14, 2005
End Date:
Time:
9:00 AM-12:00 PM
Location:
Vision Care Center, Bangor, ME
Event Description:
This SkillBuilder will include: Tips for tracking budget vs. financial performance; Ways to handle uncertainty in fundraising and to plan for different scenarios; Ways to use Excel to help you set fundraising and performance targets; Ways to link different kinds of information in ways that reflect your reality.
Who Should Attend:
Learn how you can become a pro at managing your organization’s finances without investing in expensive software.
Fee:
Member $45, Non-member $75
Registration Required?: Yes
For More Information:
Contact: See website for registration form.
Phone:
Fax:
E-Mail:
Web Site: http://www.nonprofitmaine.org
Additional Information: Course ID: FM-19
Event Name:
Maine Youth Anti-Tobacco Summit
Sponsor:
Maine Youth Action Network
Prevention Topic: Tobacco Prevention
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Start Date:
April 14, 2005
End Date:
April 15, 2005
Time:
Location:
Bangor Banquet and Conference Center, Bangor, ME
Event Description:
This FREE event brings together youth from all over Maine to join in the fight agains tobacco. Learn, brainstorm and take action!
Who Should Attend:
For youth in grades 8-12 and their adult supporters.
Fee:
Free
Registration Required?: YES
For More Information:
Contact: Catherine Perreault
Phone: 207-874-0060 x 204
Fax:
E-Mail: cmp@propeople.org
Web Site: http://www.myan.org
Additional Information: Register before April 1, 2005.
Event Name:
Intermediate Grant Writing
Sponsor:
Maine Association of Nonprofits
Prevention Topic: Grant Writing
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Start Date:
April 15, 2005
End Date:
Time:
9:00 AM-3:00 PM
Location:
Maple Hill Farm, Hallowell, ME
Event Description:
You will review grant proposals and make simulated funding decisions. This unique opportunity to be on the other side of the process will strengthen your awareness of what makes proposals succeed or fail. Presented by David Steven Rappaport.
Who Should Attend:
For anyone interested in improving their grant writing skills through the grant making decision process
Fee:
$75 for MANP members; $125 for non-members
Registration Required?: Yes
For More Information:
Contact: See website to register.
Phone:
Fax:
E-Mail:
Web Site: http://nonprofitmaine.org
Additional Information: Course ID: MPC-09
Event Name:
Exploring the Relationship Between Fathers and Children
Sponsor:
Waldo County Preschool and Family Services
Prevention Topic: Parenting
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Start Date:
April 15, 2005
End Date:
Time:
9:00 AM-4:00 PM
Location:
University of Maine Hutchinson Center, Belfast, Maine
Event Description:
The connection between children and fathers is different, but equal in importance to the relationship between children and their mothers. This workshop will present a discussion of the role of fathers, in the biological, emotional, intellectual and spriritual development of their children and explore how to engage men in the responsibility of fathering. The presentor is Stephen R. Andrew, LCSW, LADC, a consultant/trainer with a recovery-focused practice in Portland. He is the Chief Energizing Officer at the Health Education and Training Institute and the creator of a series of audio-tapes on being in healthy relationships.
Who Should Attend:
Fee:
$75; includes breakfast and a light catered lunch
Registration Required?: Yes
For More Information:
Contact: Patrick Walsh
Phone: 338-2200 Ext 109
Fax:
E-Mail: pwalsh@wcpfs.org
Web Site: http://www.wcpfs.org
Additional Information:
Event Name:
No Child Left Behind Regional Administrative Meetings: 2005-06 Application Process
Sponsor:
Maine Department of Education
Prevention Topic: Education
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Start Date:
April 15, 2005
End Date:
Time:
8:00 AM-12:30 PM
Location:
Ramada Inn, Lewiston
Event Description:
Who Should Attend:
Fee:
Registration Required?: yes
For More Information:
Contact: Brenda Beaulieu
Phone:
Fax:
E-Mail: brenda.beaulieu@maine.gov
Web Site: http://www.mainesdfsca.org/nclbregmeetings0506.doc
Additional Information:
Event Name:
Youth Activism Gathering
Sponsor:
Maine Indy Media
Prevention Topic: Youth Activism
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Start Date:
April 18, 2005
End Date:
April 20, 2005
Time:
Location:
Omni Learning Camp, Poland Spring, ME
Event Description:
Meet active youth from around the state; have a voice in our communities; share skills and information to empower ourselves.
