Service Name
Safe Havens for Abandoned Newborns
Eligibility
Newborn can be dropped of at the hospital by a parent or a person acting with a parent's permission.
Languages
Spanish
Fees
No cost
Address CountryCode
US
Service Hours
24/7
Service Description
None
Application/Referral Process
Infant should be left with a hospital worker wearing proper identification or a name badge.
Description
Designated as Safe Haven for newborns to be dropped off safely. Utah law allows birth parents to anonymously give up custody of their newborn child without facing any legal consequences. DCFS then places the child for an immediate adoption.
Site
Taxonomy
Service Point ID
14232
Operational Status
Operational
Telehealth
No