Department of Social & Health Services v. Ferguson
Court of Appeals of Washington
1Opinion of the Court
*866Munson, J.
Mr. Frank Ferguson appeals the termination of his parental rights to his son, Dennis Ferguson, arguing the trial court's findings are without substantial evidence. We find clear, cogent and convincing evidence to support a finding that Dennis was dependent. There is an insufficient quantum of evidence, however, that the Department of Social and Health Services has provided reasonable services to help Mr. Ferguson become a better parent or that Mr. Ferguson is unlikely to become a better parent in the future.
DSHS initiated termination of Mr. and Mrs. Ferguson's parental rights to…
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