Who Should Attend:
For people of all ages, although past participants have been mostly teens.
Fee:
$20
Registration Required?: Yes
For More Information:
Contact: Sky Hall
Phone: 207-233-6213
Fax:
E-Mail: sky@maineindymedia.org
Web Site: http://www.maineindymedia.org
Additional Information:
Event Name:
No Child Left Behind Regional Administrative Meetings: 2005-06 Application Process
Sponsor:
Maine Department of Education
Prevention Topic: Education
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Start Date:
April 25, 2005
End Date:
Time:
8:00 AM-12:30 PM
Location:
Governor’s Restaurant, Waterville
Event Description:
Who Should Attend:
Fee:
Registration Required?: yes
For More Information:
Contact: Brenda Beaulieu
Phone:
Fax:
E-Mail: brenda.beaulieu@maine.gov
Web Site: http://www.mainesdfsca.org/nclbregmeetings0506.doc
Additional Information:
Event Name:
Using QuickBooks Effectively
Sponsor:
Maine Association of Non-Profits
Prevention Topic: Financial Management
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Start Date:
April 26, 2005
End Date:
Time:
9:00 AM-3:00 PM
Location:
Burgess Computer, Bath, ME
Event Description:
This skillbuilder will include: Hands-on computer time; How to set up program preferences and options; Methods to define and customize the chart of accounts; Steps for setting up classes, sales tax and employee records. Presented by Tim Floyd.
Who Should Attend:
For those who have not yet started to use QuickBooks.
Fee:
$75 Members; $125 Nonmembers
Registration Required?: Yes
For More Information:
Contact:
Phone:
Fax:
E-Mail:
Web Site: http://www.nonprofitmaine.org
Additional Information: See Website to register. Course ID is FM-20
Event Name:
Nutrition, Food and Physical Activity Symposium
Sponsor:
The University of Maine Cooperative Extension Service
Prevention Topic: Health
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Start Date:
April 27, 2005
End Date:
Time:
8:00 AM-3:30 PM
Location:
Well Common, University of Maine, Orono, ME
Event Description:
Symposium will examine research and programs in all areas of community nutrition, physical activity and food safety and will highlight innovative work that will help Maine lead the way towards promotion of lifestyles to improve wellness and reduce the risk of chronic disease.
Who Should Attend:
For individuals interested in improving health through nutrition and physical activity
Fee:
$25
Registration Required?: YES
For More Information:
Contact: Nannette Marcinkowski
Phone: 207-780-4205
Fax:
E-Mail:
Web Site: http://www.umaine.edu/locator
Additional Information: Register by April 8, 2005.
Event Name:
Nutrition, Food, Physical Activity Symposium
Sponsor:
University of Maine, Cooperative Extension
Prevention Topic: Nutrition, Physical Activity and Food Safety
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Start Date:
April 27, 2005
End Date:
Time:
8:00 AM-3:30 AM
Location:
Orono, Wells Conference Center
Event Description:
Examines research and programs in all areas of community nutrition, physical activity and food safety related to improving the health and well-being of Maine people and reducing the incidence of obesity.
Highlight innovative work that will help Maine lead the way towards promotion of lifestyles to improve wellness and reduce the risk of chronic disease.
