Forever Families for Children

We believe every child deserves to grow up in a safe, loving, and nurturing family. Our mission is to support and empower adoptive families, ensuring children find the permanency of a "forever family"—a place where they can heal, grow, and reach their full potential.

Adoption is a life-changing decision, and welcoming a child into your home requires careful preparation. We're here to guide you through every step of the adoption process, making it as smooth and seamless as possible.

We support:

Families exploring domestic or international adoption
Birth parents facing difficult decisions about a pregnancy
Adopted individuals searching for information about their birth families

Adoption Stories: Hearts United

Families Become Lifelong Friends through Open Adoption
The Greatest Gift - Family

The Greatest Gift - Family

Adoptive Parent Profiles

Meet some of the families who are wishing to adopt.

Meet Families

Getting Ready to Adopt

If you’re considering adoption, our free informational meetings and educational workshops will help you prepare for the journey.

Informational Meetings
Informational meetings offer a big-picture view of the adoption process. These meetings are open to the public and serve as a great first step to understanding if adoption is the right choice for you.

Educational Workshops
Educational workshops give you an in-depth look at the adoption process, including common legal issues, the importance of cultural awareness, and what it's like to raise an adopted child. You'll also get to hear from both birth and adoptive parents about their experiences.

LOCATION & REGISTRATION

Sioux Falls:
621 East Presentation Street, Sioux Falls, SD 57104

Rapid City:
2920 Sheridan Lake Road, Rapid City, SD 57702

Post Legal Services

Non-Identifying Background Information
As an adoptee, you can request non-identifying background information, including social and medical history, which was provided to LSS at the time of your placement.

Identifying Background Information
To get identifying information as an adoptee, you may need to secure a court order from the county where your adoption was finalized. This process involves petitioning the court to authorize LSS to release adoption records. Once a court order is granted, you must submit a written request along with any necessary fees.

Birth Parent Information Update Form
If you're a birth parent, you can keep your information up to date by completing a Birth Parent Information Update Form from LSS. This form allows you to update your contact details, which helps make a potential connection with your birth child possible. The updated information will be kept on file until requested by the adoptee. Please note that identifying information can only be shared with birth parents if the adoptee has given consent.

Vital Services

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Lives Transformed

31,071
Staff Who Make a Difference

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Joshua D.

This place is amazing with very helpful staff!!!

Administration

Adoption