Wolfforth Texas Blesses 4th Baby Box in Texas!
Saving lives just got a little easier in Wolfforth, Texas, as our newest baby box will be blessed on December 2nd, 2024. The newest addition represents a significant step forward in our mission to provide a safe and anonymous alternative to surrendering an infant. Located at 304 Cedar Avenue in Wolfforth, our new location will offer a secure and compassionate option for parents in crisis and help ensure every infant has a chance for a safe and loving future. Across the country there are 292 Safe Haven Baby Box locations with 4 in Texas.
The Safe Haven Baby Box in Wolfforth would not have been possible without the local advocates who worked tirelessly to bring this resource to their community. We would like to thank Tienert Metals, DK Hunt Electric, Fietrol, Wolfforth City Council, Wolfforth Fire EMS, Turning Point Community Church, and Lubbock Telcom for helping to bring this box to the community!
Safe Haven Baby boxes was founded by Monica Kelsey on a mission to end infant abandonment. In addition to baby boxes, the organization provides a confidential National
Hotline, 1-866-99BABY1. Seventeen states have a Baby Box presence within their state. Kelsey shared, “We have seen time and time again that preparation can save and change lives. We never know when or where we will be needed, so it is crucial to have options for mothers in crisis. I am grateful for local advocates who take our mission to their community.”
Since 2017, 54 infants have been safely and legally surrendered in a Baby Box. The National Safe Haven Crisis line has assisted with over 150 handoff surrenders. Each year the numbers increase with more baby boxes available across the country. Surrendered infants are adopted by families who have registered as foster to adopt. The Local Department of family services coordinates the adoption process.
WHAT: Blessing of the 292nd Safe Haven Baby Box
WHERE: Wolfforth Fire EMS, 305 Cedar Avenue, Wolfforth, TX 79382
WHEN: Monday, December 2nd, 2024 at 4PM CST
SPEAKERS INCLUDED:
● Monica Kelsey, Safe Haven Baby Boxes Founder
● Charles Addington, Mayor
● Bailey Barkley, Wolfforth Methodist Church
BLESSING AND REMARKS:
● Bailey Barkley, Wolfforth Methodist Church
FINAL REMARKS:
● Monica Kelsey, Safe Haven Baby Boxes (unlock box)
SOCIAL MEDIA LINKS:
Safe Haven Baby Boxes Website
Safe Haven Baby Boxes Facebook
Safe Haven Baby Boxes Instagram
Safe Haven Baby Boxes Twitter
Safe Haven Baby Boxes TikTok
SOCIAL MEDIA OF THE LOCATION
City of Wolfforth Website
City of Wolfforth Facebook