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Heritage Communities 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 Heritage Communities data breach.
If you were affected by the data breach, your sensitive personally identifiable information (PII) and protected health information (PHI) may have been exposed, and you may be eligible for compensation.
About Heritage Communities
Heritage Communities is a senior living company based in Omaha, Nebraska. The company operates 19 senior living communities across Nebraska, Iowa, Arizona and Texas, offering independent living, assisted living, memory care and home health services.
Founded more than 20 years ago, Heritage Communities has historically owned and operated its facilities but has recently expanded into third-party management contracts.
What Happened?
On or around Sept. 16, 2025, Heritage Holdings LP, doing business as Heritage Communities, Orchard Pointe and OnCare Health, experienced a network intrusion that impacted a limited number of systems.
On Oct. 9, 2025, the hacking group, "Worldleaks", claimed responsibility for the breach and posted about it on the Tor network, alleging they had leaked corporate data from Heritage Communities. The company quickly secured its network and launched an investigation with third-party forensic experts to determine the scope of the incident.
The investigation discovered that PII and PHI of current and former residents may have been accessed by an unauthorized party.
Possible Information Exposed
- Name
- Address
- Date of birth
- Phone number
- Driver's license number
- Social Security number
- Financial information
- Medical information
- Health insurance information
It is important to note that the specific information exposed may vary for each individual. Heritage Communities published a notification of data security incident on it website on Oct. 28, 2025. They will notify affected individuals as required by law upon completion of a thorough analysis.
Your Rights and Next Steps
If you received a notice about the Heritage Communities data breach or believe your information may have been involved, you have important rights and options. You may be entitled to seek compensation for any harm or inconvenience caused by this cybersecurity incident.
- Communication and credit monitoring services: Review and save any notification letters you receive. Enroll in free credit monitoring and identity protection services, if offered.
- 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 your personal information was exposed in the Heritage Communities data breach, you may be eligible for compensation, which could include reimbursement for out-of-pocket expenses, time spent addressing the breach, or payment for emotional distress.
Data breach laws provide protections and remedies for individuals whose sensitive information is compromised due to a company’s failure to safeguard data. To find out if you qualify and to join a lawsuit, complete the form below.
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