In re Daquan D.
The case involves the affirmation of Family Court orders that terminated the parental rights of a respondent mother to her four children (Daquan D., Dominique H., Jamel C., and David H.) and committed their custody and guardianship to a petitioner for adoption. The court found permanent neglect, citing the child care agency's diligent efforts to support the parental relationship which were frustrated by the respondent's lack of cooperation, including her failure to sustain participation in programs and her prolonged incarceration. The record supported the finding that the agency made diligent efforts despite the respondent's non-cooperation. Furthermore, the disposition to free the children for adoption was deemed in their best interests, supported by a preponderance of the evidence. This decision was based on the respondent's extensive incarceration and continuous failure to assume parental responsibilities, ultimately offering the children a chance for a stable familial environment.