Safe Haven Hotline (DCF)
(877) 839-2339
This hotline is for distressed parents who wish to give up an unwanted infant, 30 days or younger, anonymously. While no names or records are required, callers are encouraged to voluntarily provide information.
New Jersey's Safe Haven Infant Protection Act allows an individual to give up an unwanted infant safely, legally and anonymously. The parents - or someone acting on their behalf - can leave an unharmed baby less than 30 days old with staff at any hospital emergency room, police station, fire station, ambulance, first aid or rescue squad. The New Jersey Department of Children and Families will ensure that the infant is placed with a foster or pre-adoptive home.
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Last Updated: 12/14/22
NJ Department of Children and Families (DCF)
The New Jersey Department of Children and Families is the state’s first comprehensive agency dedicated to ensuring the safety, well-being and success of children, youth, families and communities. Our vision is to ensure a better today and even a greater tomorrow for every individual we serve.
NJ Adoption Hotline (DCF)
Share your love. Consider adopting a child into your family. Call to learn how you can change a child’s life forever by becoming an adoptive parent.
Child Abuse/Neglect Hotline (DCF)
Any person having reasonable cause to believe that a child has been abused or neglected has a legal responsibility to report it to the Division of Protection and Permanency (formerly known as the Division of Youth and Family Services). Calls can be made anonymously.
Foster Home Recruitment Line (DCF)
Many children in New Jersey need temporary homes until their parents are able to care for them or until a permanent home is found. Call to learn how you can open your heart and your home by becoming a foster parent.
Domestic Violence Services (DCF)
Fund local domestic violence programs providing emergency shelter and housing, advocacy, information, referral services, children’s services, education, networking, and more.
LGBTQI Resources (DCF)
Links to multiple agencies, coalitions, support organizations for the LGBTQI community members.