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
10/04/2026 - 8:00 pm - 9:00 pm
Virtual by ZOOM: Core Teen 3 - Developing and Sustaining a Healthy and Supportive Relationship with Your Youth
10/05/2026 - 6:00 pm - 8:00 pm
Virtual: The Child Welfare Legal Process
10/05/2026 - 6:00 pm - 9:00 pm
Virtual: Substance Use: An Emphasis on Opioids and Stimulants
10/06/2026 - 6:00 pm - 8:00 pm
Orientation for Prospective Foster/Adoptive Parents: ONLINE or phone
10/07/2026 - 8:00 pm - 9:00 pm
Orientation for Prospective Foster/Adoptive Parents: ONLINE or phone
10/11/2026 - 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 post-adoption support, call 515-415-4830, email foster-adopt@fouroaks.org, or complete our self-referral form.
Western Iowa
877-364-1113
foster-adopt@fouroaks.org
Photolisting
If you’re an HHS adoption worker starting the photolisting process, please email foster-adopt@fouroaks.org.
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:
