Safe Havens for Abandoned Newborns | Saint Luke's East Hospital
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 is under 45 days old and shows no signs of abuse or neglect.
Categories
Last assured
10/16/2024
Physical Address
100 NE Saint Luke's Blvd, Lees Summit, MO 64086
Hours
24/7 facility
Voice
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
Parent of child under the age of 45 days
Languages
Interpretation available
Service area
Kansas and Missouri
Agency info
SAINT LUKES HEALTH SYSTEM
A not-for-profit, faith-based health care organization.