Michelle Proctor-Simms

My husband (Scott) and I are proud parents to our son, Matthew, and daughter, Claire. We live in Hammonds Plains (near Halifax), Nova Scotia, Canada.  I am a Health Promotion Coordinator with the Public Health Branch of the Nova Scotia Department of Health and Wellness.  In 2018, Claire was diagnosed with OCNDS after 10 years of searching for answers to explain her symptoms. The CSNK2A1 Foundation has been a lifeline for understanding my daughter's diagnosis and connection to a global community of support, advocacy, and research. I've been a member of the PAB since July 2020 and proud to be serving a third, 2-year term.  I was drawn to the PAB by a deep desire to "give back" and help others affected by OCNDS. I also serve as a Canadian regional ambassador.  My favourite quote: The question should be, is it worth trying to do, not can it be done. (Allard Lowenstein)