Who Should Attend:
For all interested community food and nutrition colleagues and students
Fee:
Registration Required?: yes
For More Information:
Contact: Kathy Savoie
Phone: 207-780-4205 (portland) or 1-800-287-1471
Fax: 207-780-4382
E-Mail: ksavoie@umext.maine.edu
Web Site: http://www.umext.maine.edu/NutriSymp/default.htm
Additional Information:
Event Name:
Facilitator Training on “Coping with Work and Family Stress”
Sponsor:
The Consultation Center of Yale University
Prevention Topic: Stress Management
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Start Date:
April 28, 2005
End Date:
April 29, 2005
Time:
8:30 AM-4:00 PM
Location:
The Consultation Center, New Haven, CT
Event Description:
This program is a comprehensive group intervention specifically designed to prevent stress-related problems among workers. Sessions are grouped under 6 major components: Stress Model and Multiple Roles, Problem Solving and Utilization of Social Support, Effective Communication, Cognitive Restructuring and Self-Monitoring, Approaches to Stress Management, and Developing an Individual Stress Management Plan.
Who Should Attend:
This intensive training is designed for HR, EAP and other Human Service Professionals wishing to learn to implement this preventive intervention in the workplace and other settings.
Fee:
$325 plus $100 for a full copy of the curriculum. Total cost only $400 if you register by March 31st.
Registration Required?: YES
For More Information:
Contact: Susan Zimmerman
Phone: 203-789-7645
Fax:
E-Mail: susan.zimmerman@yale.edu
Web Site: http://www.theconsultationcenter.org/WFS.htm
Additional Information: See above website for registration form.
Event Name:
No Child Left Behind Regional Administrative Meetings: 2005-06 Application Process
Sponsor:
Maine Department of Education
Prevention Topic: Education
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Start Date:
April 29, 2005
End Date:
Time:
8:00 AM-12:30 PM
Location:
Lucerne Inn, Dedham
Event Description:
Who Should Attend:
Fee:
Registration Required?: yes
For More Information:
Contact: Brenda Beaulieu
Phone:
Fax:
E-Mail: brenda.beaulieu@maine.gov
Web Site: http://www.mainesdfsca.org/nclbregmeetings0506.doc
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Event Name:
Making the Most of the Media
Sponsor:
Maine Association of Nonprofits
Prevention Topic: Media
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Start Date:
May 3, 2005
End Date:
Time:
9:00 AM-3:00 PM
Location:
Laudholm Trust, Wells, ME
Event Description:
This SkillBuilder will include: Methods to identify and contact the media outlets that are ideal for your organization; Ways in which you can increase your chanced of “getting picked up” by the media; The do’s and don’ts of working with the media; How you can be an effective spokesperson for your organization. Presented by Jennifer Hutchins and Michaela Cavallaro.
Who Should Attend:
Come to this skillbuilder to learn how working strategically with the media can be one of the most cost effective ways to get your message out to the community.
Fee:
$75 for Members; $125 for Non-members
Registration Required?: Yes
For More Information:
Contact: See website for registration form.
Phone:
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Web Site: http://www.nonprofitmaine.org
Additional Information: Course ID: PR-23
Event Name:
Resiliency Training of Trainers
Sponsor:
Strengths in Focus and Resiliency in Action.
Prevention Topic: Youth Development
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Start Date:
May 4, 2005
End Date:
May 6, 2005
Time:
8:00 AM-4:00 PM
Location:
Center for Cultural Exchange, Portland, ME
Event Description:
Training will teach you to train others, include a detailed overview of the resiliency research, provide an extensive review of best practices, explore the connection between increasing resiliency and increasing academic success. Presenters are Nan Henderson and Chris Trout.
Who Should Attend:
For individuals interested in helping young people thrive.
Fee:
Online tuition is $315 for 2 days, $75 for 3rd day or $365 for all 3 days.
Registration Required?: Yes
For More Information:
Contact: Chris Trout
Phone: 207-767-2024
Fax:
E-Mail: ctrout01@maine.rr.com
Web Site: http://www.strengthsinfocus.com
Additional Information: See website for registration form.
Event Name:
The Effective Board: Developing Your Action Plan
Sponsor:
Maine Association of Nonprofits
Prevention Topic: Organizational Development
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Start Date:
May 5, 2005
End Date:
Time:
9:00 AM-3:00 PM
Location:
REM Center, Waterville, ME
Event Description:
Learn practical tips for making the relationship between the Executive Director and the Board Chair rewarding and fruitful. This SkillBuilder will include: An assessment tool for sizing up your organization’s “life stage”; Strategies for sorting through the reams of advice to find what works for you; Steps towards building an action plan for your board; Time for hands-on development of your own action plan; A board self-assessment “Conversation Guide”. Presented by Gary Stern.
