Safe Havens for Abandoned Newborns | Ray County Memorial 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
05/22/2024
Physical Address
904 Wollard Blvd, Richmond, MO 64085
Hours
24/7
Voice
Application process
Visit the 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
Interpreters available
Service area
Caldwell County, MO Carroll County, MO Clay County, MO Lafayette County, MO Ray County, MO
Agency info
RAY COUNTY MEMORIAL HOSPITAL
Ray County Memorial Hospital provides the community with professional, cost-effective health care.