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Community Connections Data Breach Lawsuit Investigation
Shamis & Gentile P.A., one of the nation's premier class action law firms specializing in data breach cases, is investigating the Community Connections data breach.
If you were affected by the data breach, your sensitive personally identifiable information may have been exposed, and you may be eligible for compensation.
About Community Connections
Community Connections is a nonprofit organization that provides behavioral health, residential services and primary health care coordination to individuals. Founded in 1985, the organization is headquartered in Washington, DC.
Community Connections has grown to eight locations and employs over 300 staff members. The organization focuses on supporting people with disabilities, offering services such as day habilitation, life skills, employment assistance, individual supports and transportation.
The October 2024 Data Breach
On Oct. 21, 2024, Community Connections discovered suspicious activity on its computer systems. An investigation revealed that a cybercriminal may have accessed both personally identifiable information (PII) and protected health information (PHI).
The data breach impacted a reported 20,876 people in the United States, including two Maine residents. Community Connections posted a Notice of Data Security Incident on its website and began notifying affected individuals on Aug. 28, 2025.
Information Exposed
- Full name
- Address
- Date of birth
- Social Security number
- Financial information
- Driver’s license or state identification information
- Medical information
- Health insurance information
The cybersecurity incident was disclosed to the Maine Attorney General's office on Aug. 27, 2025.
Your Rights and Next Steps
If you received a data breach notice from Community Connections, you have important rights and options. You may be entitled to seek compensation for any harm or inconvenience caused by this cybersecurity incident.
- Credit monitoring services: Enroll in the 12 months of free TransUnion Cyberscout credit monitoring services, offered by the organization.
- Monitor your accounts carefully: Check your financial statements regularly for suspicious activity or unauthorized transactions. If you notice anything unusual, contact your financial institution immediately.
- Fraud alert and credit reports: A fraud alert informs creditors to take extra steps to verify your identity before opening new accounts in your name. Consumers are also entitled to one free credit report annually from each credit bureau. You can request a fraud alert or a credit report by contacting any one of the three major credit bureaus.
- Seek legal help: Lawyers are ready to help you understand your rights and pursue compensation.
You May Be Entitled to Compensation
If you were notified that your information was part of the Community Connections data breach, you may qualify for compensation. Lawyers are investigating claims and can help determine eligibility.
Completing the form below is the first step to joining a potential lawsuit and protecting your rights.
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