Jewish Child Care Association of New York Data Breach Class Action

At Console & Associates, our data breach lawyers are closely examining the recent Jewish Child Care Association of New York data breach. This data breach was disclosed following a cyber security incident at Jewish Child Care Association of New York, which potentially exposed sensitive personal identifiable information of an undetermined number of individuals served by the organization.

What Happened?

A recent report from the U.S. Department of Health and Human Services Office for Civil Rights states that the Jewish Child Care Association of New York data breach occurred due to a cyber security incident that compromised their computer systems. The organization also posted a notice about the incident on their website.

The investigation revealed that unauthorized access occurred between July 21, 2024, and August 1, 2024. JCCA discovered the suspicious activity on August 1, at which point they immediately secured their network and notified federal law enforcement. The investigation determined that the unauthorized party may have viewed and copied files containing sensitive information. The compromised information includes:

• Names
• Social Security numbers
• Medical information
• Health insurance information
• Driver's license numbers
• State identification numbers
• Financial account information
• Dates of birth

Data breach letters were sent out by Jewish Child Care Association of New York on January 31, 2025, informing affected individuals about the nature of the incident and compromised data.

Steps To Take If You Were Affected By A Data Breach

1. Monitor all accounts and credit reports closely
   1. Set up alerts for suspicious activity
   2. Review all financial statements thoroughly
   3. Request free credit reports and examine them for unauthorized entries
      
      
2. Consider freezing your credit
   1. Contact all three major credit bureaus to place a freeze
   2. Understand this prevents new accounts from being opened in your name
   3. Remember to temporarily lift the freeze when applying for legitimate credit
      
      
3. Look out for phishing attempts using information from the Jewish Child Care Association of New York data breach
   1. Be wary of unexpected emails or messages claiming to be from Jewish Child Care Association of New York
   2. Don't click on suspicious links or download unexpected attachments
   3. Verify all communications through official channels
      
      
4. Change passwords for affected accounts
   1. Create strong, unique passwords for each account
   2. Use a combination of letters, numbers, and special characters
   3. Consider using a password manager for better security
      
      
5. Enable two-factor authentication where possible
   1. Add this extra layer of security to all important accounts
   2. Use authenticator apps rather than SMS when available
   3. Keep backup codes in a secure location

For more detailed guidance, explore our “Guide for Victims of a Data Breach” to better understand measures you can take to protect yourself after a data breach.

Jewish Child Care Association of New York Overview

The Jewish Child Care Association of New York functions as a nonprofit social services organization serving New York City and Westchester County. Established in 1822, JCCA has developed into a comprehensive child welfare and family support organization.

Their service portfolio includes:

• Foster care programs and placement services
• Mental health and counseling services
• Special education programs
• Residential treatment facilities
• Youth development programs
• Early childhood services
• Family support initiatives

The organization maintains a workforce of 1,233 employees across multiple facilities and programs. Operating with an annual budget of $67 million, Jewish Child Care Association of New York provides services through a network of facilities including treatment centers, educational facilities, residential programs, administrative offices and community-based program locations.

Jewish Child Care Association of New York Data Breach Victims Have Rights - Don’t Wait to Act

How do you know that you were affected by the Jewish Child Care Association of New York data breach? Usually victims receive a NOTICE OF DATA BREACH in the mail, but the impact of a breach can be felt long before notices are sent to those affected. This can be in the form of fraudulent financial activity and other forms of identity theft.

If you believe you were affected, we encourage you to reach out to our data breach law firm for legal assistance through a no-cost consultation about your situation. We will review your eligibility to file a data breach class action lawsuit and discuss your legal rights and any compensation that may be available to you.

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