SHREVEPORT 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 the Shreveport DCFS (318) 676-7100

NEW FOSTER PARENT ORIENTATION CLASS LOCATIONS:
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​Shreveport State Office Building
1525 Fairfield Avenue, 9th floor conference room
Saturday, November 21, 2020 @ 10:00 a.m.
Tuesday, December 8, 2020 @ 6:00 p.m.
Tuesday, December 29, 2020 @ 6:00 p.m.

Skye

Skye is a beautiful teenager who enjoys reading fiction stories and novels. Skye can be shy when she is just getting to you, but once she feels comfortable around you, her bubbly personality emerges. Like most teenage girls, she enjoys getting her hair and nails done. Skye loves school and she excels in all of her classes. She loves animals and dreams of becoming a veterinarian. She is looking for a forever family that will assist her with reaching her full academic potential. Skye loves being the center of attention and loves praise and kudos when she is doing well. Are you the forever family for Skye?Click here to view a video of April
For additional information on Skye, please contact the Shreveport region DCFS at 318-676-7100

Joshua

​Joshua is a smart, funny and active little boy. Joshua loves bowling and attending church on Sundays. During Joshua’s free time at home, he enjoys watching Buppie Guppies. Joshua is a lovable child and he thrives in an environment where he feels safe and loved. Joshua attending school daily and works very hard to maintain passing grades. Joshua is a very active child and he is looking for a family who can match his level of energy.  Joshua is a special child who is in search of his special forever family. Joshua is always up to a challenge. His motto is “I can do it and never give up”. Joshua is ready to meet his forever family.  

Glentayvous
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Glentayvous is a free-spirited teenager who loves the outdoors. He displays his love for music by singing and playing the drums. This entertainer is very proud of his ability to sing and recite bible verses. He's also a member of the drill team in church. Glentayvous likes school and enjoys reading, math and handwriting. This active boy loves sports and used to play football at school. Video games is another favorite pastime for Glentayvous. There's no surprise that Glentayvous has a good appetite with his favorite foods being hamburgers, chicken and ice cream.

Glentayvous would like a mom and dad who will be active in outdoor activities and sports. He hopes his mom and dad will understand his desire to maintain contact with his sister. He also would like his forever mom and dad to allow him to continue participating in youth church activities.

David
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David is a very active little boy who is looking for a forever family to match his level of energy. He enjoys playing outside, fishing and hunting. He also enjoys playing video games and watching his favorite TV shows on Nick Jr. David attend school daily and his favorite subject is science. David desires to be in a home with lots of attention and love. He desires a family who enjoys fresh air and sunshine.  David wants a forever family who is supportive of him maintaining contact with his younger brother after adoption. David is a true joy to any family who is willing to take the time to love and nurture him. To learn more about David, please contact Geoi Smart at 225-337-0058 or Geoi.Smart.DCFS@LA.Gov or LaToria Cottonham at 318-676-7009.
 

K'Shawn
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K’Shawn is a fun, enthusiastic and polite little boy.   K’Shawn is outgoing and enjoys making new friends. He loves reading, attending church, and building leggos.  He is earning passing grades at school.  His favorite subjects are Math and Art.  K’Shawn is seeking parents who are willing to spend extra time assisting him to achieve his fullest potential academically and homebound. He likes playing with others and being outdoors.  K’Shawn is a lover of pets and art therefore; he is looking for a forever family who shares his common interest.  He describes his forever family as loving and supportive.  He does not mind rolling up his sleeves and helping with chores and volunteering to help others.  He loves to eat Mexican and Italian foods.  K’Shawn is excited about adoption and ready to meet his forever family.    ​

Nevaeh
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​Nevaeh is a beautiful little girl who has a smile that brightens the room. Although she faces challenges daily, she is a joy to be around. Nevaeh loves to smile when she hears voices and music. She enjoys when you speak to her in a soft voice and a lot of cuddles. With her facial expressions, she has a way of letting you know when she is happy and having a good time.  Nevaeh will need a family forever family that will assist her with reaching her full potential.  She needs a family that is caring, supportive, nurturing and loving. Nevaeh is a loveable child and is looking forward to becoming apart of a loving family.
 
 

Janyra

Janyra is a beautiful teenager, who is very polite. She really enjoys her alone time. She keeps her circle of friends small, but if she considers you her friend, you are definitely trustworthy. Janyra loves high school and is interested in band and the dance team. She can be rather shy, but once she warms up, she can be quite inquisitive. Janyra love family and desires to maintain her family connection. Janyra can be quite creative with her hair and desires to cosmetologist who with her own shop. She never has the same look when it comes to her creative hairstyles. Janyra is avoids conflict and rather be the peacemaker. Janyra would like to be with a family who accepts her and will allow her to continue to interact with her siblings. 

For more information call (318) 676-7100.