The Children's Center of Hamden Notifies Individuals of Data Security Incident

HAMDEN, Conn., Aug. 28, 2025 /PRNewswire/ -- The Children's Center ofHamden ("TCCOH") is providing notice of a recent data security incident that may have involved personal and/or protected health information. TCCOH takes the privacy and security of all information within their possession very seriously. TCCOH has sent notice of this incident to potentially affected individuals and provided resources to assist them.

On December 28, 2024 TCCOH discovered unusual activity within our digital environment, and immediately initiated an investigation of the matter. TCCOH engaged independent cybersecurity experts to assist with the process. As a result of the investigation, TCCOH determined that certain files may have been accessed and acquired without authorization on June 29, 2025. TCCOH then undertook a review of those files to determine the individuals whose information could have been involved and the nature of the potentially affected information. That process was completed on August 7, 2025, at which time TCCOH took additional steps in furtherance of providing written notice. Notice of this event was mailed directly to potentially affected individuals with an available mailing address on August 28, 2025.

Based on our review of the potentially affected data, the following information varied per individual but may have been involved in the incident: Name, date of birth, Social Security number, license or passport information, biometric data, and diagnosis or treatment information.

As soon as they discovered this incident, TCCOH took the steps described above and implemented measures to enhance security and minimize the risk of a similar incident occurring in the future. We have established a toll-free call center to answer questions about the incident and address related concerns. Call center representatives are available Monday through Friday from 8:00 AM to 8:00 PM Eastern Time and can be reached at 1-833-426-3652.

The privacy and protection of personal and protected health information is a top priority for TCCOH. We deeply regret any inconvenience or concern this incident may cause.

SOURCE The Children's Center of Hamden