BATON ROUGE — The Louisiana Department of Children and Family Services launched a new customer service number on Monday.

According to DCFS, the new number was designed to make it easier for Louisiana residents to reach the department for assistance. 

Residents can now call 877-7LADCFS (877-752-3237) for child support services, child welfare assistance, and other inquiries. The line will be operated from 7:30 a.m. to 6:00 p.m. from Monday to Friday.

The Child Abuse and Neglect Hotline will continue to operate 24/7 at 855-4LA-KIDS (855-452-5437).