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Elise Matthews is an Associate Professor at the University of Regina, focusing on health services access, particularly related to families and children with disabilities, and mental health disorders within cultural contexts. Her research examines individual and family experiences concerning childhood disability and the adaptation strategies employed in everyday life. Additionally, she investigates health decision-making tools for adults with intellectual disabilities and conducts community-based, participatory, qualitative research, emphasizing Indigenous and rural populations in Saskatchewan. Matthews’ work aims to improve the quality of life for children and families by enhancing access to culturally safe health services. Matthews collaborates actively with self-advocates and various service agencies to inform her scholarship in nursing, anthropology, and psychology. She has received numerous grants for her research, addressing issues such as resilience in the face of disabilities and the adaptation of health decision-making tools for individuals with intellectual disabilities. Her work includes co-authoring significant publications and presenting at national conferences, emphasizing community needs and cultural considerations in health services.
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