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Bridges to Care Respite Center

 California's first integrated model where Systems of Care infrastructure meets No Wrong Door service delivery 

Purpose & Vision

A community-rooted, equity-driven respite center for students with disabilities ages 10-22 that integrates healing, inclusive education, family leadership, and economic mobility.


"A transformative, family-led space where students with disabilities thrive through healing, inclusion, and opportunity, and caregivers are supported through respite, connection, and community care."

WHY VISTA? WHY NOW?

 Bridges to Care is a locally anchored solution, co-designed with Vista-based leaders, VUSEPTA, and families. It responds to a documented regional gap in services for youth with mild to moderate disabilities. 

The Need is Urgent

California Landscape

California Landscape

California Landscape

California has over 4.7 million unpaid family caregivers, but only 14% receive adequate respite support. Medi-Cal now funds community-based respite under CalAIM, creating opportunity for sustainable infrastructure. 

Local Reality

California Landscape

California Landscape

Vista-Oceanside serves high concentrations of Latino, Filipino, and military families caring for youth with disabilities. Caregivers repot burnout, isolation, difficulty navigating Medi-Cal and Regional Center systems, and limited culturally responsive options. 

Bridges to Care activates regional talent and caregiving leadership through deep co-design with impacted stakeholders, integration of disability justice values, and direct alignment with Vista's Community Schools and wellness priorities.

What We're Building

The Bridges to Care Respite Center is being designed to support students with disabilities (ages 10–23) and their caregivers. Rooted in equity and community leadership, the center will provide a safe, inclusive space where families can find respite, connection, and opportunity.


For Families: Walk in for respite care. Leave with connections to housing, healthcare, education supports, and economic assistance - all coordinated through one integrated hub.


For Systems: Schools, health plans, CBOs, and county agencies can refer families knowing they'll received coordinated care with shared data, warm handoffs, and follow-up.

 California's first complete integration of Systems of Care infrastructure and No Wrong Door service delivery—co-designed with and for the community. 

four model pillars

University & Workforce Partnerships

University & Workforce Partnerships

University & Workforce Partnerships

Collective Impact Solutions is a nonprofit organization dedicated to supporting and empowering our community through various programs and initiatives. Our mission is to make a positive impact and create a better future for all.

CTE Pathways for Youth

University & Workforce Partnerships

University & Workforce Partnerships

There are many ways to get involved with Collective Impact Solutions, from volunteering and donating to attending our events and spreading the word. Join our community today to make a difference.

Parent Leadership & Economic Mobility

Parent Leadership & Economic Mobility

Parent Leadership & Economic Mobility

We offer a variety of programs aimed at addressing the needs of our community, including education, healthcare, and social services. Learn more about our programs and how you can benefit from them.

Integrated System of Care

Parent Leadership & Economic Mobility

Parent Leadership & Economic Mobility

Thanks to the support of our community, we have been able to make a significant impact over the years. Learn more about our accomplishments and the positive change we have brought about.

Comprehensive Service Domains

Respite & Family Space

Social-Emotional Growth

Social-Emotional Growth

Multi-sensory spaces, calming zones, family lounge with peer support 

Social-Emotional Growth

Social-Emotional Growth

Social-Emotional Growth

SEL groups, peer mentoring, creative arts, play therapy 

Enrichment & CTE

Social-Emotional Growth

Academic & Transition labs

Adapted sports, digital media, vocational training 

Academic & Transition labs

Academic & Transition labs

Academic & Transition labs

UDL tutoring, IEP clinics, career navigation 

Community Integration

Academic & Transition labs

Navigation & Coordination

Cultural celebrations, leadership development, healing circles 

Navigation & Coordination

Academic & Transition labs

Navigation & Coordination

Systems navigation, warm handoffs, integrated referrals 

projected outcomes & impact

Families served annually with consistent, trauma-informed respite care

Caregiver stress and institutionalization risk through coordinated care

Families served annually with consistent, trauma-informed respite care

Students & caregivers trained & employed annually

Caregiver stress and institutionalization risk through coordinated care

Families served annually with consistent, trauma-informed respite care

Stronger transitions to adulthood for youth with disabilities

Caregiver stress and institutionalization risk through coordinated care

Caregiver stress and institutionalization risk through coordinated care

Caregiver stress and institutionalization risk through coordinated care

Caregiver stress and institutionalization risk through coordinated care

Caregiver stress and institutionalization risk through coordinated care

community co-design planning phase

Timeline: Fall 2025 - Spring 2026

 Investment in thoughtful, community-driven planning ensures the model truly serves Vista families and creates a replicable blueprint for California. 

Planning Phase Focus:

  • Community listening sessions & design labs
  • Steering committee & advisory council formation
  • Partnership MOUs & site feasibility
  • Pilot programs with feedback cycles
  • Final model presentation & facility planning 

Investment Required:

$500K

Bridges to Care Planning Phase

Design team, community co-design, partnership development, evaluation

$250K

TAC General Operations

Technical assistance infrastructure & statewide support 

a call to action "To invest in a future where healing, leadership, and opportunity are accessible to every student and family."

— Dr. Rebecca Celes Mendiola, CEO, CIS

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