Safe Haven Law Support and Resources for Providers

The Baby Moses Hotline is here to provide information about the Safe Haven / Baby Moses Law, the steps to surrendering a baby safely, and any options a parent would like to discuss.

The hotline can also give referrals to other resources such as food banks, shelters, crisis centers, counselors, and low- or no-cost medical services.

Call, text, or chat us anytime for more information.

Receiving a Safe Haven Surrender in Texas

Designated Emergency Infant Care Information

• Fire stations, EMS stations, and hospitals are Designated Emergency Infant Care (DEIC) locations under the Safe Haven law.  
• Designated Emergency Infant Care (DEIC) providers are responsible for accepting the child under the Safe Haven law.
• It is not your responsibility to determine harm; this is the responsibility of Child Protective Services.
• DEIC is required to have the child transported to a hospital, where they will be examined, and medical care is provided.
• Once the child is at the hospital, the hospital will notify CPS through the Statewide Intake reporting line (800)252-5400. Let the intake specialist know that you have a surrender under the Baby moses law.
• CPS will take custody of the child after medical assessment.
• CPS will then start the process for placement/foster care for the child.

Our hotline is available 24/7 to call, text, or chat. We are here to help.