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
Voice
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.