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DR. JAMES “JIM” INCORVAIA
A Celebration of a Life

With great affection we remember Jim’s devotion to the Reiss-Davis Child Study Center and the Reiss-Davis Graduate School and his commitment to the betterment of children’s mental health.
In honor of the legacy of Dr. Incorvaia you can...

 

News and Updates

Supporting the Whole Family – The Role of Wraparound

No matter where you are in your parenting journey, as in still figuring out how to change diapers with one hand or celebrating your now-grown child’s adult milestones, one thing…

Black History Month in Unison

As we await President Biden’s nomination of the first Black Supreme Court Justice, this historical moment is a stark reminder that Black History Month is living history, ever-evolving and intertwined…

The Multiplicity of Giving Back

When you hear the term giving back, what is the first image that comes to mind? I would guess most of us envision entering our payment info onto a donation form, but I want you to think bigger. While monetary support is vital to nonprofits worldwide (including here at Vista) fiscal support only scratches the

Caring For Those Who Care Most

How various Vista Divisions supported our staff members

When I share an accomplishment of our agency, what I am sharing is the ceaseless efforts and passion of our Vista Staff. Each day our employees show up for the children and families we serve to make a meaningful difference in their lives. As the CEO of Vista, I aim to show each staff member the immeasurable amount of meaning they hold within our agency...

Arms Wide Open

I just hugged a dear, dear friend, who I haven’t seen in a while, and wow, does it feel good. As I look around our beautiful Los Angeles community, I…

And the Beat Goes On…

“At least I can still make you laugh.” That simple statement from my oldest daughter last May amid a growing pandemic captures this simple fact: no amount of darkness can…

Vista Del Mar Welcomes Celebrated Advocate Karriann Farrell Hinds, Esq. as Director of Government and Strategic Affairs

Vista is proud to welcome Karriann Farrell Hinds, Esq. to the newly created position of Director of Government and Strategic Affairs.

Building on her multi-faceted career as an accomplished community leader, political appointee, successful attorney, and passionate advocate for ensuring justice and equality for the underserved, Karriann joins Vista’s leadership team, effective immediately. She will cultivate and champion new opportunities for the 113-year-old, 4 Star Charity Navigator rated Social Service agency and those they serve…

Congratulations, Alina!

Congratulations to Alina Vega, Home-SAFE’s VP of Child Development, Prevention, and Early-Education Services, for being selected as one of six recipients for the National Head Start Association BOLD Leadership 2020 “Game Changer” Award. This well-deserved recognition captures Alina’s bold leadership style and game-changing solutions enacted to lead her team successfully through the challenges of 2020. Thank you for all of the amazing work that you do for the children and families of Home-SAFE. Congrats, Alina!

REDEFINING HEROES: Vista staff during the pandemic

In 2020, the title of hero expanded to include the millions of healthcare workers, childcare providers, grocery store staff, and so many others who put their lives on the line throughout the pandemic.

At Vista Del Mar, our entire staff is comprised of heroes, each one bravely stepping up to ensure the wellbeing of our residents, students, and families…

The Workings of a Child’s Mind

Shining a spotlight on Vista’s Reiss-Davis Child Study Center and the Reiss-Davis Graduate School
As a parent, have you ever had a moment with your child where you wonder, ‘I wish I could know everything going on in their head right now?’ Well, from twenty-four plus years of being a parent, I can tell you, you will probably never know everything. But thanks to advancements through the work happening right here on Vista Del Mar’s campus, we can understand a lot more…

 

Featured

DR. JAMES “JIM” INCORVAIA
A Celebration of a Life

With great affection we remember Jim’s devotion to the Reiss-Davis Child Study Center and the Reiss-Davis Graduate School and his commitment to the betterment of children’s mental health.
In honor of the legacy of Dr. Incorvaia you can...

 

News and Updates

Supporting the Whole Family – The Role of Wraparound

No matter where you are in your parenting journey, as in still figuring out how to change diapers with one hand or celebrating your now-grown child’s adult milestones, one thing…

Black History Month in Unison

As we await President Biden’s nomination of the first Black Supreme Court Justice, this historical moment is a stark reminder that Black History Month is living history, ever-evolving and intertwined…

The Multiplicity of Giving Back

When you hear the term giving back, what is the first image that comes to mind? I would guess most of us envision entering our payment info onto a donation form, but I want you to think bigger. While monetary support is vital to nonprofits worldwide (including here at Vista) fiscal support only scratches the

Caring For Those Who Care Most

How various Vista Divisions supported our staff members

When I share an accomplishment of our agency, what I am sharing is the ceaseless efforts and passion of our Vista Staff. Each day our employees show up for the children and families we serve to make a meaningful difference in their lives. As the CEO of Vista, I aim to show each staff member the immeasurable amount of meaning they hold within our agency...

Arms Wide Open

I just hugged a dear, dear friend, who I haven’t seen in a while, and wow, does it feel good. As I look around our beautiful Los Angeles community, I…

And the Beat Goes On…

“At least I can still make you laugh.” That simple statement from my oldest daughter last May amid a growing pandemic captures this simple fact: no amount of darkness can…

Vista Del Mar Welcomes Celebrated Advocate Karriann Farrell Hinds, Esq. as Director of Government and Strategic Affairs

Vista is proud to welcome Karriann Farrell Hinds, Esq. to the newly created position of Director of Government and Strategic Affairs.

Building on her multi-faceted career as an accomplished community leader, political appointee, successful attorney, and passionate advocate for ensuring justice and equality for the underserved, Karriann joins Vista’s leadership team, effective immediately. She will cultivate and champion new opportunities for the 113-year-old, 4 Star Charity Navigator rated Social Service agency and those they serve…

Congratulations, Alina!

Congratulations to Alina Vega, Home-SAFE’s VP of Child Development, Prevention, and Early-Education Services, for being selected as one of six recipients for the National Head Start Association BOLD Leadership 2020 “Game Changer” Award. This well-deserved recognition captures Alina’s bold leadership style and game-changing solutions enacted to lead her team successfully through the challenges of 2020. Thank you for all of the amazing work that you do for the children and families of Home-SAFE. Congrats, Alina!

REDEFINING HEROES: Vista staff during the pandemic

In 2020, the title of hero expanded to include the millions of healthcare workers, childcare providers, grocery store staff, and so many others who put their lives on the line throughout the pandemic.

At Vista Del Mar, our entire staff is comprised of heroes, each one bravely stepping up to ensure the wellbeing of our residents, students, and families…

The Workings of a Child’s Mind

Shining a spotlight on Vista’s Reiss-Davis Child Study Center and the Reiss-Davis Graduate School
As a parent, have you ever had a moment with your child where you wonder, ‘I wish I could know everything going on in their head right now?’ Well, from twenty-four plus years of being a parent, I can tell you, you will probably never know everything. But thanks to advancements through the work happening right here on Vista Del Mar’s campus, we can understand a lot more…