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 

NEW FOSTER PARENT ORIENTATION CLASS LOCATIONS:
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 
 
NEW FOSTER PARENT ORIENTATION CLASS LOCATIONS:
Acadia Parish DCFS Office 
600 North Avenue G
Crowley, LA  70526 (337) 788-7503
Thursday, June 06, 2019 @ 10:00a.m.
Thursday, August 08, 2019 @ 10:00a.m.
Thursday, October 03, 2019 @ 10:00a.m.
Thursday, December 05, 2019 @ 10:00a.m.
 
Iberia Parish DCFS Office 
705 Bayard Street
New Iberia, LA  70560  (337) 373-0026
Thursday, July 11, 2019 @ 10:00a.m.
Wednesday, September 04, 2019 @ 10:00a.m.
Wednesday, November 05, 2019 @ 10:00a.m.
 
Lafayette DCFS Office 
825 Kaliste Saloom Road, Bldg.3, Suite 150
Lafayette, LA  70508 (337) 262-5970
Saturday, June 15, 2019 @ 10:00a.m.
Tuesday, June 18, 2019 @ 6:00p.m.
Thursday, July 11, 2019 @ 6:00p.m.
Saturday, July 20, 2018 @ 10:00a.m.
Saturday, August 03, 2019 @ 10:00a.m.
Thursday, August 15, 2019 @ 6:00p.m.
Wednesday, September 04, 2019 @ 6:00p.m.
Tuesday, September 24, 2019 @ 6:00p.m.
Thursday, October 03, 2019 @ 6:00p.m.
Saturday, October 19, 2019 @ 6:00p.m.
Tuesday, November 05, 2019 @ 6:00p.m.
Saturday, November 23, 2019 @ 10:00a.m.
Thursday, December 05, 2019 @ 6:00p.m.
Tuesday, December 10, 2019 @ 6:00p.m.
 
ST. Landry Parish DCFS Office 
6069 I-49 S. Service Road, Suite C
Opelousas, LA  70570 (337) 942-0050
Tuesday, June 18, 2019 @ 10:00a.m.
Thursday, August 15, 2019 @ 10:00a.m.
Monday, October 21, 2019 @ 10:00a.m.
Tuesday, December 10, 2019@ 10:00a.m.

Jonah, Aaron, Malachi

​Jonah is a friendly child with a lot of energy. He likes going to school and is on target academically. Just like most active children, he enjoys playing indoors/outdoors, watching cartoons, playing video games, legos and basketball. He enjoys playing with his brothers, and like most big brother appreciates his alone time as well.  Jonah can be an affectionate child and enjoys receiving positive attention from his caregivers. He wants to maintain his family connection and desires to be adopted with his younger siblings. Jonah is looking for a forever family that will provide him with guidance, support, nurturance, and a loving environment.
 
Aaron is a vivacious and energetic child. He is friendly and outgoing. He enjoys playing with his toys inside but loves playing outside where he can run and be active. He likes to play basketball and prefer to play with others rather than play alone. Aaron likes to talk and seeks attention from his friends and caretakers. He is looking for a forever family that is compassionate and patient and will provide him with a nurturing environment.
 
Malachi is a quiet, loving, and sweet little boy.  He enjoys cuddling and playing with his blocks and balls. Malachi really likes to follow his big brothers around as well. He is not school aged but does attend day care. Malach is looking for a forever family that is caring, loving, and supportive.
 
The boys have maintained their family connection and it is their desire to be adopted together. The have a strong bond and truly depend and rely on each other.  They have expressed the desire to be adopted together and is looking for a forever family who is willing to adopt all three of them. Are you the forever family that is willing to increase you household by three?
 
The boys have maintained their family connection and it is their desire to be adopted together. The have a strong bond and truly depend and rely on each other.  They have expressed the desire to be adopted together and is looking for a forever family who is willing to adopt all three of them. Are you the forever family that is willing to increase you household by three?

Kierstin

Kierstin is a beautiful little girl with a bubbly personality. She is very nurturing and caring. Kierstin loves playing with other children and attending school. She enjoys visiting with her siblings and communicating with family members. Kierstin is looking for a family who will be able to provide for her basic needs and allow her to maintain contact with her siblings and family members. Kierstin has a lot of energy and she will need a family who can match her level of energy. This sweet, fun, and loving child wants a family who is patient and willing to provide her with unconditional love.

Gerold'Nesha

Gerold’Nesha is twelve years old.  She is sweet and soft spoken, but loves to have fun.  She enjoys dancing, riding her bike or scooter, and playing video games.  Gerold’Nesha loves horror movies.  She would like to try cheerleading. She has not had the opportunity to travel, but would love to do so.  Gerold’Nesha wants to be part of a big active family.   
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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

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?

Michael

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?

