Become a Foster or Adoptive Parent
I’m trying to foster or adopt a child I know
Hablamos español.
Sea un padre de crianza o adoptivo.
Upcoming Training
Ottumwa: TCU Empowering, Connecting, and Correcting Principles (NOT ONLINE)
05/19/2026 - 6:00 pm - 8:00 pm Trinity Church of the Nazarene, Ottumwa
Virtual: Healthy Relationships for Foster Parents
05/19/2026 - 6:00 pm - 8:00 pm
Matching Forum - virtual
05/19/2026 - 7:00 pm - 8:00 pm
Orientation for Prospective Foster/Adoptive Parents: ONLINE or phone
05/20/2026 - 8:00 pm - 9:00 pm
Virtual: The Impact of Trauma and Substance Use
05/21/2026 - 6:00 pm - 8:00 pm
Orientation for Prospective Foster/Adoptive Parents: ONLINE or phone
05/24/2026 - 8:00 pm - 9:00 pm
Contact Us
Foster care and adoption questions
If you’re interested in becoming a foster or adoptive family, please start here. For information about post-adoption support services, please call or email
Cedar Rapids Area
Email: foster-adopt@fouroaks.org
Phone: 877-364-1113
Photolisting
If you’re a DHS adoption worker starting the photolisting process, please email foster-adopt@fouroaks.org. See more resources here.
Media Inquiries
For an in-depth look at Foster care and Adoption in Iowa or If you are a reporter with further questions, please contact:
news@fouroaks.org
