Staff

Director, Infant Toddler Connection of the Heartland
HIPAA Privacy Officer
Service Coordinator
(434) 395-4978
LeekL@longwood.edu

Dr. Lee serves as the Local System Manager (LSM) and provides overall leadership for ITC Heartland. He oversees program administration, fiscal management, compliance, community partnerships, and the delivery of Early Intervention services throughout the Heartland region.

Associate Director, Infant & Toddler Connection of the Heartland
Service Coordinator
(434) 395-4974
shelburnega@longwood.edu

Gala assists with the leadership and daily operations of ITC Heartland, including staff support, quality assurance, compliance monitoring, and program development. She also provides ongoing service coordination for children and families.

Contracted Service Coordinator
(804) 314-5413
Norma.Farmer@aveanna.com

Norma provides ongoing service coordination services for children and families throughout the Heartland region and collaborates closely with the ITC Heartland team to ensure coordinated, family-centered services.

Referral & Office Coordinator
(434) 395-2967
baldwinld@longwood.edu

Laura serves as the first point of contact for families and referral sources. She coordinates referrals, intake scheduling, office operations, records management, and administrative support for ITC Heartland.

Service Coordinator
Longwood University CSD Graduate Student Clinician
ngovt2@longwood.edu

Tessa partners with families to coordinate Early Intervention services, facilitate IFSP meetings, connect families with community resources, and support children throughout their Early Intervention experience.

Data Assistant
richardsonle2@longwood.edu

Leah supports ITC Heartland through data management, reporting, record maintenance, and administrative activities that ensure accurate documentation and compliance with state and federal requirements.

Graduate Assistant
Longwood University CSD Graduate Student Clinician

Claire supports ITC Heartland while completing her graduate studies in Communication Sciences and Disorders at Longwood University. During the Fall 2026 and Spring 2027 semesters, she assists with office operations, documentation, data management, intake activities, and special projects while gaining experience in Virginia's Early Intervention system.