Tanner

Tanner is a shy, handsome teenager who is eager and willing to learn.  Tanner enjoys creating objects from wrought iron or steel by forging the metal, using tools to hammer, bend, and cut (blacksmith). In conjunction with working with his hands. Tanner also enjoys watching movies and playing video games.    Tanner appears quiet at first but loves to talk once he is comfortable with you.  Tanner is a high school student and he is looking for a family who will help him reach his full academic potential. He is looking for a family who can give him unconditional love and guidance. Are you the family for Tanner?

Michael

Michael is an extremely intelligent teenager and a gentleman of few words. He is in high school and excels in school is very his use of verbal expression. Michael is in high school and he does very well academically. His love for math and science will be needed because he desires a career in engineering and on the more technical side of things, welding. Outside of the classroom, Michael likes to stay active in sports, especially soccer. He also enjoys the arts and takes great interest in drawing, music, and listening to live bands. When he's not engaged in any of the previously mentioned activities, video games are a definite go-to, like most teenagers his age. Michael is interested in the ability to have a forever family that can assist him through the twist and turns of the transition from teenager into adulthood, and each day thereafter.
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Mia

Joseph

Savanna
​ON HOLD

Charles

Charles is an intelligent active teenager who would love to be part of a family unit. He particularly enjoys family “get togethers,” and other everyday activities that include the whole family. Like most youth his age, Charles enjoys video games, but definitely not more that outdoor activities. He likes bowling, going to the movies, and exploring “the country area of Louisiana” where open fields and farm animals can be observed at close range. Other favorite activities Charles enjoys are hunting, fishing, and riding his bike on a sunny day. He loves the game of baseball, and would like to play on a baseball team someday soon.

Charles is most successful when he has center stage and the undivided attention of the adults in his life, especially his parents. He does well in school academically, but sometimes finds it hard to sit still after he is done with his school work because he’d rather be outdoors. Charles is excited about the possibility of having his very own family, but wants his potential parents to know that he needs them to be active, supportive, and committed to the very end. Despite his independent nature, Charles would love a family that will patiently help him to navigate successfully through his life’s journey.

​Channia'yah, Channea'yah, & Kevina
ON HOLD

​Channia'yah is a beautiful nine-year-old girl with big brown eyes and a bright smile.  She is shy at first but warms up quickly and loves to talk.  She enjoys playing outside, swimming and responds well to praise and affirmation.  Channia'yah likes princesses, drawing, and crafts. She enjoys school and is an honor roll student.  Channia'yah is placed with two of her sisters.  They are very bonded and want to be adopted together.  They have three other siblings who they are also close to and enjoy visiting.  Channia'yah is open to different types of families.  She very much wants to be adopted with her two sisters
 
Channea'yah is a sweet active eight-year-old girl.  She is outgoing and talkative.  She has big beautiful eyes and a bright smile.  She is engaging and loves to talk.  She enjoys playing outside and swimming.  She enjoys coloring and making crafts.  She is an honor roll student.   She lives with two of her sisters and wants to be adopted with them. 
 
Kevina is a sweet precocious four-year-old girl.  She has big beautiful eyes and a bright smile.  She is friendly and talkative.  Kevina is easily engaged and loves to socialize.  She likes princesses, playing outside and swimming.  Kevina can be strong willed and determined, however she reposed well to redirection and praise.  She is intelligent and is eager to learn. She is the youngest of three sisters who want to be adopted together.

Gavin

If you are interested in more information on Gavin, please call Patricia D. Hebert, LCSW-BACS, Child Welfare Consultant/WWK Recruiter, EBR/Lafayette/Calcasieu Region DCFS Child Welfare
337-366-2001

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.

A'Miyah

A'Miyah & Aurianna

Aurianna
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

Ky'Mdra

Schuvontron

!ON HOLD!

This is Ky'Mdra he is a very fun and energetic nine year old. He has a lot of energy and he is looking for a forever family who can match his level of energy. He has some challengers in regards to education and will need a family who will ensure he reaches his full academic potential. This fun loving kids wants a family who is patient and willing to give unconditional love. Ky’Mdra has an eleven year old brother and it is the desire of both children to remain together to maintain their family connection.

Schuvontron is a very active 11 year old who requires lots of attention. He has some educational challenges and would love to have a kind and sweet family who will assist with his educational goals. He does well in a nurturing and structured environment. Schuvontron simply needs a family that can offer patience, consistency and love. Overall both children have a lot of love to give and want to remain together.
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Adalyn

​Adalyn is A 14 year old energetic teenager with an outspoken personality. You might find this beautiful teenager wearing her favorite color, blue and eating her all time favorite foods, chicken nuggets and pizza. Adalyn enjoys spending her pastime reading especially short story novels and watching television. But don't be fooled because when outdoors she loves playing basketball, football, doing cart wheels and round off flips. Adalyn has expressed a desire to become a police investigator in order to help people by solving crimes. This academically strong student would like a single or two parent family that can provide nurturing, unconditional love, and support in a structured environment.

