The finding of permanent neglect is supported by clear and convincing evidence (Social Services Law § 384-b [7] [a]). The record shows that the agency made diligent efforts to encourage and strengthen respondent's relationship with her children by referring her to counseling, parenting skills and anger management courses, and by scheduling regular supervised visitation (see Matter of Jonathan M.,
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