MEET OUR DIRECTORS
The Nest is truly blessed to have so many wonderful people give their time and talents to care for the hurting kids in Jamaica! Each director/ support staff not only commits an extended time period to serve at the Nest but also raises their own support before arriving. Take some time and get to know these incredible servants we call family!
Drew & Sherina Roach
Drew and Sherina Roach hail from Jamaica and both migrated to the United States during their teenage years. As the Lord would have it, their paths crossed during their military careers, where they both proudly served before eventually retiring from the service.
Andrew began his service to the nation as an Air Traffic Controller, later transitioning into the role of Air Traffic and Airspace Management Technician. After 22 years of service and attaining the rank of Chief Warrant Officer Four, Andrew carried his leadership and technical expertise to the City of Austin, Texas, where he served as an Airport Operations Specialist. Later, his talents were called upon to support the former Department of the Army with operational-level sustainment and logistical support. He eventually dedicated his service to Veterans, Families, and their dependents through the Department of Veterans Benefits Administration.
Sherina served 28 years in the U.S. Army as an Intelligence Officer retiring at the rank of Lieutenant Colonel. Sherina ended her military service as an Inspector General for United States Army Recruiting Command. Following her retirement, she pursued her passion for serving others and supporting her community. She has served in multiple roles working with women and children, including The Family Scholar House, a nonprofit organization of supporting single parents and their children as they navigate the non-academic challenges of higher education while providing stable housing. She also served as a project manager and mentor for the Girls Empowerment Leadership Academy, training girls ages 11–19 to become Christian leaders. Sherina was deeply involved in the Room in the Inn project, providing warm, safe shelter and food for individuals experiencing homelessness during the winter months.
After 19 years of friendship and fellowship, Andrew and Sherina entered into a marriage covenant in March 2022. Together, they are blessed to parent seven children and four grandchildren. After much prayer, reflection, and devotion, Drew and Sherina made the decision to fully retire and dedicate this next chapter of their lives to serving at the NEST. Their shared commitment to service, faith, and giving back has brought them full circle, allowing them to return to their Jamaican roots and invest their time, experience, and hearts in the lives of the children and the ROBIN’S NEST community.
MANAGERS
The Nest hires local men and women to help run the Nest . . . from POD moms to staff who handle construction and mechanics; from those who oversee our garden and chickens to those who cook three meals a day for over 40 people; from laundry and cleaning to our two managers who manage the staff and help oversee the well-being of each child. Although our staff is paid for their work, we see the time and care of them as an extension of our ministry to serve the community.
Merva Wolfe
NURSE MANAGER
"The past 21 years that I have been working at Robin's Nest have been such a blessing to me. The transition in my job has been marvelous - nursing, teaching, and interacting with the children, staff, and directors are great. I would never do anything else! I thank the Lord for giving me the strength to comfort these little ones in their time of need."
Tanya Foster
NURSE MANAGER
“Working for Robin’s Nest over the past 6 years has been such a tremendous blessing to me. I appreciate the transition in my responsibilities and the various opportunities which I have been given which include nursing & teaching. Also, the daily interaction with the children, staff, and directors has been nothing but amazing. I thank the Lord for giving me strength each day to provide comfort and love to these little ones. I am forever grateful! There is nowhere else I would rather be serving. My position at Robin’s Nest is a fulfilling and rewarding accomplishment at the end of each given day.”
BOARD OF DIRECTORS
Robin's Nest is overseen by an Operational Board of Directors spread throughout the United States. We strive to incorporate a strong range of demographics in our leadership . . . united with a strong foundation on Jesus Christ and a passion for the mission nd vision of the ministry at Robin's Nest Children's Home.
Current Board Members: Sarah Blouse, Deb Cutting, Kevin Krusmark, Sherry Linton-Massiah, Mike Myers, Aaron Jansen, Lisa Lemieux, Mike Rygh, and Day Davis.