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Safe Havens for Abandoned Newborns
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Safe Havens Program at South Dakota Department of Social Services
Safe Havens at Pierre - N. Harrison Avenue
State law allowing a parent to voluntarily leave their baby if: The child is less than 60 days old The baby has not been harmed Key provisions of this program include: The parent may be asked for medical information related to the baby's medical history Identification of themselves or the other parent are not required Leaving the baby at a Safe Haven location is not a crime If a parent doesn't express intent to return...
State law allowing a parent to voluntarily leave their baby if:
- The child is less than 60 days old
- The baby has not been harmed
- The parent may be asked for medical information related to the baby's medical history
- Identification of themselves or the other parent are not required
- Leaving the baby at a Safe Haven location is not a crime
- If a parent doesn't express intent to return for the baby, their parental rights will be terminated after 14 days.
- Hospitals or clinics
- Law enforcement officers
- Licensed child placement agencies
- Any Department of Social Services office
- Emergency medical technicians
- Firefighters
24/7 Crisis Hotline Program at National Safe Haven Alliance
Glendale Site
The 24/7 crisis hotline provides support and direction for parents and providers regarding the Safe Haven law, including Safe Surrender locations, adoption resources and parenting support. The National Safe Haven Alliance also can provide direct resources to assist and prevent infant abandonment. The crisis hotline is staffed by social workers, nurses, and paramedics that have received comprehensive training and are able to support and assist...
The 24/7 crisis hotline provides support and direction for parents and providers regarding the Safe Haven law, including Safe Surrender locations, adoption resources and parenting support. The National Safe Haven Alliance also can provide direct resources to assist and prevent infant abandonment. The crisis hotline is staffed by social workers, nurses, and paramedics that have received comprehensive training and are able to support and assist parents and providers.
