Vista Del Mar Child and Family Services

Vista Del Mar Child and Family Services Supporting the children and families of Los Angeles since 1908. www.vistadelmar.org

Vista Del Mar is a community of fully integrated services for children facing emotional, behavioral and developmental challenges and for families seeking solutions. We offer a range of exceptional programs in education, mental health, autism, adoption, residential care, prevention and early intervention that are nurturing and accessible. We are founded upon Jewish core values expressed through good deeds and human kindness. Our goal is to provide children and families with the tools and opportunities on which to build strong foundations for personal growth and lasting relationships.

Celebrating a day of wins at last week’s staff appreciation day thanks to the unparalleled commitment and care exhibited...
03/12/2026

Celebrating a day of wins at last week’s staff appreciation day thanks to the unparalleled commitment and care exhibited each and every day by Vista staff. No better way to take in a W than enjoying THE best burger in Los Angeles — 🍔💙

03/11/2026

Ever wonder how progress is measured in an arts program? It may surprise you to learn that the data used to gauge a student’s success differ dramatically from traditional education benchmarks. As part of our month-long celebration of Music Education, VDM’s Performing Arts Coordinator, Mark Gutierrez shares why creative agency in the context of an art program is a far more important metric than most.

A special thank you to the Eden Alpert Therapeutic Music Program at Vista Del Mar. Because of this incredible program and the support of , our students have a dedicated space to heal, grow, and find their voice through the power of music.

Announcing a new Men’s Support Group starting - please scan the QR code to register!
03/09/2026

Announcing a new Men’s Support Group starting - please scan the QR code to register!

03/08/2026

Happy International Women’s Day! Today, we’re celebrating Vista Women Board Chairs, past and present, who rose to meet the ever-changing needs of the children and families we serve.

Happening tomorrow- Foundations for Growth Adoption Seminar Series foundation will be presenting a brand new speaker at...
03/06/2026

Happening tomorrow- Foundations for Growth Adoption Seminar Series foundation will be presenting a brand new speaker at this month’s and it’s one that you will not want to miss.

Founder & Director of Developmental Dynamo, Cory Fox, will be speaking about “Big Feelings, Little Bodies: Expect the Unexpected & Support Regulation”.

There’s still a few spots left! RSVP to Teresalee@vistadelmar.org or 310-836-1223 ext. 284​​​​​​​​​​​​​​​​Hope to see you there!

This year, Vista Del Mar lost another tremendous pillar of our community- Jean Leserman.Jean walked alongside Vista for ...
03/06/2026

This year, Vista Del Mar lost another tremendous pillar of our community- Jean Leserman.

Jean walked alongside Vista for more than 45 years through our evolution from a residential home for children to providing the comprehensive mental health agency we are today.

Jean was honored with the Ruth Shuken Humanitarian Award at our Women of Excellence Luncheon for her decades of service as a volunteer and contributor. She helped shape our autism programs, our adoptions program, and so much more, humbly stating, “I am proud to have been a part of Vista for so many years.”

Our deepest sympathy is with the Leserman family as are our hearts for the indelible mark of greatness Jean has left on our agency.

This year, Vista Del Mar lost a tremendous pillar of our community- Mimi Feldman.Mimi was devoted to making our campus a...
03/05/2026

This year, Vista Del Mar lost a tremendous pillar of our community- Mimi Feldman.

Mimi was devoted to making our campus as inviting and receptive of an environment as she could for Vista Residents by hosting game nights, restaurant outings, and special events like Mimi’s Magic show.

She was honored with the Ruth Shuken Humanitarian Award at our Women of Excellence Luncheon for her decades of giving her time, talents, and above all her heart to every Vista youth so that each one could reach their full potential.

Mimi was fond of reminding the staff and other volunteers that, “No child in need is ever turned away,” she believed that whole heartedly and put into practice each time she stepped onto our campus.

Our deepest sympathy is with the Feldman family as are our hearts for the indelible mark of greatness Mimi has left on our agency.

03/04/2026

As kicks off, we are thrilled to introduce Mark Gutierrez, Vista Del Mar’s newest Performing Arts Coordinator! Mark brings a deep passion for music (and music production) to our campus and our students.

