Since 1972, researcher Mary Lou Kelley has been engaged in gerontology and palliative care practice, teaching and research. She has made major contributions to research in long-term care, and rural and First Nations communities, using participatory, community development approaches to empower and support community members and front line workers.
Her research has led to changes that have improved end of life care for people, their families and communities. Mary Lou was a professor at Lakehead University for 35 years, and is now a team member working on the Strengthening a Palliative Approach in Long-Term care project, as well as a volunteer for Compassionate Ottawa.
Learn more about the Strengthening a Palliative Approach to Long-Term Care project at: https://spaltc.ca/