LAFAYETTE 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 (337) 262-5970

​Channea'yah

Channea’yah is a 10 year old bright and energetic little girl. She has a big smile and bubbly personality. Channea’yah is entertaining and outgoing. She loves all things girly--including unicorns, mermaids, and hair bows. She likes to shop and look her best! .
Channea’yah thrives on attention and affection. She does struggle with not getting her way. Channea’yah will need parents who are patient and willing to work with her to reach her potential. She needs parents who will guide her strong personality in a positive direction. To get to know Channea’yah better, call Tyra Lewis at 225-229-7703.

Balea

​Balea is a friendly teenager who loves to read and listen to music. She also enjoys doing her nails, talking on the phone, and going shopping. Balea is looking for a family who enjoys traveling and going on outings. She need a family who will ensure she reaches her full academic potential. This loving child wants a family who is patient, kind, committed and is willing to give unconditional love. It is very important to Balea that she maintain her family connection with her old brother who was recently adopted.  She is opened to adoption and excited to meet her forever family. 

Gavin
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Gerold'Nesha

Gerold'Nesha is a happy child with an easygoing personality.   She is polite, respectful, and caring with adults and peers.  She enjoys going to church, praise dancing, and spending time with her friends. Gerold'Nesha attends school daily and maintains passing grades. Gerold’Nesha loves watching cheerleaders and it is her desire to try out for the squad. She enjoys playing video games on her tablet riding her bike or scooter.   Gerold'Nesha is opened to adoption and is looking for a loving and caring family who is willing to help her full potential. She also wants her new family to know she loves watching horror movies and wants parents who can enjoy watching them with her. For more information on Gerold’Nesha, please contact Amanda Robson, the Adoption Specialist at the Lafayette Regional Office of the Louisiana Department of Children and Family Services at 1-800-356-8611 or (337) 262-5970 or Patricia Hebert, Adoption Recruiter @ (337) 366-2001

Aurianna
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Aurianna and A'Miyah are friendly and outgoing. A'Miyah enjoys school. Her favorite actives are playing outside & swimming. She also likes movies, drawing, coloring, and playing with her cat. Aurianna and A'Miyah are creative, active, and intelligent siblings who want a family willing to support their bond and adopt them together. For more information on these siblings, please call Patricia Hebert, WWK Recruiter 337-366-2001

Christopher

Christopher is a very fun, enthusiastic and polite young gentleman.  He has a lot of energy and he is looking for a forever family who can match is level of energy.  Christopher enjoys playing and watching all sport especially football, baseball and basketball.  He enjoys playing video games, pizza and grilled cheese sandwiches. Christopher will need a family who is willing to assist him with reaching his full academic potential. He is a very caring and thoughtful child who loves dancing and being the center of attention. Christopher is looking for a forever family who is willing to provide him with unconditional love and patience.To watch a video of Christopher, click here.

Kylon

Kylon is a happy and handsome little boy. He is very hands-on and enjoys playing outdoors, riding his bike, and basketball. He is a little entertainer who loves to express himself through song and dance. 
 
Kylon on target with education and always express a desire to learn more. He is a very active child with a lot of energy to burn and desires a family to match his level of energy. When most kids are snacking on junk food, he desires apple, bananas, grapes, and other fruit. Kylon desires a home that can provide him with supervision, support, guidance and unconditional love.

Tyreina

​Tyreina is a friendly kid that may appear shy upon first meeting her. She loves dressing up pretty, outdoor play, especially jumping on the trampoline and playing on the swings. She wants to make sure everyone knows that she requires lots of attention. She requires a family that can provide unconditional love and support in a nurturing and structured home environment. Tyreina simply needs a family that can offer patience, consistency and love. She is full of energy and is looking for a family who can match her level of energy. She is excited about adoption and ready to meet her forever family. 

Zachary
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​Zachary is a happy and healthy twelve year old Caucasian male. He enjoys playing all sports, hunting, fishing, and just being outside. Zachary is an animated and active boy. He loves food and he has expressed he would eat just about any type of food but lists his favorite as seafood. Zachary is seeking parents who are willing to spend extra time assisting him to achieve his fullest potential academically. Zachary states that he wants to be adopted into a family with other children. He is excited to be a part of a forever family.

Michael
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Michael is a quiet creative teenager who enjoys making different items.  Like most teenagers he loves video games however, his love for video games extends to graphics and quality of the video games.   Michael is ready for a new start and a fresh beginning with a family that will meet his needs.  He is a loving child and wants a family who can assist him with reaching his full academic potential.  Michael is looking for a forever family who is loving and patient. Are you the family for Michael who is willing to offer him unconditional love and support to assist him with transition from a teenager to adulthood?

