BATON ROUGE REGION

Thank you for visiting the Louisiana Heart Gallery website where we believe every child deserves a loving family to call their own.
There is a great need for parents willing to be licensed foster parents, able to provide a temporary home for children needing a stable, loving environment. There is also a need for parents wanting to adopt children that are legally available to be adopted. 
If you are interested in fostering temporarily, or fostering to adopt, you will first need to become a Certified Foster Parent and will begin the process by taking one of the classes listed below.
For more information, call (225) 922-2929

NEW FOSTER PARENT ORIENTATION CLASS LOCATIONS:
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East Baton Rouge DCFS Office 
160 South Ardenwood Baton Rouge, LA 70806
Thursday, August 22, 2019 @ 6:00p.m.
Thursday, September 12, 2019 @ 6:00p.m.
Thursday, October 03, 2019 @ 8:30a.m.
Thursday, October 24, 2019 @ 6:00p.m.
Thursday, November 07, 2019 @ 6:00p.m.
Monday, November 25, 2019 @ 6:00p.m.
​Saturday, December 14, 2019 @ 8:30a.m.

Crystal
*ON HOLD*

​Crystal is a beautiful young lady with a great personality. She loves to talk with friends and she has a great sense of humor. Crystal loves to sing, dance and is very creative and like doing things with her hands. She has a hefty appetite and enjoys all types of foods. Crystal would like a family with other children in the home. She is very open to adoption and her desire is to have a loving forever family. Crystal is a very energetic person therefore; she is looking for a family who is willing to match her level of energy. Are you the fun loving family for Crystal?

Armani & Princess
​ON HOLD

Rachel (ARMANI), age 5, is an adorable little girl that loves one on one attention. Initially, she may appear quiet and shy but once she gets to know you she can be a talker. Rachel loves to eat, ride her bike, playing with her dolls and watching television. Her favorite food is chicken nuggets with ketchup. She loves to watch Paw Patrol, playing dress up and hosting tea parties. Rachel is looking for a forever family that is willing to assist her with reaching her fullest academic potential. It is her desire to be adopted with her younger sister so that they can maintain their family connection.

Rachel (PRINCESS)) age 4 is a beautiful little girl that is active and full of life. She has a bright personality and loves to be complimented and being the center of attention. She loves to eat snacks while watching her favorite television shows are Paw Patrol and SpongeBob. Chicken nuggets from McDonald's is one of her favorite meals and has to be completed with the fries. She enjoys playing with her toys and coloring. Rachel also love attending football games and camping. She exhibits strong leadership skills when interacting with other children. It is her desire to be adopted with her older sister so that they can maintain their family connection.

Jade & Jace
​ON HOLD

Jade is a spunky, friendly 10 year old that has no trouble making new friends. She loves dressing up pretty and never leaves the house without a large hair bow or ribbon in her hair. Jade loves to collect unusual and oddly shaped rocks. She is a good academic student and maintains passing grades. Jade wants to make sure everyone knows that she requires lots of attention. Jade requires a family that can provide unconditional love and support. She does well in a nurturing and structured environment. Jade simply needs a family that can offer patience, consistency and love.
Jace is a 9 year old who lives life to the fullest. He is an affectionate child and well mannered. He can be found with a smile on his face and has a positive attitude. He is in the 4th grade and enrolled in regular education classes. He does receive speech services. Jace enjoys playing outside and loves to play football and soccer. He also loves playing Legos, watching television and playing video games. Jace has expressed his interest in becoming a police officer when he grows up. He needs a structured family that can provide him with patience, love, and attention. For more information call Cheryl Cotton, CWS3, Adoption Specialist with the  LA Department of Children & Family Services (Lafayette Region) at 1-800-256-8611 or (337) 262-5970.

Armani

Armani is a beautiful child with a sweet disposition. She has many physical challenges that will require medical care throughout her life. Armani is a friendly child who thrives on positive interactions with her caretaker. She responds to touch, sounds and nurturing.

She enjoys playing with her toys on the floor, thereby supporting activities needed to enhance her daily living skills. Armani needs a family who will commit to her life long care and surround her with love, stability and understanding she deserves. A family trained to care for medically fragile children will be beneficial in providing care and support for Armani.

Janae

Meet Janae she is a lovely young lady with beautiful brown eyes and a smile that will melt your heart. Janae is a honor roll student who continues to strive for excellence in her studies. Just like most teenagers she loves to spend her free time shopping and talking to friends. Janae is looking for a forever family that is patient and committed to helping her reach her full academic potential. She is open to the idea of adoption and is excited to be a part of a family.

Jayonte

Jayonte is a handsome teenager with an initial shyness that quickly opens up to an outgoing personality. Jayonte is typically a quiet child. He is a respectful young that gets along well with others. Jayonte is in the 8th grade. He's a quick learner with great potential. Jayonte enjoys working outside mowing the lawn and in the garden. He also enjoys playing video games, coloring pictures, and watching movies. Jayonte would like to be adopted by a family that's loving, caring, and supportive and can help him reach his fullest potential as an independent adult. He aspires to become a police officer or join the military when he reaches the age of majority.

Tobius

Tobius is a teenager who loves country music and is infatuated with sports cars. He loves going to McDonald's because the french fries are his favorite. Like most boys his age, he is active and enjoys being outdoors having fun. Tobius has a fascination with Legos, as he can be found playing quietly with Legos for hours on end.

Tobius loves being read to by the adults in his life and enjoys one on one time with his caregiver. Academically he needs a little extra help staying on task. Tobius is very friendly and welcomes new friends.

Wesley

Wesley is a handsome teenager with beautiful greenish eyes. He is smart, loving, affectionate and very observant. He loves to help and meet new people. Wesley says he wants to become a police office when he grows up. Wesley enjoys outdoor activities such as fishing, riding four wheelers, and anything that requires hands on activity. He really loves to travel so he can meet new people and go new places. Wesley is looking for a family that is fun and energetic. He is looking for a family who will help him reach his full potential.

For additional information about any of these children, please contact the Adoption unit at the Baton Rouge Region DCFS office at 225-925-6500.