Marie‐Pierre Gagnon

About

Marie-Pierre Gagnon is a leading scholar in health services research, with a focused expertise on the use of information and communication technologies (ICTs) to improve the quality of life and social connectedness among older adults, particularly those residing in long-term care facilities (LTCFs). Her major contributions center on understanding and mitigating the devastating effects of social isolation and loneliness (SIL), a crisis starkly amplified by the COVID-19 pandemic. Through systematic and scoping reviews, Gagnon has rigorously mapped the landscape of promising best practices and technological interventions—from simple communication tools to complex digital platforms—that can strengthen social capital within these vulnerable communities. Her 2023 systematic review on ICTs to address SIL has already garnered 13 citations, highlighting its timely relevance. By synthesizing evidence on what works, why, and under what conditions, Gagnon provides actionable frameworks for policymakers and care providers. Her work is not merely descriptive; it is a critical roadmap for transforming LTCFs from places of isolation into hubs of connected, resilient care.

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1. 1
   Strengthening Social Capital to Address Isolation and Loneliness in Long-Term Care Facilities During the COVID-19 Pandemic: Systematic Review of Research on Information and Communication Technologies

   13 citations · 2023
2. 2
   Promising Best Practices Implemented in Long- Term Care Facilities During the COVID-19 Pandemic to Address Social Isolation and Loneliness: A Scoping Review

   5 citations · 2022

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