Lois Alderson

Parent, Advocate, Retired Educator

[Lois Alderson @aldersonwig]

@TeriRubinoff Enjoy the ride@TeriRubinoff!

[Bell Let's Talk @Bell_LetsTalk]

Today, every view of this video helps create positive change. All you need to do is watch it and Bell will donate 5¢ more to Canadian mental health initiatives. Retweet to help spread the word! #BellLetsTalk

[Lois Alderson @aldersonwig]

My Teenage Life Being Black In Canada https://t.co/24RYRPl1Su via @YouTube A very powerful message from an impressive young man!

[Lois Alderson @aldersonwig]

Keeping Terry’s dream alive! #TerryFoxRun @Wigglyass @wigler02 @13kalderson

[Lois Alderson @aldersonwig]

Terry Fox said, “I want to set an example that will never be forgotten!” 40 years of Hope—Terry’s example has not been forgotten. Thank you Terry for your legacy of hope and courage! @TerryFoxCanada @wigler02 @13kalderson @Wigglyass #terryfoxrun2020 #TerryFoxRun

[Lois Alderson @aldersonwig]

@Ms_Karnad @greek_c How much I enjoyed working with and meeting @Ms_Karnad, meeting Team 101, and visiting your classroom, during my days in @YRDSB...a privilege, without a doubt! Thanks for thinking of me!

[Lois Alderson @aldersonwig]

@Wigglyass Birthday present???

[Lois Alderson @aldersonwig]

Very unsettling and frightening for the many many people depending on this drug.

[Christine C. @Limbictweets]

Breast cancer survivor says Tamoxifen drug shortage is at 'crisis point' | CBC News https://t.co/HmEMh9egm8

[Breast Cancer Canada @BreastCancerCDN]

Information update from @GovCanHealth , additional details and information about the current tamoxifen shortage and what it means for #Canadians prescribed this #breastcancer treatment. https://t.co/OMf8CCgGMt

[Lois Alderson @aldersonwig]

@Wigglyass How do you think your parents feel!!!

[Lois Alderson @aldersonwig]

This piece resonates with me on so many levels! My son, also on the spectrum, will be 25 years old next month. While not an easy journey, I don’t regret our experiences! Thank you @MikePMoffatt for articulating so astutely what many are feeling!

[Lois Alderson @aldersonwig]

Awesome idea! Pass it on!

[Adventures in Autism @AutismVenture]

How an Arnprior grocery store is making shopping easier and more sensory friendly for autistic people. https://t.co/lMgxkilk0s

[Hilda S. W. Ho, PhD, MPH @HildaSWHo]

A response to the changes in the #OntarioAutismProgram from Dr. Adrienne Perry, who has spent her career working with children with #autism and their families, and helped with the original design of the program 20 years ago #AutismDoesNotEndAtFORD @MacLeodLisa @AmyFeePC

[Ontario Ministry of Health @ONThealth]

Parents, you are not alone if you’re worried about your child’s #MentalHealth. Nearly 1 in 5 children experience a mental health issue. Find out how you can spot the signs of mental illness and what you can do to help. https://t.co/g7Z8N3qHaF #BellLetsTalk

[The Royal Canadian Legion @RoyalCdnLegion]

We Remember Pte Thomas EJ Welch, son of the 2018 National Silver Cross Mother. Thomas died by suicide in May 2004, marking the first death by suicide of a Canadian Soldier after returning home from the Afghanistan mission. More–https://t.co/AvaFnBLMzs #GetYourPoppy #LestWeForget

[RWA Ontario @RWAOntario]

"45 companies championing disability inclusion experienced on average:

28% higher revenue
twice the net income
30% better performance on economic profit margins
and were twice as likely to have total shareholder returns that outperformed their peers."

https://t.co/JQ16fLJe5f

[Holland Bloorview @HBKidsHospital]

Have fun with friends and learn how to knit! Join the #KneuroKnits research group for individuals with disabilities aged 15-24 at @HBKidsHospital and at @OntScienceCtr @drmelpenner @DrLHartman @AzadehKushki https://t.co/1rBbp3dZyD

[Lois Alderson @aldersonwig]

A great read to help all of us “neurotypicals” better understand!

[Lois Alderson @aldersonwig]

@rainwillox @WillGourley @laxgib @MsSSanyal @Thomasci @APotashner @Keltool @maiakbradshaw @andrea_br0wn Post a book title, no explanations, indicate who invited you (@rainwillox) and invite 8 people: @13kalderson @melissmccammon @Daustring @Keltool @CPasternakYRDSB @Thomasci @drsueb @heatherbewell1

[Kinark Child and Family Services @mykinark]

Myth: People with autism are defined by their impairments. Reality: Individuals with autism have many strengths and are not defined by any one feature. Please RT this and other myth busters to raise awareness. #HandsTogether4Autism #seethespectrumdifferently