Safe Haven
Information about the Save Haven law
WHAT IS SAFE HAVEN?
A series of high-profile infant abandonment cases across the country prompted the Louisiana Legislature to enact the Safe Haven law, to provide for the Safe Haven relinquishment of newborns.
It’s Anonymous
Parents do not have to give their name or any other information, and Safe Haven employees will keep everything confidential.
Parents can call 1-800-CHILDREN to learn about their parental rights or anonymously give medical information about the baby to be used for adoption purposes.
Designated Safe Haven Locations includes any of the following:
- Licensed Hospitals in Louisiana
- Public Health Units
- Emergency Medical Service Providers
- Medical Clinics
- Fire Stations
- Police Stations
- Pregnancy Crisis Centers
- Child Advocacy Centers
More information regarding the Safe Haven Law is available by calling toll-free 1-800-CHILDREN (244-5373) through the Office of Community Services. Or you can click this link here for more info.
