Safe Havens for Abandoned Newborns | KCVA - 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 is under 45 days old and shows no signs of abuse or neglect.
Categories
Last assured
06/10/2024
Physical Address
4801 Linwood Blvd, Kansas City, MO 64128
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
N/A
Service area
KS MO
Agency info
VETERANS ADMINISTRATION MEDICAL CENTER KANSAS CITY
Provide hospital and inpatient, outpatient medical services to veterans, as well as several housing and counseling programs.