Jeannie Ho holds a Master degree of Social Science (Counselling). Some years later, she also studied and obtained a Master degree of Gerontology. 

Jeannie was the Director for Care Planning at a major healthcare organization where she developed a self-care program to equip care staff to have a better understanding of death, grief, burnout and emotional resilience. Prior to this role, she oversaw the community case management where she collaborated closely with the regional health systems, government decision-makers, community partners, corporate & individual volunteers. She also managed a team of social workers, case workers, program staff and volunteers.

Among other career highlights, Jeannie sat on the Senior Management board of a government-funded Special Needs School with multiple centres around Singapore. There, she worked with social workers, psychologists and teachers.

Jeannie co-edited two books: Many Dawns – a brief history of services for individuals with intellectual disability in Singapore, and A Special Journey – recounting MINDS’ 50 years journey, challenges, developments and achievements in the special education sector.  She also spearheaded the Caregivers Support Group, brought in the Diploma in Disability Studies from the University of Sydney to Singapore which became the mainstream education for persons working with adult persons with intellectual disability.