In Matter of Harriet U. v. Sullivan County Dept. of Social Servs. (224 AD2d 910 [3rd Dept 1996]), the Court found: "One purpose of Family Court Act 1017 is to help safeguard the infant's physical, mental and emotional well-being. Placement with a suitable relative can help the child by maintaining family ties and reducing trauma of removal. "In making a determination of placement, Family Court must consider not only the custodian's ability to provide shelter, but all the facts and circumstances relevant to the child's best interest." (Id at 911.)