Home » Foster Care » Foster Care Adoption Basics Foster Care Adoption Basics If you are considering growing your family through adoption, there are several processes you can choose from. One of the most common is adoption from foster care. This can be an amazing way to build your family while providing permanency and a loving home to a child in need. But, if you are new to the world of adoption, adopting a foster child can also seem overwhelming at the start. There is a lot to learn about the process, requirements, timeline, challenges and more — and if this is a type of adoption you’re considering, you likely have a lot of questions about these and many other topics. In the articles below, we’ll cover some of the basic foster care adoption information you’ll need to decide whether this process is right for your family.