THIBODAUX 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 calling the Thibodaux region DCFS at (985) 447-0945.

Hannah

Hannah is a beautiful sixteen year old girl. Hannah is a very sweet child that gets along well with others. Hannah participates in and loves JROTC. Hannah's goal is to join the Marines after graduation, Hannah enjoys country music and spending time with friends. Hannah advocates for herself, and is able to articulate her needs. Hannah is in search of a family that will love her unconditionally and support her in reaching all her future goals.

Joshua
*ON HOLD*

Joshua is an affectionate male who loves attention. He is the life of the party and loves to tell jokes and dance. Joshua enjoys playing football, video games, computer games, legos, and being outdoors. Collecting Pokémon cards is his latest hobby. He is easy going and loves meeting new people. At school Joshua maintains average grades and has also been student of the month a few times. His favorite fast food restaurants are McDonald's and Taco Bell but he enjoys eating other foods as well. He wants be a part of a forever family who is willing to assist him with reaching he fullest potential. Joshua has some medical challenges that will require special attention and training. Overall Joshua is an awesome kid looking for an awesome family. To watch a video of Joshua, click here.

Jeremiah

Jeremiah will surely melt the hearts of his Forever Family with his smile and upbeat spirit. Jeremiah enjoys playing with his toys on the floor and having fun. Jeremiah does not use words to communicate, but he does make sounds and uses hand gestures to communicate his wants. Jeremiah is making progress developmentally and physically. His verbal and motor skills have improved as he grows and strives to perfect daily tasks. He enjoys hugs attention, and lots of affection. He thrives on positive interaction with his caretaker. Jeremiah's adoptive family will need to provide lifelong support and meet his ongoing medical, therapeutic, educational, and emotional needs.

Chad
​*ON HOLD*

Chad is a fun and caring 15 year old male. He loves sports such as football and basketball. His favorite teams are the Saints, LSU, Pelicans, and the Lakers. He wishes to one day play sports. His favorite colors are red and black. He is in the 8th grade. He does well academically and behaviorally. His hobbies are playing video games, especially 2k basketball, board games, and being outdoors. He has a big appetite. All foods are considered his favorite. Chad will benefit from a two-parent home with patient, structured, and nurturing caretakers who have a well-balanced educational foundation.
He does well with children and makes friends easily. He wishes to maintain contact with his biological family after adoption.

Jazelle

Jazelle is a very compassionate child. She has a pleasant personality. Jazelle enjoys going shopping and getting her hair and nails done. She also enjoys doing arts and crafts. She prefers the indoors, reading a good book, or watching her favorite television shows. Jazelle is enrolled in regular education classes. She does have challenges with her academics. She would like a family that would assist her in reaching her academic goals. Jazelle is looking for a family she can call her own. Jazelle wants a family that will love her and care for her and provide structure and consistency in a stable and nurturing environment. The ideal family will have a wealth of patience and understanding as Jazelle learns to trust and adjust to a new environment.

Alyssa
​*ON HOLD*

Alyssa is a smart sweet twelve year old child. She is very talented and enjoys arts & Crafts. She loves to care for smaller children and is a very nurturing person. She is very much a social butterfly and loves to be around people. She advocates for herself and she is able to articulate her needs. Alyssa is very persistent and determined. She is an average student that always strives to do her best. Her favorite subject is Science. Alyssa would benefit from a two-parent family who will love her and help her achieve her goals.

Nehemiah

​This cute, energetic 14 year old child is Nehemiah. He enjoys going to school and he is currently in the 7th grade. Nehemiah would like to attend college and play college basketball one day. He has enjoyed playing summer recreational sports over the years. He also enjoys playing video games. Nehemiah says he is not a fussy eater but he enjoys eating pizza the most. He describes himself as a friendly, healthy and athletic kid that likes to clown around and have fun. He loves animals but is especially fond of dogs. Nehemiah feels he would be most comfortable in a rural setting as opposed to the big city. He would like a family with other kids. Nehemiah does have a brother he would like to stay in contact with. Nehemiah would like a loving patient family.

Mickey

Mickey is a caring and outgoing 15 year old. He enjoys hunting, fishing, martial arts and riding horses. Mickey loves the outdoors and would like to be a part of a family that enjoys outdoor activities. He has always had a desire to live in the big city especially Texas. When Mickey grows up he would like to enroll in the Marines. Mickey is in the 9th grade and enjoys school. He does have to be encouraged to complete his assignments from time to time but overall he is a good student. Mickey is in search of a loving supportive and patient family.

Aaron

Aaron is a sweet, loving, 12 year old pre-teen boy. He enjoys playing with his Nintendo Switch, watching YouTube videos, and playing with Legos. Aaron enjoys playing with other children and playing outside. He enjoys music and playing instruments. Aaron recently placed second in a band contest in which he played the clarinet. He desires to be a part of a loving family that is patient with him. Aaron would like a home in which he can feel loved, accepted, and safe. Are you that family?

