Service Name
Safe Havens for Abandoned Newborns
Eligibility
Newborn can be dropped of at the hospital by the mother or a person acting with the mother's permission.
Languages
Spanish
Fees
No cost
Address CountryCode
US
Service Hours
24/7
Service Description
None
Application/Referral Process
Baby should be dropped off at any hospital that is open 24 hours a day. Infant should be left with hospital worker wearing proper identification.
Description
Utah law allows birth parents to anonymously give up custody of their newborn child without facing any legal consequences. Any Utah hospital is designated as Safe Haven for newborns to be dropped off safely. DCFS then places the child for adoption.
Site
Taxonomy
Service Point ID
14224
Operational Status
Operational
Telehealth
No