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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.

Last assured

05/22/2024

Physical Address

904 Wollard Blvd, Richmond, MO 64085

Hours

24/7

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.

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