[GoddessDanu]

My husband and I are going to be adopting a child from the foster care system here in Oregon. I'd like advice as whether or not we should use the state (Department of Human Services workers) or use a private adoption agency for the adoption. If we go through the state then the adoption is free but if we go through an agency it'll be $3000. I don't care paying if I get better service. Has anyone had experience with one or the other (any state) that you can share with me? I don't want to pick going through the state and then regret the decision if I feel that my case isn't getting the proper attention. On the other hand, who could pass up a free adoption? I'm really torn here. Any help would be greatly appreciated. Thanks!