[ShellyandRon]

Hello, I'm just starting the process of adopting through foster care. I just filled out the background check form, financial report, expenses itemization sheet, and the application to operate a foster home. I'm suppose to start my home study and parenting classes next month.
Here's my questions. How long does it take for a person to get cleared for the go ahead to adopt after you turn in the paper work? Does it take longer to adopt through another state? When you finish your home study and parenting classes, how long does it take for placement?
My husband and I went through some tough life issues last year. We were hoping to adopt a newborn but the mother backed out at the moment. We bought everything. Our family was so excited and bought a million things as well. Everyone was devastated. The whole family knows about what we are trying to do once again. We are all hopeful and are hearts are hanging on a line it seems. Is this really the easiest way to go to adopt through foster care?
I'd love some fed back and any help anyone could give me. Thank you for listening.