A Texas child has been separated from her biological family and placed in a non-licensed foster home despite the availability of siblings and extended family. Everleigh Grace Landrum cannot speak for herself.

This petition asks state authorities to verify her safety, restore visibility, and reconsider family placement—before more harm is done.

Statement of Concern

My name is Alexis Landrum, and I am the biological mother of Everleigh Grace Landrum, who was removed from my care at birth in January 2024 by the Texas Department of Family and Protective Services (DFPS).

Since that moment, I have lived in a state of constant fear and uncertainty regarding my daughter’s safety and well-being.

Everleigh was removed under circumstances that I believe involved false claims, procedural irregularities, and demonstrated bias. From the outset, reunification efforts were obstructed rather than supported, despite my consistent engagement and compliance with all requirements presented to me.

After a prolonged case, my parental rights were terminated by the Grayson County Family Court. Although the court ultimately accepted a document styled as a “voluntary relinquishment,” this decision was made under extreme pressure and is not voluntary in substance. That judgment remains disputed.

This petition is not submitted to inflame emotion or assign guilt. It is a request for accountability, transparency, and verification that a child in state custody is safe and protected according to law.

Circumstances Surrounding Termination of Parental Rights

For nearly two years, I demonstrated sustained compliance, progress, and commitment to reunification. Despite this, I was subjected to escalating coercive pressure to relinquish my rights rather than receive a fair adjudication. In July, I was confronted with an impossible choice: sign under duress or face a rushed trial without prepared counsel and without the admission of critical evidence in my possession—despite prior assurances that such evidence would be heard. This process raises serious concerns regarding due process, informed consent, and fundamental fairness, especially where the outcome permanently severed a child from her biological family.

Current Placement and Safety Concerns

Everleigh is currently placed in a non-relative, non-licensed foster home, despite the existence of biological siblings and extended family members who were legally recognized as intervenors and supported by both parents.

This placement raises significant concerns:

The foster home is unlicensed, requiring heightened oversight Family-based placement options exist but were not utilized Family visitation has been severely restricted, limiting visibility into Everleigh’s welfare The placement has been associated with prior allegations, requiring transparency and verification Reports of sexual abuse connected to the placement have been raised, yet family members have received no clear confirmation of findings, resolution, or corrective action Children placed in unlicensed environments are entitled to more oversight and transparency—not less. Legal and Child Welfare Framework

Texas child welfare policy and national best practices prioritize:

Child safety as the primary concern
Family-based placement when safe and available Regular visitation to preserve emotional and psychological stability
Prompt investigation and documented response to abuse allegations
Ongoing oversight and compliance for all placements When these safeguards fail, children are exposed to preventable and unacceptable risk.

Why Public Attention Is Necessary

Everleigh is too young to advocate for herself. When family contact is restricted and oversight is unclear, public attention becomes a necessary safeguard. This petition does not presume guilt. It calls for verification. If Everleigh is safe, that safety should be documented, transparent, and communicated. If deficiencies exist, they must be addressed immediately.

What We Are Respectfully Requesting We call upon DFPS, Empower, TFI, and appropriate oversight authorities to:

1. Conduct an immediate, independent review of Everleigh Grace Landrum’s placement
2. Confirm and publicly document the licensing status and compliance of the foster home
3. Perform and document a comprehensive welfare and safety assessment
4. Address all reported abuse concerns with transparency and accountability
   Restore meaningful and appropriate family visitation
5. Re-evaluate family-based placement and reunification options

These actions protect not only Everleigh, but the integrity of the child welfare system itself.

A Mother’s Appeal

This petition is written with care and restraint—but it is born from fear no parent should endure. No child in state care should be hidden from visibility or oversight. No parent should be denied confirmation that their child is safe. Everleigh deserves safety, stability, and connection.

Please sign and share this petition to call for oversight, accountability, and child protection.

At the very least, ensure that Everleigh Grace Landrum is safe, visible, and properly protected.