Safe Havens for Abandoned Newborns | VA - Eastern Kansas - Medical Center
This hospital is a safe haven for persons wishing to legally surrender physical custody of their infant. Person stating that they are the parent may leave an infant (without fear of prosecution) in the hands of staff. A parent will not be prosecuted for leaving their newborn at a safe haven if they follow the laws, assuming the child shows no signs of abuse or neglect.
Categories
Last assured
07/17/2024
Physical Address
4101 4th St Tfkwy, Leavenworth, KS 66048
Hours
24/7
Application process
Visit hospital and leave child with an employee (must leave with a person, not outside). Information on the person leaving the child may be asked for but is not required.
Fee
None
Eligibility
Any person having lawful custody of a child less than less than 60 days old in Kansas and less than 45 days old in Missouri.
Languages
N/A
Service area
Kansas
Agency info
VETERANS ADMINISTRATION EASTERN KANSAS
Provide hospital and outpatient medical services to veterans, as well as several housing and counseling programs.