MATTER OF MEGAN VICTORIA C-S.

4989, 4989A, 4989B.

84 A.D.3d 472 (2011)

922 N.Y.S.2d 360

In the Matter of MEGAN VICTORIA C-S. and Others, Children Alleged to be Permanently Neglected. MARIA ESTHER S., Appellant; ABBOTT HOUSE, Respondent.

Appellate Division of the Supreme Court of New York, First Department.

Decided May 5, 2011.


The finding of permanent neglect was supported by clear and convincing evidence of respondent's failure to plan for the children's future, notwithstanding the petitioning agency's diligent efforts (Social Services Law § 384-b [7] [a]; see Matter of Sheila G., 61 N.Y.2d 368 [1984]). The agency's diligent efforts were demonstrated by, inter alia, the development of a service plan; the scheduling of visitation; repeated attempts...

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