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MonitoringMontana AG filing · December 17, 2025

Eckerd Connects Discloses Data Breach to Montana Officials

Eckerd Youth Alternatives Inc., also known as Eckerd Connects, reported a data breach to Montana state authorities on December 17, 2025. The incident, identified around November 2, 2024, involved the compromise of highly sensitive personal information, raising concerns for the vulnerable populations served by the non-profit organization.

State
Montana
Breach date
November 2, 2024
Reported
December 17, 2025

What may have been exposed

  • Full Name
  • Social Security Number
  • Date of Birth
  • Home Address
  • Contact Information
  • Medical and Behavioral Health History
  • Government-Issued ID Details
  • Employment and Compensation Records

Eckerd Youth Alternatives Inc., operating as Eckerd Connects, filed a data breach notification with Montana officials on December 17, 2025. The organization, a multi-state social services non-profit, indicated that an unspecified security incident occurred around November 2, 2024, potentially exposing confidential records it maintains.

The reported exposed data categories include Full Name, Social Security Number, Date of Birth, Home Address, Contact Information, Medical and Behavioral Health History, Government-Issued ID Details, and Employment and Compensation Records. Eckerd Connects handles a vast amount of deeply personal data for its program participants, employees, and foster families due to its work with at-risk children, youth, and families.

Exposure of these types of personal details can create risks for affected individuals, such as potential identity theft or other forms of personal information misuse. Given the sensitive nature of the data, especially Medical and Behavioral Health History and Social Security Number, individuals should remain vigilant.

Those who receive an official notification from Eckerd Connects regarding this incident should carefully review the information provided. It is generally recommended to monitor financial accounts and credit reports for any suspicious activity. Consider placing a fraud alert or security freeze on credit files with the major credit bureaus to help prevent unauthorized access to your credit.

What to do if you were affected

Based on the categories of information reported in this filing, these steps can help limit the risk of identity theft and fraud.

  • Freeze your credit

    Place a free credit freeze with Equifax, Experian, and TransUnion. A freeze blocks new accounts from being opened in your name and can be lifted anytime.

  • Guard against tax fraud

    File your tax return as early as possible and consider requesting an IRS Identity Protection PIN so no one can file a fraudulent return in your name.

  • Check for medical identity theft

    Review the Explanation of Benefits statements from your health insurer for services or claims you never received, which can signal misuse of your medical identity.

  • Stay alert to targeted scams

    Be cautious of calls, texts, or emails that reference this breach. Legitimate organizations won't ask you to confirm sensitive details through an unsolicited message.

  • Keep your notification letter

    Save the notice you received. It documents that your information was involved and is often needed to enroll in any credit monitoring offered or to join a related legal claim.

What to know about the Eckerd Youth Alternatives Inc. dba Eckerd Connects data breach

How many people were affected by the Eckerd Youth Alternatives Inc. dba Eckerd Connects data breach, and what was exposed?
The filing does not give a count of affected people and lists the following information as involved: Full Name, Social Security Number, Date of Birth, Home Address, Contact Information, Medical and Behavioral Health History, Government-Issued ID Details, Employment and Compensation Records. Your own letter is the best guide to what was exposed about you, since notices are usually tailored to each person.
Where can I see the official Eckerd Youth Alternatives Inc. dba Eckerd Connects breach notice?
Eckerd Youth Alternatives Inc. dba Eckerd Connects's report is published by the Montana Attorney General: https://dojmt.gov/office-of-consumer-protection/reported-data-breaches/#mt-eckerd-youth-alternatives-inc-dba-eckerd-connects-2025 Compare it with the letter you received to confirm the dates and details match.
What should I do after getting the Eckerd Youth Alternatives Inc. dba Eckerd Connects data breach notice?
Keep the letter and the envelope, and note the date it arrived. Freeze your credit with Equifax, Experian and TransUnion, change any passwords the notice mentions, and sign up for any free credit monitoring the letter offers. Then check whether you may have a claim.
Is the Eckerd Youth Alternatives Inc. dba Eckerd Connects data breach letter legit or a scam?
A notice from Eckerd Youth Alternatives Inc. dba Eckerd Connects in the mail matches the breach Eckerd Youth Alternatives Inc. dba Eckerd Connects reported to the Montana Attorney General on December 17, 2025. Check that the company name and dates in your letter match that filing. A real notice of data security incident won't ask for your password, Social Security number or a payment — if it does, contact Eckerd Youth Alternatives Inc. dba Eckerd Connects through a phone number or website you find yourself.
Did Eckerd Youth Alternatives Inc. dba Eckerd Connects offer free credit monitoring?
Check your letter from Eckerd Youth Alternatives Inc. dba Eckerd Connects. If free credit or identity monitoring is offered, the enrollment code and deadline are printed in the notice itself. Because Social Security numbers are listed in this filing, identity monitoring and a credit freeze matter more than usual. Signing up doesn't waive any legal rights you may have.
Can I sue Eckerd Youth Alternatives Inc. dba Eckerd Connects over the data breach?
It depends on what was exposed, the law in Montana and your own state, and whether you've been harmed. Most people take part through a class action rather than suing alone. Keep your notification letter — it's the proof that connects you to the breach.
Is there a Eckerd Youth Alternatives Inc. dba Eckerd Connects data breach class action lawsuit?
Law firms often open an investigation after a breach notice like this one, and a class action lawsuit may follow. This page doesn't confirm that a lawsuit has been filed against Eckerd Youth Alternatives Inc. dba Eckerd Connects. You usually don't have to join a class action to be included — if a settlement is reached, class members are notified and can file a claim.
How much could a Eckerd Youth Alternatives Inc. dba Eckerd Connects data breach settlement or claim be worth?
There is no set amount, and no Eckerd Youth Alternatives Inc. dba Eckerd Connects settlement is confirmed here. In past data breach settlements, payments depended on what data was exposed and on documented losses — fraud, out-of-pocket costs and time spent dealing with the breach. The filing lists Full Name, Social Security Number, Date of Birth as involved. Keep receipts and records; they're what damages claims are built on.
Do I need a Eckerd Youth Alternatives Inc. dba Eckerd Connects data breach lawyer or attorney?
An attorney can read your notice and tell you whether a claim makes sense. A case review here is free, and data breach cases are usually handled on contingency, so there is no upfront cost.

Source: Montana Attorney General filing

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