Lavontray

Lavontray Rose is a 16 year old black male with a lot of personality. He is open to adoption and is very excited to have a forever home. Lavontray is a very outgoing and fun person who enjoys dancing, the cheer team at school as well as the track team. He also enjoys the drama club and would love to be a dancer, singer, or actor one day. Lavontray is very active and he would best suit parents who can keep up and support his ongoing activities. He is open to families in and out of the state of Louisiana.
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Antwon and Antonyo

!ON HOLD!

​Antwon is a high energy seven year old boy. He and his twin brother love sports and super hero. Antwon enjoys playing basketball and riding skateboards. He is energetic and engaging. He is affectionate and craves the affection and attention of the adults in his life. He has a passionate personality. Antwon is in the second grade. He struggles academically and requires parents who are committed to working with him and advocating for him.

Antonyo is the twin brother of Antwon and like most brother they scare similar interest. Antonyo likes playing basketball and playing with toy race cars. He is affectionate and talkative. He craves the affection and attention of the adults in his life. Antonyo is energetic, engaging and is excelling academically. Both brothers are looking for a forever family where they both can thrive and reach their full potential.

Brianna & Braylon
​ON HOLD

Brianna enjoys roller skating, soccer, reading and arts and crafts. Braylon likes playing outdoors, riding his bike and being around people. They are active and intelligent siblings who want a family willing to support their bond and adopt them together. For more information, please call Patricia D. Hebert, LCSW-BACS, Child Welfare Consultant/WWK Recruiter, EBR/Lafayette/Calcasieu Region DCFS Child Welfare
337-366-2001

Conner

Conner is a happy, energetic twelve-year-old male.   He is intelligent and inquisitive.   Conner loves playing with Legos, playing video games, watching television and fishing.  Conner is an affectionate child.  He likes to keep busy and has lots of energy to burn.  Conner is currently in the 7th grade.  He is very bright but needs parents who will keep him focused academically.  Conner has a good appetite.  His favorite food is pizza, although he is not a picky eater.  Conner is friendly and adjusts easily to others’ homes.  He likes meeting new people and showing them how to play games on the tablet. 
 
Conner would benefit from a one or two parent home.  He would need compassionate parents who are able to provide him with close supervision, support, guidance and unconditional love.  For additional information contact Patricia Hebert, Adoption Recruiter at (337) 366-2001 with the LA Department of Children and Family Services.

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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.

Jammaisia

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Jammaisia is a friendly fourteen-year old female that has a variety of hobbies that keeps her active. She loves to play outside and ride her bicycle. Jammaisia also enjoys playing video games, computer games, singing, listening to music, riding her scooter and running on the grass. She’s outgoing and active and plays basketball and baseball. Jammaisia is in the ninth grade and her academic performance is average. She struggles with the subjects of Math and Reading, she would benefit from extra educational support to keep her on target. Jammaisia has several friends and gets along fairly well with them. She is a big helper around the house. Jammaisia has an open mind about adoption. The ideal family will have a wealth of patience and understanding as Jammaisia learns to trust and adapt to a new environment.

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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Da'nayri

Da'Nayri is a 13 year old that loves center stage and goes out of her way to have the last word. She is outspoken and highly opinionated. There is never a day that Da'Nayri will say "No" to shopping in the mall and getting her hair and nails done. Da'Nayri is a great student academically and prides herself in achieving good grades. She aspires to attend college to become a nurse. Da'Nayri is looking for a family who will ensure she reaches her full academic potential. Da'Nayri wants a family who is willing to shower her with love and she will return the same love. She simply needs a family that can offer patience, consistency and love
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Joseph

For more information on Joseph, please call Patricia D. Hebert, LCSW-BACS, Child Welfare Consultant/WWK Recruiter, EBR/Lafayette/Calcasieu Region DCFS Child Welfare
337-366-2001

Dylan
!ON HOLD!

Dylan is a fun loving kid who enjoys sports. He is an athlete and he plays on his local recreation center football and basketball teams. Dylan is quiet and shy however, he does not mind rolling up his sleeves and helping with chores and volunteering to help others. He is looking for a forever family who is willing to assist him with reaching his full academic potential.  Dylan is a kid with a big heart and he is looking for a loving forever family to share his love. Are you willing to be the family that will make a difference in his life?

Brandy
​ON HOLD

Brandy is a fun and loveable little girl with a lot of love to give.  She is full of energy and looking for a forever family who can match here level of energy.  She is a playful jokester with a contagious laugh who loves to have fun, singing and dancing.  Her favorite food is a burrito and enjoys other foods as well. Brandy enjoys going on family outings and activities.  Brandy is very talkative so she is looking for a family that is willing to listen and offer unconditional love.  Are you ready to open your heart and home to this fun loving little girl?

Kylon and Kaitlyn
ON HOLD 

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