CindyCronkhite

Failed to conduct an independent investigation into the circumstances of the case; relied on disputed DSS information without adequately verifying accuracy; failed to fully consider evidence supporting reunification; failed to adequately consider approved relative placement options; failed to advocate for the least restrictive placement option; failed to address delays affecting reunification; failed to ensure the children's relationship with their parent was protected; failed to challenge disputed evidence presented by DSS; failed to investigate claims regarding improper removal and procedural issues; failed to address concerns regarding visitation being reduced or suspended; failed to provide recommendations based on a complete and balanced review of all evidence; failed to adequately communicate concerns raised by the parent; failed to consider the parent's completed services, stable housing, negative drug tests, and efforts toward reunification; and made recommendations that the parent believes did not accurately reflect the children's best interests.

Submitted reports and recommendations that ignored key evidence supporting reunification, including my negative drug screens, approved kinship placement, and concerns about visits being suspended.

Provided or relied on false and misleading information while ignoring evidence supporting reunification and my relationship with my child. Appeared to favor the foster placement while minimizing my parental bond, my evidence, and reunification efforts. Cindy failed to fully investigate my child’s best interests, ignored key evidence, and supported continued separation from me.

Nothing she has done has been in the best interest of the children, she has kept the mother from seeing her girls as well as been untruthful

Cindy Cronkhite failed to include important facts in GAL reports, did not support safe family placement, and contributed to continued separation from my children.

Lied under oath, deprived mothers visits.

Supported agency recommendations that limited reunification, visitation, and family placement efforts.