Mabel Ho

Mabel Ho is a Research Fellow at the Factor-Inwentash Faculty of Social Work, University of Toronto, concurrently serving as a Postdoctoral Fellow at Bruyère Health Research Institute and Research Affiliate of the Institute of Life Course and Aging. Her work bridges academic research and clinical practice in aging populations.

Her academic credentials include:

• PhD in Social Work, University of Toronto
• MSW, University of Toronto

With over 20 years of direct clinical experience, Dr. Ho's research centers on proactive strategies for healthy aging. She investigates how early lifestyle interventions can mitigate challenges associated with stroke, dementia, Parkinson's disease, and chronic illnesses in later life. Her methodology integrates patient-family perspectives to develop practical frameworks for sustaining autonomy and quality of life among older adults. Key thematic pillars include:

• Gerontological health systems
• Neurodegenerative disease management
• Community-based rehabilitation models
• Caregiver support ecosystems
• Preventive geriatric care
• Age-friendly policy development

Professional correspondence: mabelmp.ho@mail.utoronto.ca