Safe Havens For Abandoned Newborns | Ohio Department Of Children And Youth

Law/program that allows a parent to leave an infant (up to 30 days old) with: *a medical worker in a hospital; *a medical worker at a fire department or other emergency service organization; or *a peace officer at a law enforcement agency. Provides protection from prosecution only for the newborn's parents.If the infant is left with a person at one of these places, and has not been abused, the parent will face no legal consequences for making this choice.

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211 Fairfield

Physical Address

246 North High Street, Columbus, OH 43215

Hours

Hours vary based on location; many locations available Mon-Sun 24 Hours

Application process

Call or go online for more information.

Fee

None

Eligibility

Parents of newborns

Service area

Fairfield County, Ohio

Agency info

Ohio Department Of Children And Youth

The Ohio Department of Children and Youth's mission is to promote positive, lifelong outcomes for Ohio youth through early intervention, quality education, and family support programs.