In re S.C.R.

HUNTER, Robert C., Judge.

Respondent mother F.W. (“respondent”) appeals from the trial court’s order adjudicating her minor child S.C.R. dependent and neglected. She also appeals from the disposition order granting custody of the minor child to the Watauga County Department of Social Services (“DSS”), ordering DSS to cease reunification efforts, and setting a permanent plan of adoption or guardianship. Because the trial court improperly incorporated the allegations from the juvenile petition as its findings of fact, we reverse and remand for further proceedings.

Background

On 13 May 2010, DSS…