Latavieaa

​Latavieaa is a fun loving teenager who enjoys listening to music and watching television. She tends to be shy when you first meet her, but once she is comfortable with you she is a talker. Latavieaa is in need of a supportive family who will help her reach her full academic potential. Latavieaa loves to cook and she is very helpful with chores. She interact well with others and is looking for a forever family who is willing to provided unconditional love and support. Latavieaa desires to participate on the flag team at her school and other activities in the future. Are you the family for Latavieaa?

Jazmine

​Jazmine is a little girl with a big beautiful smile. She is a lovable child who loves to read, draw, arts and crafts. Jazmine is quiet and shy at first ones she gets to know you she is very fun and energetic. She is an amazing honor roll student who has received several awards. She enjoys school and is excited and happy to attend daily. She enjoys having fun and is looking for a family who can match her energy.  Jazmine is looking for a forever family who will give her unconditional love. She is excited about adoption and ready to meet her new family. 

Riley

Meet handsome, athletic, and inquisitive Riley. He enjoys playing sports but his absolute favorite sport is basketball. This young man has a love of music and he takes pride in knowing various artists. Riley is a huge animal lover and hopes to be in a family that will allow him to have a pet dog. Riley is looking for a supportive family who will assist him with reaching his full academic potential. He is open to adoption and is looking for a family who is kind, loving and patient. Overall Riley is a typical teenage boy looking for a forever family.
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Joseph

Joseph is a beautiful kid that requires special attention from a very special family. Despite daily health challenges, Joseph has a personality that is sure to warm your heart. He enjoys hugs, attention and lots of affection. Joseph loves being introduced to new stimuli and learning how to respond to it. He is very curious, as he is the kind of child that focuses on new things intensely until he figures them out.

Joseph loves listening to music and gets very excited at the sound of any kind of music. Cartoons that include music and movement Joseph understands also captures this sweet child's attention. Joseph's family will need to be resourceful, patient, committed and full of unconditional love to share with Joseph.
For more information, please call Patricia D. Hebert at
337-366-2001
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La'Bryan
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​La'Bryan is a happy teenager who is full of energy and likes to stay busy. He enjoys playing basketball and football.  He also likes video games and riding his bike.  La'Bryan is intelligent is looking for a forever family that will help him reach his full potential.   He is very friendly and engages well with his friends and others. La’Bryan has a lot of energy and is looking for a family who is active and can match his level of energy. He has an amazing connection with his sister and would love to maintain his family connection. Are you the family for this amazing teenager?

Terrick

​Terrick describes himself as kind, hardworking, and reliable. He is very considerate of others, and he loves helping around the house. Terrick enjoys collecting the latest electronics or gadgets. He also enjoys listening to music, watching cartoons, jumping on the trampoline and riding his bike. Terrick likes to visit with his sisters and wants to maintain his family connection with them.  He attends school daily and his favorite subject is Math.  Terrick describes his forever family as loving, compassionate, and patience.  He loves to eat spicy foods, crawfish, beans and junk food. Terrick is a loving kid with a great sense of humor. 

Dakota

Dakota is a 14 year old boy who enjoys basketball, fishing, video games and science. He does well in school. Dakota enjoys reading comic and chapter books. He also enjoys playing cards. He likes to relax by watching movies and professional basketball and football. Dakota is a quiet but friendly young man. He is honest and open with his feelings. He helps around the house. He is learning to become an independent young man. Dakota has a lot of energy and he is looking for a forever home who can match his level of energy. This fun loving child wants a family who is patient and willing to give unconditional love. He is in need of a family that can assist him in reaching his full
potential.

Brezi

Brezi is thirteen years old. She is artistic and creative. She enjoys drawing and making crafts. She loves to read and likes to write poetry. She enjoys spending time with those she is close to, and loves to talk. She has a naturally inquisitive nature and enjoys learning about various topics. Brezi is interested in hair and makeup, and loves to experiment with her own, or with anyone who is willing to let her. Brezi is a homebody, and prefers to stay home reading or practicing her art rather than going out. She thrives with affection and close relationships. Brezi enjoys school. She is working very hard to succeed, and is open to assistance from those who are willing to invest their time and attention with her. Brezi is figuring out who she is and wants the freedom to experiment with her style and how she expresses herself. She needs parents who are open and understanding, and willing to guide her as she navigates adolescence.

For additional information, please contact Lafayette region DCFS at 800-256-8611