activities · 6
what they do
direct service · 6
- Deliver educational services through a K-12 school and early intervention programs Head Start and Early Childhood Development ServicesOperates a K-12 school and Early Head Start programs serving children ages 0–4, with three locations in Hollywood supporting families from Santa Monica to Eagle Rock. These programs are part of an integrated campus model providing wraparound services.
- Offer residential care and wraparound mental health services Free Mental Health Services for Youth and Vulnerable AdultsProvides therapeutic residential care and outpatient mental health services for children and families through an integrated campus in West Los Angeles, combining clinical and educational supports.
- Operate a community performing arts theaterManages a 299-seat performing arts theater on its West Los Angeles campus that hosts dance, music, theater, film, and educational events for the broader community and Vista Del Mar students.
- Provide adoption and family-building services Foster Care and Adoption ServicesHas supported more than 5,000 families through adoptive services since 1946. These services are part of a continuum of care for children and families, including prevention and residential care.
- Provide treatment and support programs for children with emotional, social, learning, and developmental disabilities Free Mental Health Services for Youth and Vulnerable AdultsOffers high-quality therapeutic and educational programs for children with emotional, social, learning, and developmental challenges, including specialized services in autism and mental health. Programs are delivered through an integrated 18-acre campus in West Los Angeles.
- Support individuals with autism and special needs through lifelong spiritual and community programs Jewish Identity and Community Engagement ProgramsCreates a lifelong Jewish spiritual community for individuals with autism and other special needs and their families, integrating cultural, spiritual, and educational support.
strategies · 11
how they think
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- Active partnership with youth and families in careEngages youth and families as essential partners in designing and guiding their own growth and well-being, ensuring services are collaborative and person-centered.
- Co-located integrated campus model for holistic service access integrated_campus_modelProvides holistic, multi-service support by co-locating programs on a single campus, enabling seamless access and integrated care for clients and families.
- Commitment to equity, inclusion, and diversityEmbeds principles of equity, inclusion, and respect for diversity across race, ethnicity, gender, religion, and ability into service delivery and organizational culture.
- Comprehensive, family-centered treatment programs comprehensive family-centered careAddresses emotional, social, learning, and developmental challenges through tailored, high-quality programs that evolve with the changing needs of children and families.
- Inclusive spiritual community for diverse Jewish identities inclusive_spiritual_communityFosters lifelong sacred belonging by creating an inclusive Jewish spiritual community for individuals with special needs and diverse expressions of Jewish identity.
- Integrated service delivery across multiple domains integrated service modelDelivers coordinated education, mental health, autism, adoption, and early intervention services within a unified, nurturing environment to holistically support client needs.
- Pursuit of excellence through innovation and qualityAdvances organizational strength and service impact by prioritizing innovative, high-quality programs and continuous improvement.
- Relationship-based, family-led care for young children relationship based_family_led_carePartners with families and Early Head Start to deliver customized, relationship-centered services that prioritize family leadership and child well-being in early development.
- Specialized education for behavioral and learning challenges specialized_education_environmentOffers a tailored educational environment that supports students with behavioral and learning challenges through individualized academic and therapeutic approaches.
- Specialized therapeutic services for mental health improvement specialized_therapeutic_servicesEnhances mental health and well-being through targeted therapeutic interventions designed specifically for children and families with complex emotional and behavioral needs.
- Trauma-responsive care promoting healing and empowerment trauma-informed careProvides a continuum of services designed to respond to trauma, supporting healing and empowerment for children, youth, and families through evidence-based, clinically informed practices.
named programs · 11
what they call their work
Adoption & Foster Care
Full-service adoption and foster care program that has helped build over 5,000 families since 1946
Autism Center
Specialized services for individuals with autism, including clinical training and family support
Enhanced Care Management
Offers coordinated care management for individuals with complex behavioral health needs
Intensive Treatment
Provides comprehensive therapeutic services for children and families with significant mental health needs
Mental Health and Wellness
Delivers outpatient mental health services including therapy, psycho-educational assessments, and early intervention
Nes Gadol (Great Miracle) program
A cutting-edge, multi-sensory Jewish learning program designed for students with autism and other neurodiverse abilities, offering individualized learning for B’nei Mitzvah preparation.
Professional Training
Offers fellowships, internships, and continuing education in mental health and autism-related fields
School
Provides a specialized environment designed to meet the needs of students with behavioral and learning challenges.
Vista Del Mar School
Specialized school environment for students with behavioral and learning challenges
Vista House of Lovingkindness - Beit Chesed
A sacred, inclusive community that supports, uplifts, and celebrates Jewish individuals with autism and other special needs and their family members, providing a stable Jewish spiritual home and Jewish Education services.
Vista House of Lovingkindness – Nes Gadol Program
Multi-sensory Jewish learning program for students with autism and neurodiverse abilities, providing inclusive Jewish education and community events
relationships · 4
who they work with
- Early Head Start Partner — Partnership to deliver Early Head Start Childcare Partnership, Home-Based, and Childcare programs through Vista Village.
- Jewish Orphan’s Home of Southern California Partner — Original founding entity of Vista Del Mar in 1908.
- Memorial Scrolls Trust Partner — Holds a Memorial Torah Scroll (MST#1072) on permanent loan from the Memorial Scrolls Trust in London, England.
- Vista House of Lovingkindness Partner — Hosts annual Pre-Passover Seder & Celebration and monthly virtual Shabbat gatherings as part of Vista Del Mar's Jewish life programming.