Who Should Attend:
Attendance by both board and staff leaders is strongly encouraged for maximum benefit.
Fee:
Full-day Workshop; Member $75, Nonmember $125, Lunch Provided
Registration Required?: Yes
For More Information:
Contact: See website for registration form.
Phone:
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Web Site: http://www.nonprofitmaine.org
Additional Information: Course ID: BD-07
Event Name:
Youth Suicide Prevention Training of Trainers
Sponsor:
Maine Youth Suicide Prevention Program
Prevention Topic: Youth Suicide Prevention
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Start Date:
May 5, 2005
End Date:
Time:
8:45 AM-1:00 PM
Location:
Medical Care Development, Augusta, ME
Event Description:
Participants will be able to name the important components of a basic suicide prevention awareness session, define the 3 basic steps to a suicide intervention and organize and present a 1-2 hour suicide prevention awareness session.
Who Should Attend:
For any individual who has attended a full-day gatekeeper training and is willing to assume the responsibility of helping to educate others. It is best to attend with at least one other Gatekeeper who will be your training partner.
Fee:
Free
Registration Required?: Yes
For More Information:
Contact: Laurie
Phone: 207-622-7566 x202
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Web Site: http://www.mcd.org/domestic/training.htm
Additional Information: register online at https://www.mcd.org/registration/myspp.asp
Event Name:
Boys to Men Annual Conference: Eliminating Racism
Sponsor:
Boys to Men
Prevention Topic: disparities
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Start Date:
May 6, 2005
End Date:
Time:
7:45 AM-3:00 AM
Location:
USM Portland Campus
Event Description:
Each year, Boys to Men has shown boys that there are varying paths to being a man, and raised critically important issues that no one else is addressing, like our first year’s conference that looked at how the media depicts males, or our second conference that explored a boy’s often rocky transition to manhood. Our third conference delved into the crucial relationship between fathers and sons and our forth conference tackled head-on unhealthy relationships, dating violence and sexual assault.
The Boys to Men conference is not just about substantive and meaningful content. Mixed with the keynotes and discussion groups are more than 40 workshops. While some of those workshops deal with such issues of parenting, dating, depression, or bullying, many others are designed to allow boys and men to just have fun. Want to learn to fix a bike, or try your hand at fly tying? Want to do some acting, cartooning, hip-hop, or rap? At Boys to Men, there are all sorts of options for boys and men to do things they enjoy, and hopefully, even try some things that are new.
Who Should Attend:
For middle and high school boys, their fathers and adult mentors.
Fee:
Registration Required?: yes
For More Information:
Contact: Layne Gregory
Phone: 774-9994
Fax: 772-1166
E-Mail: boystomen@maine.rr.com
Web Site: www.boystomen.info
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Event Name:
Hall of Flags Service-learning Celebration and Project Citizen Celebration
Sponsor:
KIDS Consortium
Prevention Topic: Service-learning and Public Policy
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Start Date:
May 6, 2005
End Date:
Time:
Location:
Hall of Flags, Capitol Building, Augusta, ME
Event Description:
5th Annual Hall of Flags Celebration with project displays to celebrate student work; KIDS Service-learning awards. Plus 2nd annual Maine Project Citizen Showcase to celebrate student work designed to influence public policy related to issues selected by the students.
Who Should Attend:
For interested citizens.
Fee:
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Contact:
Phone:
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Web Site: http://www.kidsconsortium.org
Additional Information: See website for more information.
