Website: https://justask.partnership.vcu.edu/

Overview

Just Ask is a dedicated support initiative that provides timely, accessible guidance to families and early childhood providers. When questions arise about development, behavior, inclusion, or navigating services, Just Ask offers a responsive, trusted place to turn, centering on practical solutions, evidence-based information, and meaningful connections.

Major Activities

• The initiative connects users with compassionate professionals in infant and early childhood development in real time.

• Areas of support include:

  • Tantrums, biting, and big emotions
  • Social-emotional development and co-regulation
  • Developmental milestone questions
  • Screening and evaluation guidance
  • Child care and early intervention referrals
  • Practical strategies for immediate use

Target Audience:

Just Ask serves parents and caregivers, child care providers, preschool teachers, home visitors, and early intervention professionals — specifically those located in Richmond City, Henrico County, Chesterfield County, and Petersburg City.

Funding Source

• Just Ask is a pilot initiative by the Partnership for People with Disabilities at Virginia Commonwealth University School of Education, supported by the Robins Foundation.

Contact

• Address: 2235 Staples Mill Road, Suite 400, Box 843020, Richmond, VA 23220
• Phone: 804-628-5124
• Email: justask@vcu.edu