Lafayette

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:

Lafayette Regional DCFS Office
825 Kaliste Saloom, Building 3, Lafayette, LA 70508
Tuesday, January 28, 2020 @ 6:00 p.m.
Saturday, February 08, 2020 @ 10:00 a.m.
Tuesday, February 18, 2020 @ 6:00 p.m.
Saturday, March 14, 2020 @ 10:00 a.m.
Tuesday, March 24, 2020 @ 6:00 p.m.
Tuesday, April 7, 2020 @ 6:00 p.m.
Saturday, April 18, 2020 @ 10:00 a.m.
Tuesday, May 12, 2020 @ 6:00 p.m.
Saturday, May 23, 2020 @ 10:00 a.m.
Tuesday, June 9, 2020 @ 6:00 p.m.
Saturday, June 20, 2020 @ 10:00 a.m.
Tuesday, July 14, 2020 @ 6:00 p.m.
Saturday, July 25, 2020 @ 10:00 a.m.
Saturday, August 15, 2020 @ 10:00 a.m.
Tuesday, August 25, 2020 @ 6:00 p.m.
Saturday, September 12, 2020 @ 10:00 a.m.
Tuesday, September 22, 2020 @ 6:00 p.m.
Saturday, October 3, 2020 @ 10:00 a.m.
Tuesday, October 13, 2020 @ 6:00 p.m.
Tuesday, November 10, 2020 @ 6:00 p.m.
Saturday, November 21, 2020 @ 10:00 a.m.
Saturday, December 5, 2020 @ 10:00 a.m.
Tuesday, December 15, 2020 @ 6:00 p.m.

Acadia Parish DCFS Office
600 North Avenue G, Crowley, LA 70526
Thursday, January 23, 2020 @ 10:00 a.m.
Thursday, April 23, 2020 @ 10:00 a.m.
Tuesday, August 20, 2020 @ 6:00 p.m.
Thursday, December 10, 2020 @ 10:00 a.m.

St. Landry Parish DCFS Office
6069 I-49 Service Road, Suite C, Opelousas, LA 70570
Monday, February 10, 2020 @ 10:00 a.m.
Monday, June 22, 2020 @ 10:00 a.m.
Monday, October 5, 2020 @ 10:00 a.m.

Iberia Parish DCFS Office
705 Bayard Street, New Iberia, LA 70560
Monday, March 16, 2020 @ 10:00 a.m.
Monday, July 27, 2020 @ 10:00 a.m.
Monday, November 16, 2020 @ 10:00 a.m.

Channea'yah, & Kevina

Channea'yah is a sweet active 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 her sister and wants to be adopted with her.

Kevina is a sweet precocious 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 sister

Gavin

Jonah, Aaron, Malachi
ON HOLD

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
ON HOLD

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 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

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?

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?

Keviana

Keviana is a sweet soft-spoken teenager with a beautiful smile and loving personality. She enjoys playing basketball, engaging with her peers and listening to music. Keviana enjoys attending school and is looking for a forever family that will assist her with reaching her full academic potential. She would like to be a part of family that is active and participates in activities together. Keviana has a loving relationship with her younger brother and it is her desire to maintain that family connection. Keviana is willing to meet new people and is opened to adoption. Are you the forever family for Keviana? To watch a video of Keviana, click here.

Jazmine
ON HOLD

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.

Aurianna
ON HOLD

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

Zachary

Click here to watch a video of Zachary

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.

Adalyn

Adalyn is an 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.

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 brothers, they share 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.

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 and Kaitlyn
ON HOLD

La'Bryan

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?

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.

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.

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.

Da'nayri

Da'Nayri is a teenager who loves the spotlight and is not afraid to offer her opinion. 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.

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

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?

Brionna

Brionna is a spontaneous teenager, who is very expressive and has a lot enthusiasm in everything that she does. She is able to hold a great conversation and enjoys interacting with others. She also enjoys attending school daily and is looking for a forever family that is willing to help her reach her full academic potential. Brionna has a loving relationship with her siblings and enjoys visiting with them. It is her desire to remain in contact with them to ensure her family connection. Brionna simply needs a family that can offer patience, consistency, and love. Overall, Brionna has a lot of love to give.

Mikavion
ON HOLD

Mikavion is a lovable child with a quiet personality and maybe shy when he first meets someone new. He engage easily with others and enjoys spending time with them. Mikavion enjoys superheroes, especially Batman. He loves to play outside, riding his bike and jumping on the trampoline. Mikavion attends school daily, and he is looking for a forever family that is willing to help him reach his full academic potential. Mikavion is a loving child who is opened to adoption and he ready to meet his forever family. Are you that special family that is ready to have Mikavion as a part of your family? To watch a video of Mikavion, click here.

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

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