In re Shaianna Mae F.

The finding of permanent neglect was supported by clear and convincing evidence (see Social Services Law § 384-b [7] [a]). The record demonstrates that the agency made diligent efforts to encourage and strengthen the parental relationship, including, inter alia, the arrangement of frequent visitation with the child, the referral for individual and group domestic violence therapy sessions, consultation and cooperation with respondent in an attempt to develop a plan for appropriate services for the child, and the provision of counseling services (see Matter of Imani Elizabeth W] 56 AD3d 318…