Event Name:
Nonprofit Accountability: Legal Standards and Reporting Requirements
Sponsor:
Maine Association of Non-Profits
Prevention Topic: Legal Issues
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Start Date:
May 10, 2005
End Date:
Time:
8:30 AM-12:30 PM
Location:
Iris Network, Portland, ME
Event Description:
This skillbuilder will include: Information on evolving standards for public accountability; Knowledge of new state and federal rules and regulations; Assistance in learning where you are on the routine-to-adventurous risk spectrum; How to protect proprietary or confidential information. Presented by Constance Bingham, Janet McCan, James Phipps.
Who Should Attend:
For people interested in learning more about nonprofit accountability
Fee:
Half-day Workshop; Member $45, Nonmember$75
Registration Required?: Yes
For More Information:
Contact: See website to register.
Phone:
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Web Site: http://www.nonprofitmaine.org
Additional Information: Course ID: OM-39
Event Name:
Cultivating Major Gifts
Sponsor:
Maine Association of Nonprofits
Prevention Topic: Fund Raising
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Start Date:
May 12, 2005
End Date:
Time:
9:00 AM-12:00 PM
Location:
Vision Care Center, Bangor, ME
Event Description:
This session will include strategies for identifying potential major donors; methods for effectively involving staff and volunteers in cultivating major donors; strategies for refocusing organizational fundraising efforts in a more cost-effective manner; and advice from a panel of fundraising professionals with their own major gifts programs. Presented by Gary Friedmann.
Who Should Attend:
For development staff, executive staff, board members, volunteers, or anyone involved with the fundraising efforts of a nonprofit organization
Fee:
$45 Member; $75 Nonmember
Registration Required?: Yes
For More Information:
Contact: See web page for registration form.
Phone:
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Web Site: http://www.nonprofitmaine.org
Additional Information: Course ID: FD-22
Event Name:
Performance Measurement in Public Organizations
Sponsor:
Muskie School of Public Service
Prevention Topic: Performance Measurement
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Start Date:
May 16, 2005
End Date:
July 1, 2005
Time:
4:00 PM-6:45 PM
Location:
USM 522A Law Building, Portland, ME and USM/Muskie School offices, Augusta, ME
Event Description:
This course is offered via two-way videoconferencing.
Who Should Attend:
Introduction to performance measurement and its application in government and non-profit settings.
Fee:
Registration Required?: YES
For More Information:
Contact: Michel Lahti
Phone: 207-626-5274
Fax:
E-Mail: michel.lahti@maine.gov
Web Site:
Additional Information: Course meets on Mondays and Wednesday
Event Name:
Consensus Decision Making
Sponsor:
Maine Association of Nonprofits
Prevention Topic: Organizational Development
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Start Date:
May 17, 2005
End Date:
Time:
9:00 AM-12:00 PM
Location:
Augusta Career Center, Augusta, ME
Event Description:
This SkillBuilder will include: Practical tips for making consensus work; Grounding in consensus theory; Practices that support group efficiency; Practical experience using consensus decision making. Presented by Craig Freshley.
Who Should Attend:
For those who want to learn the fundamental principles and specific approaches to help your group avoid frustration and make great consensus decisions together
Fee:
$45 Members; $75 Nonmembers
Registration Required?: Yes
For More Information:
Contact: See website for registration form.
Phone:
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Web Site: http://www.nonprofitmaine.org
Additional Information: Course ID: OM-37
Event Name:
The Depressed & Anxious Child
Sponsor:
University of New England
Prevention Topic: Child Health
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Start Date:
May 18, 2005
End Date:
Time:
8:00 AM-4:00 PM
Location:
Westbrook College Campus, Westbrook Maine
Event Description:
Keynote speaker is Dr. James D. Sutton. The conference will allow participants to gain confidence in quickly and accurately assessing depression and anxiety in children and adolescents; the ability to immediately implement step-by-step models and processes; the opportunity to watch youngsters recover.
Who Should Attend:
For educators, administrators, counselors and health care professionals who work with depressed and anxious youngsters
Fee:
$125 includes materials, refreshments and lunch
Registration Required?: Yes
For More Information:
Contact:
Phone: 207-797-7688 x 4412
Fax: 207-878-4891
E-Mail: See webite at http://www.une.edu/oce/workshops.html
Web Site: http://www.une.edu/oce/workshops.html
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Event Name:
Maine Occupational Safety and Health Research Symposium.