Zaranea

Zaranea is a very girly teenager who loves fashion, getting her hair and nails done. She is a very good dancer and from time to time you will find her making up various dance routines with her peers. Zaranea is very shy when she first meets someone, however when she is comfortable with you she can be expressive. She is in Middle School and is doing well academically. She is looking for a family who is willing to give her unconditional love. She adapts well in new environments and is opened to adoption and meeting new people. Are you the family for Zaranea?

Tremaryonia

Tremaryonia is a 16 year African American female. Tremaryonia is a smart, independent, caring and overprotective young lady. Tremaryonia enjoys school and interacting with her peers and teachers. She is on the swim team and the high school band where she plays the trombone. Tremaryonia has plans to attend college to pursue a degree in Law or Engineering. Tremaryonia enjoys shopping and attending events such as balls and parties. She also enjoys reading books. She would like a family who will be loving kind and patient and who will help her reach her fullest potential. Are you that family?

Bryli

Bryli is a sweet loving teenager. Bryli enjoys reading and playing with animals. She especially loves dogs. She has a sweet kind disposition and posses a quiet nature. Bryli also enjoys reading, watching tv and dancing. Bryli is in the 7th grade and she enjoys school and interacting with her friends. Bryli would benefit from a two parent home who will help her achieve her goals and love her unconditionally.

Alexis
*ON HOLD*

Alexis is a cute and playful little girl with a lot of personality. She loves unicorns, dancing playing with Barbie's, getting her hair done and playing on her tablet. When Alexis grows up, she would like to be a cook or a teacher. She is shy at first but soon opens up. Her foster mother says Alexis is very helpful and likes to read. She makes average grades, however she does not like to do homework and needs someone to take time with her to get it done. Alexis is open to trying new things and going to new places. She is a good eater but refuses to eat or cooked carrots. Alexis is very close to her siblings and is looking for a forever family that will allow her to maintain contact with them.  

Fla'mira
​*ON HOLD*

Fla'mira is an outgoing, energetic, and smart 10 year old. She loves spending time with her friends, going to birthday parties, and shopping. She likes music and dancing. She has a strong passion for fashion and loves buying new clothes and getting her hair done. Her favorite hobbies are arts and crafts (painting and coloring), shopping, and dancing. Fla'mira is a caring and affectionate little princess. She is a big helper around the home. She is in the fourth grade. She is an honor roll student. She is a class role model and she has been student of the month several times. She does great with other children!! She will benefit from a family that is caring and nurturing who wishes to love a free-spirited young girl.

Daymon
​*ON HOLD*

Daymon is an outgoing and athletic child. He is very sociable and makes friends easily. Daymon enjoys playing basketball and football. He would love to attend college at Louisiana State University. Daymon makes average grades. He would benefit from a family that can assist him in reaching his fullest potential. Daymon is a hardworking and motivated child. Daymon wants a family that will be loving, patient, understanding and supportive.

Zia'Lela

Zia'Lela is a bubbly, beautiful, happy teenager. She loves to laugh at others and have others laughing with her. Zia'Lela loves reading, drawing, dancing and playing games. Zia'Lela enjoys going to school and making good grades. She participates in various programs and clubs at school. Zia'Lela's foster mother said she is very outgoing, friendly and she shows others respect. Zia'Lela has siblings in foster care and she would love to maintain contact with them. Overall she is a fun loving teenager looking for a forever family.
​

Konetha

Konetha is a sweet and caring 15 year old girl. She enjoys painting, coloring, listening to music, playing card games and styling hair. When Konetha grows up she would like to be a cosmetologist. Konetha can be shy at first but once she becomes comfortable her amazing personality shines. She tends to show her comfort by smiling, singing, dancing and talking more. Konetha is very clean and organized. She is in the 8th grade and makes average grades. Konetha can sometimes have a hard time focusing and needs someone to redirect her attention when this occurs. She loves to eat candy and chips. However, she will also eat a wide variety of different foods. Konetha desires a family that will love her unconditionally and provide her support.

Daelynn

Daelynn is a fourteen-year-old female who has a pleasant personality and a smile that warms your heart. She is very respectful. Daelynn is your typical teenager who loves playing games, going on social media, communicating with her friends via text messages, and getting her hair done. She prefers being indoors watching movies on Netflix. She sometimes spends her weekend binging on movies. Daelynn has no desire to go to the movies, as she states Netflix has all the "good" movies. Daelynn loves going to school. She will not miss a day of school unless it is absolutely necessary. Daelynn would thrive in a family that would provide structure and consistency in a stable and nurturing environment.

Elda
*ON HOLD*

Elda is a beautiful, tall and thin girl She loves going to school and being with her friends. She enjoys reading in her free time.. Elda, like many teenage girls, is infatuated with young boy bands. She spends time reading about them and listening to their music. Elda is not a street-smart teenager and still possesses an innocence about her. She still enjoys snuggling up with stuffed animals. Elda is eager to help around the house and learn new independent living skills. She enjoys clowning around with adults and having one-on-one time with them. She prefers the individual attention over being with other children in the home. Elda is in search of a loving caring and supportive family.

​For more information, call
(985) 447-0945