Our MISSION is to provide competent and compassionate adoption services to birth parents, prospective adoptive parent(s), and children needing a forever family.
Adoption by Shepherd Care (ASC) was founded in 1980 and is currently the oldest Florida-based international & Domestic adoption agency assisting Expectant Parents facing unplanned pregnancies, Orphans in need of a Forever Family and Prospective Adoptive Families desiring to become parents through adoption.
ASC is a Christian-based agency offering adoption support to clients of all faith backgrounds. Our staff have over 100 years of combined experience. We have the knowledge and understanding to lead you through every step of the adoption journey.
Nidia serves as Executive Director, with over 35 years of experience in adoption. She has a master’s degree in Social Work from Florida International University and has experience working with expectant parents, families adopting domestically and internationally, as well as adoptees. Nidia oversees the overall vision and development of Adoption by Shepherd Care and is passionate about leading ASC in providing professional and compassionate services to everyone involved in the adoption process. Nidia and her husband have five grown children, including two sons through adoption.
Angela serves as Director of International & Domestic Programs. She has a master’s degree in Social Work from the University of Texas at Austin and is a Licensed Clinical Social Worker in the State of Florida. Angela has worked in adoption and child welfare for over 15 years, including conducting international and domestic home studies, supervising home study and post-placement services, and helping families navigate all steps of a domestic or international adoption process. She is the mom of two boys adopted internationally and is passionate about connecting children and their forever families.
Michael serves as Finance Manager, ensuring the financial operations of Adoption by Shepherd Care run smoothly. He has a master’s degree in Finance from UAC of Global Management and has worked at ASC since 2018. Michael enjoys being a part of families and expectant parents’ adoption journey. Michael and his wife are the proud parents of one daughter.
Joseph serves as an Adoption Advocate, utilizing his passion for children and families and over 20 years of experience in adoption to share with others the mission of Adoption by Shepherd Care. He has a master’s degree from Nova Southeastern University. Joseph enjoys talking to community partners about adoption and sharing stories of hope with those who support the work of ASC. Joseph and his wife have five grown children, two of whom joined the family through international adoption.
Nilda serves as an Administrative Assistant. She has worked at Adoption by Shepherd Care since 2020, serving in our front office. Nilda enjoys the opportunity to interact with expectant mothers and adoptive families via phone and during visits to the Hollywood office. Nilda is married and has three children and eight grandchildren.
Trey Miller provides legal services for adoptive families working with ASC, including completion of domestic finalizations, international finalizations, and Florida re-adoptions. Trey has a law degree from Nova Southeastern University and has been working in the field of adoption and family law for over 15 years. He is honored to use his expertise in the field to help hopeful adoptive parents navigate the legal process of becoming a family. Trey and his wife are blessed with four children.
Kristina Perez or as we like to call her Krissy. Krissy is the first face you see when you walk in through the doors. She is also the first voice you hear when you call our offices. She comes to us after many years working with Publix as a supervisor. Her organization skills are paramount to the staff and clients. Her can do attitude is a encouragement to all.
Angela Pedre serves as a Birth Mother Counselor and has a bachelor’s degree in Social Work from Southeastern University. She has a passion for working with expectant mothers in South Florida in supporting them throughout their journey. She also enjoys working with adoptive couples and being a part of the process as they add to their family.
Anmarie serves as the Adoption Specialist in our South Florida office. She comes to ASC with two B.A. degrees from Moody Bible Institute in Chicago in Biblical & Theological Studies and Ministry to Victims of Sexual Exploitation. Anmarie was raised in the world of adoption as her family adopted through ASC twice from Colombia. She has experience working with women who have been abused and trafficked, mothers of all backgrounds making an adoption plan, and child welfare. She currently serves our families seeking to adopt domestically and internationally with building their home study, providing support in any part of their adoption journey.
Kendall Boyer serves as an Adoption Specialist. She has a Bachelors in Psychology from the University of South Florida and is currently completing her Masters in Social Work at Florida State University. Kendall enjoys advocating for expectant and birth mothers in Central and North Florida, supporting them in all phases of their journey. Kendall also works with our out-of-state families and provides home study services as well. Kendall is a mother of 3 children and 2 fur babies.
We are here to help you learn more about the adoption process in Florida and to guide you along the way.
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We are thrilled to announce that our office is moving to a new and improved location! Starting June 24, 2024 you can find us at:
5400 S University Dr, Suite 102, Davie, FL 33328
Our new space is designed to better serve you, with more room for growth and enhanced facilities. We are excited for everyone to visit us if you have a chance and experience the improvements firsthand.
Thank you for your continued support, and we look forward to welcoming you to our new location soon!
