Universal MH/DD/SAS "Caring People, Caring for People
Early Intervention Program
Early Intervention provides services to infants and toddlers who have disabilities or developmental delays. Early intervention promotes the development of the child while building the strengths of the family. Services are provided by qualified educators who are experienced in working with young children with special needs, helping families incorporate developmental practices into their daily routines, and assisting families in locating needed resources in their community.

Early Intervention Information
» Early Intervention Brochure (PDF)


Amy Willis, Early Intervention
Universal MH/DD/SAS's Early Intervention Program Offers:
  • Help building cognitive ability, fine/gross motor skills, language, self-help, and social emotional development through a variety of playful activities
  • Provide community resources such as area playgroups, parks, educational resource stores, and a community resource newsletter for families
  • Hands-on and One on One interactive learning approach to obtain maximum growth and achievement
  • Many Years of Experience
  • Baby Sign Language
  • Flexibility in Scheduling
  • Activities tailored for each child's individual needs




For More information on Universal MH/DD/SAS's Early Intervention Program or to find out how the referral process works, please contact Tonya Venable in one of the following ways:

Tonya Venable
Phone: 919-872-3888 ext. 213
Cell: 919-451-8616
Fax: 919-872-3322
Mailing Address: 3900 Barrett Drive Suite 311, Raleigh, NC 27609


Resources for Parents
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Early Intervention Team


  Tonya Venable
Tonya Venable is the Early Intervention Coordinator for Universal. Click here for an introduction to Tonya!



  Amber Bentley
Amber Bentley is an Early Intervention Infant/Toddler Specialist for Universal. Click here for an introduction to Amber!






  Malikata Blakely
Malikata Blakely is an Early Intervention Infant/Toddler Specialist for Universal. Click here for an introduction to Malikata!






  Monsy Bonilla
Monsy Bonilla is an Early Intervention Infant/Toddler Specialist for Universal. Click here for an introduction to Monsy!


  Renee Bullard
Renee Bullard is an Early Intervention Infant/Toddler Specialist for Universal. Click here for an introduction to Renee!


  Melinda Gilbert
Melinda Gilbert is an Early Intervention Infant/Toddler Specialist for Universal. Click here for an introduction to Melinda!


  Carolyn Henderson
Carolyn Henderson is an Early Intervention Infant/Toddler Specialist for Universal. Click here for an introduction to Carolyn!


  Monica Lane
Monica Lane is an Early Intervention Infant/Toddler Specialist for Universal. Click here for an introduction to Monica!


  Jennifer Mizelle
Jennifer Mizelle is an Early Intervention Infant/Toddler Specialist for Universal. Click here for an introduction to Jennifer!


  Rachel Moss
Rachel Moss is an Early Intervention Infant/Toddler Specialist for Universal. Click here for an introduction to Rachel!


  Maryam Person
Maryam Person is an Early Intervention Infant/Toddler Specialist for Universal. Click here for an introduction to Maryam!


  Lourdes Rodriguez
Lourdes Rodriguez is an Early Intervention Infant/Toddler Specialist for Universal. Click here for an introduction to Lourdes!


  Jamie Stanley
Jamie Stanley is an Early Intervention Infant/Toddler Specialist for Universal. Click here for an introduction to Jamie!


  Nelida Zito
Nelida Zito is an Early Intervention Infant/Toddler Specialist for Universal. Click here for an introduction to Nelida!