South Carolina Department of Social Services v. Cameron N.F.L.

Cameron N.F.L. (Mother) appeals the family court’s termination of her parental rights to her minor child (Child). After careful consideration, we hold the family court erred in finding termination of Mother’s parental rights was in Child’s best interest.

FACTS/PROCEDURAL HISTORY

Mother gave birth to Child in September of 2003. On July 28, 2008, the Department of Social Services (DSS) filed an intervention action against Mother due to the deplorable conditions of Mother’s home, allegations of drug abuse, and domestic disputes. At that time, Mother’s home was excessively cluttered and infested…