Lanterman Regional Center Data Breach Affects 19,000 People

On Dec. 20, 2024, Frank D. Lanterman Regional Center, experienced a significant data breach affecting approximately 19,000 individuals in the United States. The breach involved unauthorized access to certain email accounts within the center’s email environment, which occurred between August 2024 and December 2024.

According to the official consumer notice, the breach was discovered after suspicious activity was detected, prompting the organization to engage third-party computer specialists to investigate and determine the scope of the incident.

The center conducted a comprehensive review of the affected email accounts, assisted by data specialists, to identify the types of information present and the individuals impacted. The review was completed June 16, 2025, allowing the organization to begin notifying affected individuals and regulatory authorities.

The breach was reported to the California Attorney General’s office on Aug. 1, 2025, and to the U.S. Department of Health and Human Services on June 20, 2025.

Lanterman Regional Center's response

To support those affected, Lanterman is offering 12 months of complimentary credit monitoring and identity protection services through Experian. This service includes identity restoration support, fraud detection tools and credit monitoring.

Affected individuals are encouraged to enroll in these services by Nov. 28, 2025, using the instructions and activation code provided in their notification letter. Due to privacy laws, the organization cannot activate these services on behalf of individuals.

Given the nature of the breach, Lanterman recommends that affected individuals remain vigilant by regularly reviewing their credit reports, account statements and explanation of benefits forms for suspicious activity.

More information can be found on the Lanterman Regional Center website.