In re K.G. CA4/3

INTRODUCTION

Y.V. (Mother) appeals from the order terminating her parental rights to her daughter, K.G., pursuant to Welfare and Institutions Code section 366.26, subdivision 1 (b)(1) and ordering adoption as the permanent plan. Mother argues the juvenile court erred by finding the parental-benefit exception (§ 366.26, subd. (c)(1)(B)(i)) did not apply and by denying her request for a bonding study. We conclude the trial court did not err by finding the parental-benefit exception did not apply. K.G. is challenged by many serious physical, medical, and intellectual issues. She has cerebral palsy, autism, and a severe intellectual disability called Sjorgen-Larsson syndrome, among other issues. She is unable to form sentences or words and expresses her feelings and needs by making sounds or physical gestures such as smiling and pointing. K.G. is fortunate to have a caregiver who meets all of her needs, loves her, and wants to adopt her. The juvenile court engaged in the correct assessment and concluded the benefit to K.G. of placement in a new, adoptive home outweighed the harm of losing her relationship with Mother. The court acted within its discretion by reaching this conclusion…