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Safe Havens for Abandoned Newborns | Mother's Refuge

This agency is a safe haven for persons wishing to surrender physical custody of their infant.

Last assured

06/12/2025

Physical Address

Hours

24/7 facility

Voice

816-585-4611

Hotline

Application process

Visit agency 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

N/A

Service area

Kansas and Missouri

Agency info

MOTHERS REFUGE

Mother's Refuge operates two residential programs, (1) a maternity home for homeless, pregnant and parenting young moms, ages 12-21yo, and their babies, and (2) a Transitional Living Program for single moms 18+. In addition to providing a safe home, they provide comprehensive services to meet the needs of their residents and instill skills and knowledge needed to help them become self-sufficient. Services include access to medical care, individual case management and mental health services, access to academic education and employment, and life skills such as meal planning, budgeting, career building, and more.

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