Safe Havens for Abandoned Newborns | Research 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
04/09/2024
Physical Address
2316 E Meyer Blvd, Kansas City, MO 64132
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
Spanish
Service area
Jackson County, MO
Agency info
RESEARCH MEDICAL CENTER
Several hospital locations providing wide-range of medical and mental health services.