Where Families Find Support
DCFS is a child-centered partner that protects children, supports families, and works with communities to promote safety and stability at home.
Report Child Abuse & Neglect
Help us protect Louisiana’s children. Call 1-855-4LA-KIDS (1-855-452-5437) toll-free, 24 hours a day, seven days a week.
Report Child Sex Trafficking
To report a case of suspected child sex trafficking, call 1-855-4LA-KIDS (1-855-452-5437), then select option #4. This line is in operation 24 hours a day, seven days a week.
Applying for & Managing Services
LA CAFÉ is Louisiana’s online portal for checking your case status, and managing your information. Whether you’re applying for the first time or keeping your information up to date, everything you need is right here.
Call us!
Our Customer Service Center is here to help. If you have questions about DCFS services, need assistance with your case, or aren’t sure where to start, call our Customer Service Center at 1-877-752-3237.
Get the Support You Need
Foster or Adopt
See how you can provide stability, care, or a permanent home for a child.
Child Support
Access tools to request or enforce support orders and manage payments to ensure your child’s financial stability.
My Community Cares
Every family deserves the support they need. My Community Cares connects you with local resources that help families stay strong, safe, and together.
About DCFS
Learn how DCFS is organized and how each office works together to serve Louisiana’s children and families.
Upcoming Events
Find Services Near You
Find a DCFS office near you, Safe Haven locations, or other community partners—like food pantries, health clinics, and more.
Mandated Reporters
A mandated reporter is a professional or other legally designated person who is required by Louisiana law to immediately report suspected child abuse or neglect when they have reasonable cause to believe a child may be in danger.
FOR September 2026
DCFS By The Numbers
1,032
Family services served
$34.6M
Child support collected
2,639
Child abuse cases investigated
4,745
Foster children saved
News & Updates
News
DCFS Reminds Louisiana Families to Prioritize Safety This Halloween
The Louisiana Department of Children and Family Services (DCFS) encourages families across Louisiana to enjoy a fun, festive and safe Halloween. As children get ready for trick-or-treating, DCFS reminds parents,…
Read MoreDCFS Highlights Progress and Major Modernization Efforts Ahead of Senate Health and Welfare Committee Meeting
The Louisiana Department of Children and Family Services is highlighting major accomplishments and new initiatives to strengthen its workforce, modernize child welfare and improve outcomes for Louisiana’s children and families…
Read MoreHope Starts Here Event Inspires Churches to put Faith into Action to Support Louisiana Families
– Today, the Louisiana Department of Children and Family Services (DCFS) is partnering with Focus on the Family to bring together faith communities for Hope Starts Here at Bethany Church in…
Read MoreLouisiana Department of Children and Family Services Modernizes Foster Caregiver Certification and Training
BATON ROUGE, LA – The Louisiana Department of Children and Family Services (DCFS) officially launched HomeReady, an online platform designed to make it safer, clearer, and easier for Louisiana families to…
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