With over a decade of experience in music education, Mark is already building connections with students by showing them the many career opportunities possible in the industry. In addition, he serves as an incredible resource for our students seeking expertise in playing instruments, song writing, singing, and the technical artistry of mixing and production.

We also want to extend a special thank you to The Eden Alpert Therapeutic Music Program at Vista Del Mar. Because of this incredible program and the support of , our students have a dedicated space to heal, grow, and find their voice through the power of music.

We’ll be sharing more videos throughout the month featuring Mark and the incredible work happening within our music program.

Happy Women’s History Month!For 117 years, Vista Del Mar has been shaped by extraordinary women whose commitment to ensu...
03/02/2026

Happy Women’s History Month!

For 117 years, Vista Del Mar has been shaped by extraordinary women whose commitment to ensuring every child feels seen, supported, and valued has never wavered. From our earliest founders to today’s philanthropic visionaries and dedicated leaders — their compassion and courage have built something truly remarkable.

This month, we’re paying tribute to these women, some of whom are no longer with us, but whose impact we will always treasure.

The annual Black History Month Lunch is a cherished staff tradition that celebrates the richness of Black history and th...
02/27/2026

The annual Black History Month Lunch is a cherished staff tradition that celebrates the richness of Black history and the Black experience. We are so grateful to our team for continuing this heartfelt tradition in the Handler Unit as we commemorate Black History Month 2026. Huge thanks to Alicia for orchestrating this special lunch, with Michelle and Stephanie helping bring this moment together.

With baseball season right around the corner, and still buzzing from LAB Sports Day, we thought now would be a good time...
02/26/2026

With baseball season right around the corner, and still buzzing from LAB Sports Day, we thought now would be a good time to share this classic from our Vista Vault. In this picture, one of the most important figures in Vista’s history, George Konheim, has just hit a home run as he plays ball with Vista Residents.

A little more about George and his impact:

After founding a string of successful business ventures in Ohio, Konheim and his family moved to Los Angeles in 1947, where he founded the Buckeye Construction Company. He became active in fundraising activities at Vista Del Mar in the early 1950s as a way to repay the kindnesses he had received from Jewish charities as a child. As a builder, Konheim’s priority was replacing the 45-year-old cottages with new, state-of-the-art units. Within five years of his becoming President, the old, two-story cottages were gone and the Handler, Taper, Parvin, and Moss-Price-Shore Cottages had been built in their place. He presided over the establishment of the first on-grounds school, a new medical center, the Lindheimer Prevocational School, numerous renovation projects, and the establishment of a new support group called the President’s Club. Throughout his many years as President (and Chairman, as the title became during his tenure), Konheim sought to build Vista Del Mar into a full-service agency for child welfare needs, and he made great strides towards accomplishing this goal through mergers with other agencies. The first of these was Reiss-Davis in 1976, followed by Home-SAFE in 1979 and Julia Ann Singer Center in 1982. After the tragic death of his son Neil in an airliner fire, Konheim devoted his considerable energies to the Neil Konheim “Know Your Body” program, a nutrition program for schools. Konheim remained active on the Board after retiring from the Chairmanship until shortly before his death in 2001.

Another dynamic LAB Sports Day in the books at Vista Del Mar! The kids, staff, and volunteers brought so much energy and...
02/25/2026

Another dynamic LAB Sports Day in the books at Vista Del Mar! The kids, staff, and volunteers brought so much energy and heart to the field, and it showed in every single rotation. 🏆⚽️🥊🏋️‍♂️

HUGE thank you to our amazing partners who made the day possible — for leading soccer scrimmage and drills, (special thanks to Gabriel & Jeremy) and for bringing their iconic inflatable goal (always a crowd favorite!), Ryan Swasey of for his fantastic obstacle course, and for an unforgettable boxing station. A special shoutout to LAB member and filmmaker and his colleague, Jeremie Brillant who not only captured the day on film but generously donated a dozen indestructible soccer balls courtesy of his work with .

Thank you to Vista’s own Schelsey Muhammadie-Sabet for leading the art station where kids created one beautiful collective canvas together, and to Vista staff for keeping the whole day moving. And thanks to , we all enjoyed a delicious lunch together. A huge thank you to all of our LAB Members, our new Fellows, and Board Members who came out to participate, cheer, and show up for these kids.

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