Empowering families to nurture confident, thriving children.
When you're worried about your child’s development, we’re here to help you with answers, support, and a path forward.
Worried your child might be falling behind?
We’re here to help you find answers—quickly, compassionately, and clearly.
The DP-4 Parent/Caregiver Online Checklist takes just 20–40 minutes to complete and gives you a clearer picture of your child’s development. Within 24 hours, you'll receive a personalized parent report—and we encourage you to connect with a specialist to help you take the next step with confidence.
How We Help
But sometimes, that comes with a heavy question:
“Is my child developing the way they should be?"
Whether it’s a concern from a teacher, a moment of uncertainty at home, or just a quiet instinct that something isn’t adding up, it’s natural to feel unsure—and even overwhelmed.
You may have noticed:
And above all, you just want to do right by your child.
We believe every child deserves the best start, and every parent deserves guidance they can trust.
Three Simple Steps
At Empower The Village, every specialist is hand-selected and trained to uphold the highest
standards in early childhood support. Our team combines compassion with professional
expertise—ensuring every family receives thoughtful, evidence-based guidance.
As a mother, educator, and early intervention specialist, I know how overwhelming it can feel when you’re worried about your child’s development—but unsure of where to start.
For over 30 years, I’ve walked alongside families facing those same questions. I’ve seen firsthand how early support can change a child’s trajectory—and how crucial it is that parents feel heard, empowered, and equipped with real answers.
That’s why I created Empower The Village—to give families quick, compassionate access to trusted developmental tools, backed by experience and heart. We use proven assessments like the DP-4, provide easy-to-understand reports, and offer real-time coaching with specialists who truly care.
Being a parent doesn’t mean having to figure it all out on your own. You just need a place to start. We’re here to walk with you, every step of the way.
Warmly,
Elizabeth Villanueva, MA, CIIM
Founder & Executive Director, Empower The Village
Your journey doesn’t end with one report. As a client, you’ll receive private dashboard access with tools to support your child’s progress over time:
Download our free Child Development Milestone Guide.
A research-backed, plain-language reference to key
developmental benchmarks across major age ranges.
Most caregivers complete it in 20 to 40 minutes.
Yes! You can choose to assess all five key areas of development (Physical, Adaptive Behavior, Social–Emotional, Cognitive, and Communication) or focus on just one, depending on your concerns.
Zoom consultations of up to 60 minutes are part of a paid package. Alternatively, assessments can be purchased as a standalone service.
The DP-4 Parent/Caregiver Online Checklist is designed for children from birth to 21 years old, but we most often work with children under 8.
Download our free guide to get started, then return when you're ready.