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Safe Haven Box Saves Newborn in Indiana | Fort Wayne News
A mother in Marion, Indiana, made a courageous choice in June, using a Safe Haven Baby Box to safely surrender her newborn — a decision that’s now leading to the baby’s placement with an adoptive family. Founded in 2017 by Monica Kelsey, the Safe Haven Baby Boxes program offers a judgment-free, anonymous lifeline for mothers in crisis, helping prevent infant abandonment. Since launching, the program has facilitated 83 safe surrenders via physical boxes and over 200 through its 24/7 crisis hotline. With nearly 400 boxes installed nationwide, it’s a vital resource for communities in need — and…
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