Laura Williams

Proud mom of 2. Rare disease mom, GRIN1. Healthcare leader, Doctorate student. Tweets are my own.

[Laura Williams @williamslaura]

@PiPER_UHN ‘Inclusion is an intentional act’… really appreciate this message from Maureen Dunne this morning!

[ICES @ICESOntario]

Meet the speakers that make the #ICESforum2024 not only possible, but an event not to miss! Our second #ForumFeature today focuses on Dr. Yona Lunsky (@yonalunsky). Read about Dr. Lunsky’s panel & be sure to save your spot & register https://t.co/0hXojlQZ75 @CAMH_AANC @CAMHnews

[University Health Network @UHN]

“What I want Canadians to know most about health research is that it saves lives, builds the economy and creates jobs,” says ⁦@KevinSmithUHN⁩ . Learn more about UHN’s unprecedented achievements in health care in today’s ⁦@globeandmail⁩ #UHNITED https://t.co/XSROdnB3S0

[Canadian Centre for Caregiving Excellence @CdnCaregiving]

It was great to hear @haldersey speak at #CCCESummit2023 about her research and the importance of having a nuanced approach when it comes to support needs for people with disabilities and their #caregivers. #CdnCaregiving @SSHRC_CRSH
https://t.co/sVhyBLTOBE

[Laura Williams @williamslaura]

A great day to talk about meaningful engagement in research. Congrats team!! #PiPER

[Holland Bloorview @HBKidsHospital]

🎉 Congrats to BRI scientists who achieved @guide2research Best Scientists rankings! Dr. @EvdokiaAnagn, Dr. @jessbrianphd, Dr. Gillian King (Psychology). Dr. Tom Chau (Engineering & Tech). Dr. Sally Lindsay (Social Sciences & Humanities). Full list: https://t.co/lpu7LKrK7j

[Louise Kinross @LouiseKinross]

'After his mother’s death, Kaliszan made a request to Direct Funding to increase his support. The request will take 18-24 months to be reviewed.' In what world does someone wait 2 YEARS to get more attendant care? #Ontario #Onpoli https://t.co/fJNElgrnDI

[Catherine Wang @CWangTO]

Love being in the middle of all the action? Come join our team - we are recruiting for an Integrated Director of Microbiology for @SinaiHealth & @UHN. Be part of University Ave and co-lead one of the largest most specialized Micro labs in the country
https://t.co/UwsQlFp5MS

[Laura Williams @williamslaura]

Infuriating and cruel…I have no words.

[Louise Kinross @LouiseKinross]

Amazing how a school can take what should be a happy time of the year, + ruin it for disabled students + their families. #Ableism 😩

[Canadian Centre for Caregiving Excellence @CdnCaregiving]

The Canada Disability Benefit Act (C-22) is returning to the House of Commons TODAY for debate. We hope all MPs will support this bill + get urgently needed help to people with disabilities all over Canada.@CQualtro @Irek_K
#RatifyBillC22 #BudgetTheBenefit #LetsGetItDone #CdnPoli

[Linda Nguyen @lindaa728]

Listening and learning about the @UN #CRPD #COSP16 about human rights policies to improve the lives of persons with disabilities & how we can and must do better nationally in Canada and internationally

[Laura Williams @williamslaura]

@Hanigsberg @HBKidsHospital Congratulations

[Laura Williams @williamslaura]

Beautiful! And grateful

[Laura Williams @williamslaura]

Congratulations! So well deserved!

[Dr. Marina B Wasilewski @mbastaw]

Congrats @drsarahmunce and @NovakAlison on receiving the RSI Faculty Service Award at #RSIResearchDay. Thank you for all you do for our students!

[CP24 @CP24]

Nathan is still missing.
Friend of missing vulnerable man last seen in North York wants to 'bring him home'
https://t.co/JyBLNKx7yJ

[Sarah Munce @drsarahmunce]

Last plenary at #ICIC23 on unpacking factors for successful implementation in #integratedcare : the need for person and community involvement 💪⭐️💪⭐️@IFICInfo @taohealth1 👏

[Autistic Girls Network @AutisticGirls_]

Put forward by Dr Damian Milton, this explains that both parties need to be empathetic towards the other. Autistic people are often accused of lacking empathy, but there's rarely mention of neurotypical people being expected to put themselves in the shoes of an autistic person.

[Laura Williams @williamslaura]

@CureGrin @keithmcarthur

[Laura Williams @williamslaura]

Perfect way to kick off #GRICon2023! Family tutorials about genetics on Day 1. Now onto Day 2 to talk about gene therapy, treatments and experiences of GRI disorder. #grateful #hopeforBryson

[Laura Williams @williamslaura]

@bradwouters Amazing!! Such a fantastic listen!!