Ailee Moon

Ailee Moon is an Associate Professor in the Department of Social Welfare at the University of California, Los Angeles (UCLA). Her research focuses on social welfare policy, program evaluation, and gerontology, with particular emphasis on elder abuse, mental health, and service utilization in diverse populations.

Education:

• Ph.D. in Social Welfare, University of California, Berkeley

Dr. Moon's research explores cross-cultural dynamics in elder abuse assessment, family preservation programs, and disparities in long-term care access among Korean American, African American, and non-Hispanic white elderly populations. Her work integrates policy analysis with empirical studies to inform intervention strategies.

Her recent publications examine multicultural perspectives on elder mistreatment, formal/informal support systems, and statewide evaluations of family support programs. These contributions highlight her expertise in gerontological social work and policy-oriented research.

Scientific Awards & Funding:

• Hartford Geriatric Social Work Faculty Scholar
• National Center on Elder Abuse-funded study
• National Institute on Aging-funded research

Dr. Moon serves as Director of the Department's Ph.D. program and has collaborated on multi-university research initiatives, including a five-year California Department of Social Services project evaluating family preservation programs.