Sponsor:
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Start Date:
May 25, 2005
End Date:
May 26, 2005
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Location:
Biddeford, ME UNE campus
Event Description:
Focus on occupational safety and health issues of special populations.
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Fee:
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Contact:
Phone: 207-283-0170x2589
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Event Name:
Training with John McKnight
Sponsor:
Maine Network of Healthy Communities
Prevention Topic: Community Mobilization
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Start Date:
May 25, 2005
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Location:
Alamoosook Lodge, Orland, ME (near Bucksport)
Event Description:
John McKnight is Director of Community Studies for the Institute for Policy Research at Northwestern Uiversity. He has conducted research and written in the fields of community development, neighborhood policy, social service delivery systems, health policy and institutional racism.
Who Should Attend:
Focused on neighborhood revitalization. SAVE THE DATE!
Fee:
TBD
Registration Required?:
For More Information:
Contact: Denise Delorie
Phone: 207-453-9895
Fax:
E-Mail: ddelorie@adelphia.net
Web Site:
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Event Name:
Reconnecting Youth Summer Institute
Sponsor:
Office of Substance Abuse. Hosted by Portland Public Schools
Prevention Topic: Substance Abuse Prevention for Youth
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Start Date:
June 20, 2005
End Date:
June 23, 2005
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Location:
Portland, ME
Event Description:
Reconnecting Youth is a program that has been shown to increase school attendance and grade point average and to decrease hard drug use and anger and aggression problems in high risk youth. More information about Reconnecting Youth can be found at http://www.modelprograms.samhsa.gov/pdfs/FactSheets/Reconnecting.pdf.
Who Should Attend:
For those planning to implement this program
Fee:
$400 for in-state participants. $800 for out-of-state participants
Registration Required?: Yes
For More Information:
Contact: Lee Anne Dodge
Phone: 207-287-8918
Fax:
E-Mail: leeanne.dodge@maine.gov
Web Site: http://www.maine.gov/dhhs/bds/osa/prevention/ry.htm
Additional Information: Register at website above.Non-refundable deposit of $100 is due at registration, payable to Treasurer - State of Maine. Remainder due by June 20th.
Event Name:
KIDS Consortium Service-Learning Conference
Sponsor:
KIDS Consortium
Prevention Topic: Service-Learning
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Start Date:
June 27, 2005
End Date:
July 1, 2005
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Location:
Sunday River Resort, Bethel, ME
Event Description:
Join KIDS Consortium and participants from around New England at a conference packed with speakers, hands-on workshops, and networking - focused on raising the next generation of active, engaged citizens!
Who Should Attend:
For educators, students and community organizations.
Fee:
2 day conf. = $150 entire conf. or $50 each day. 3 day conf. =
Registration Required?: Yes
For More Information:
Contact:
Phone: 207-784-0956
Fax: 207-784-6733
E-Mail: kap@kidsconsortium.org
Web Site: http://www.kidsconsortium.org
Additional Information: 2 Day Conference, 6/27&28, 3 Day Conference for Educators, 6/29-7/1
Event Name:
Classroom - Community Preparing a New Generation of Active Citizens
Sponsor:
Kids Consortium
Prevention Topic: Citizenship
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Start Date:
June 27, 2005
End Date:
June 28, 2005
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Location:
Sunday River, Newry (Bethel), ME
Event Description:
You are invited to join a group of the most exciting speakers and practitioners in the country on the subject of inspiring youth to be active and engaged citizens.
Conference highlights will be presentations by Robert D. Putnam, whose best-seller Bowling Alone has created a national dialogue on renewing civic spirit, and Bonnie Benard, a national leader in the field of prevention and resilience/youth development.
Who Should Attend:
This conference is for you IF…
you are an educator open to new ideas and opportunities to create meaningful partnerships between your students and their community.
you work in a nonprofit organization and are looking for ways to engage youth in your mission and programs.
you are an education administrator or a local school board member seeking leadership strategies and policies that integrate authentic community learning experiences for students with curriculum.
you are a local or state government participant who would like to bring the energy, insights, and skills of young people into the public forum.
you are an interested citizen concerned with enlivening and enriching the public life of your state and community.
