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
Orientation for Prospective Foster/Adoptive Parents: ONLINE or phone
09/09/2026 - 8:00 pm - 9:00 pm
Virtual: Core Teen 5 -Understanding and Managing Youth’s Challenging Behaviors Part 1
09/10/2026 - 6:00 pm - 8:30 pm
Ankeny: Positive Behavioral Management (NOT ONLINE)
09/12/2026 - 9:00 am - 12:00 pm Four Oaks Ankeny Office, Ankeny IA
Orientation for Prospective Foster/Adoptive Parents: ONLINE or phone
09/13/2026 - 8:00 pm - 9:00 pm
Virtual: Core Teen 6: Understanding and Managing Youth's Challenging Behaviors (part 2)
09/14/2026 - 6:00 pm - 8:30 pm
Virtual: Matching Forum
09/15/2026 - 7:00 pm - 8:00 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:
Des Moines 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
