Become a Foster or Adoptive Parent

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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

Northern Iowa
877-364-1113
foster-adopt@fouroaks.org

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:

Gage Miskimen
Community Engagement Coordinator
gmiskimen@fouroaks.org