Fee:
$150 before May 15th; $175 after. $50 for students. Reduced fees for portions of conference.
Registration Required?: YES
For More Information:
Contact:
Phone: 207-784-6733
Fax:
E-Mail: kap@kidsconsortium.org
Web Site: http://www.kidsconsortium.org/conf_info.html
Additional Information: Registration forms are available at http://www.kidsconsortium.org/conf_reginfo.html
Event Name:
KIDS as Planners: Summer Service-Learning Institute for Educators
Sponsor:
KIDS Consortium
Prevention Topic: Service-Learning
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Start Date:
June 27, 2005
End Date:
July 1, 2005
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Location:
Sunday River, Newry (Bethel), ME
Event Description:
Based on the award winning KIDS as Planners service-learning model, discover the steps in creating a quality service-learning experience in partnership with students and community organizations. This Institute will be an interactive, collaborative learning experience, with experienced practitioners sharing their creativity and expertise. Institute participants will develop project ideas integrated with curriculum requirements and assessment models, and practice strategies to build a collaborative environment in the classroom and help students reflect on and celebrate their work.
Who Should Attend:
The Institute is appropriate for educators new to service-learning as well as experienced service-learning practitioners who wish to expand their “toolbox” and reinvigorate their practice.
Fee:
$450 for 5 days; $325 for 3 days
Registration Required?: YES
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Contact:
Phone:
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Web Site: http://www.kidsconsortium.org/conf_slinstitute.html
Additional Information: See registration form on above website.
Event Name:
5th Annual New England School of Prevention Studies
Sponsor:
This event is a collaborative effort of the New England and New York state substance abuse agencies, CSAP’s Northeast CAPT and several other organizations. We invite you to join us for intensive and stimulating studies and networking.
Prevention Topic: Prevention
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Start Date:
July 25, 2005
End Date:
July 28, 2005
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Location:
Roger Williams University, Bristol, RI
Event Description:
The program is a combination of major presentations and intensive courses. Courses provide skill-based training in research-based prevention programming for the prevention practitioner or administrator. Complete course lists and descriptions will be available in the catalog.
Who Should Attend:
TARGET AUDIENCE The school is designed for: Prevention Practitioners Community Task Force Coordinators Student Assistance Professionals Safe and Drug Free Schools Personnnel State Agency Prevention Staff Program Managers and Administrators Volunteers and Task Force Members Residence Service Coordinators Others who deliver prevention services or wish to learn more about prevention
Fee:
TBA
Registration Required?: Yes
For More Information:
Contact: TBA
Phone: TBA
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Web Site: http://www.neias.org/PSS/SATPvCATcover05x.html
Additional Information: See website above for additional information
Event Name:
Building Alliances for Healthy Aging, 3rd Annual Summit.
Sponsor:
MNN, BEAS/BOH DHHS, AAA, UME-Coop Ext., Partnership for Healthy Aging.
Prevention Topic: elders
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Start Date:
September 22, 2005
End Date:
Time:
8:00 AM-
Location:
Augusta Civic Center
Event Description:
TBA
Who Should Attend:
For community and public health professionals and those working with older populations in Maine
Fee:
TBA
Registration Required?: yes
For More Information:
Contact: Claudia Burmeister
Phone: 207-626-5200
Fax: 626-5210
E-Mail:
Web Site: www.maine.gov/dhhs/beas
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MORE REASONS FOR HOPE . . . SAVE THE DATE
Sponsor:
Communities for Children and Youth
Prevention Topic:
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Start Date:
October 19, 2005
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Location:
Augusta Civic Center
Event Description:
MORE INFORMATION WILL BE AVAILABLE SOON!
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Fee:
Registration Required?: Yes
For More Information:
Contact:
Phone:
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Web Site: www.communitiesforchildren.org
Additional Information: PLEASE SAVE THE DATE!