Meet Our Family Support Specialists

Help Me Grow Alaska Program Manager, Help Me Grow Alaska

Robyn McComas

Robyn joined the All Alaska Pediatric Partnership in April 2022. She holds a Bachelor of Science in Human Development and Family Studies from the University of Alabama and a Master’s in Education from Liberty University. With a strong background in early childhood education, Robyn brings a passion for supporting children and families through every stage of development. As a member of a military family, she’s embraced the ever changing definition of “home”. Alaska has quickly become her favorite! Robyn and her family have fallen in love with the state’s natural beauty, tight-knit communities, and unique way of life, and they are proud to call Alaska home.

Program Lead, Help Me Grow Alaska

Lauren May

Lauren joined the All Alaska Pediatric Partnership in January 2026. Originally from Canada, she relocated to Alaska in 2025. Lauren earned her bachelor’s degree in Child, Youth, and Family Studies, along with a postgraduate certificate in Therapeutic Recreation, in Ontario. She brings experience in health care and nonprofit organizations and is passionate about supporting children and their families. Outside of work, Lauren enjoys reading, exploring Alaska’s trails, and cuddling with her cats. 

Family Support Specialist II, Help Me Grow Alaska

Colleen McClaren

Colleen joined the All Alaska Pediatric Partnership in July 2024. She is originally from Texas but has called Alaska home since 2018. She recently relocated to Eagle River after several years in Western Alaska.  Her background in law enforcement, social work, family services and community outreach supporting families through crisis. When she’s not working, Colleen enjoys hiking with her daughters, caring for her dogs and crafting. 

Family Support Specialist, Help Me Grow Alaska

Jackie St Clair

Jackie joined the All Alaska Pediatric Partnership in January 2026. A lifelong Alaskan, she is raising her children in her hometown in Southeast Alaska and brings both professional training and lived experience to her work with families. Jackie holds a Master of Social Work and graduate certificate in Children’s Mental Health from the University of Alaska, and was previously a direct service provider before joining Help Me Grow. Outside her work, she enjoys getting outdoors with her kids and swimming with her local masters team. Her experience as a parent in rural Alaska brings creativity and practical insight into her work supporting families. 

Family Support Specialist, Help Me Grow Alaska

Jamie Ramirez

Jamie Ramirez joined the All Alaska Pediatric Partnership in July of 2025. She is passionate about walking alongside families and helping them find the support and resources they need to help their children thrive. A lifelong Alaskan, Jamie brings over 20 years of experience working with horses and a background in equine-assisted therapy to her role, along with a heart for building strong, supportive connections.

As a mom, she understands both the joys and challenges of parenting and approaches her work with empathy, care, and understanding. When she’s not supporting families, Jamie loves exploring Alaska’s trails, horseback riding, competing in barrel racing, and sharing outdoor adventures with her son.