The Association for Neurologically Impaired Brain Injured Children ("ANIBIC") is committed to protecting the privacy and security of the information in our care. On July 17, 2026, we began mailing notification letters to certain program members whose information was involved in a data security incident.
After becoming aware of suspicious activity in our computer network, we immediately began an investigation with assistance from third-party experts and notified law enforcement. The investigation determined that the unauthorized party accessed ANIBIC's systems between March 7, 2025 and March 8, 2026. Through this investigation, on May 18, 2026, we learned that the unauthorized party had accessed certain ANIBIC files that contained some program member information.
We reviewed the files involved and identified one or more files that contained program member information, including their names and one or more of the following: contact information, Social Security numbers, dates of birth, health insurance information, and service details such as medication information, and treatment and/or diagnostic information.
It is always a good idea for program members to remain vigilant and review statements received from their healthcare provider. If program members identify charges for services they did not receive, they should contact the healthcare provider immediately. Additionally, ANIBIC is offering complimentary identity monitoring services to program members whose Social Security numbers may have been involved.
We take this matter very seriously. To help prevent a similar incident, we will continue to implement and evaluate enhanced safeguards and security measures to further protect our systems, and continue to provide security training to our employees.
We have set up a designated incident response line to answer program member questions. Program members can call (844) 958-8914, Monday - Friday, from 9:00 a.m. to 6:30 p.m. Eastern Time, except for major U.S. holidays.
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For Over 50 Years, The Association for Neurologically Impaired Brain Injured Children, ANIBIC, has been providing services to people with special needs. ANIBIC is dedicated to enabling individuals to reach their potential so that they may live as productively as possible. We encourage integration and inclusion in the community and are committed to a person-centered process as we work to serve consumers and their families.
We offer a broad range of services for children as young as five and throughout adulthood. We understand that people with special needs are people first and that their individual challenges are just part of what makes them special.
ANIBIC serves as an advocate in the areas of education, vocational training, legislation and professional development.
When you join with ANIBIC, you become part of an extended family where people care for one another and provide assistance when necessary. We're small enough to know your name, but large enough so that people know ours. Learn more
Health Advisory: COVID-19 Guidance for Operators of Individualized Residential Alternatives (IRAs), Community Residences (CRs) and Private Schools Regarding Visitation
COVID-19 has been detected in multiple communities around New York State. Visitors may introduce COVID-19 infection into the facility. The New York State Office for People With Developmental Disabilities (OPWDD) is issuing the following guidance regarding visitors to IRAs, CRs and Private Schools and other precautions and procedures such facilities must take to protect and maintain the health and safety of their residents and staff during the ongoing novel coronavirus (COVID-19) outbreak.
To prevent the introduction of COVID-19 into IRAs, CRs and Private Schools:
Effective immediately, suspend all visitation except when medically or clinically necessary (i.e. visitor is essential to the care of the resident). In addition:
• Any visitors meeting these exceptions must be screened for symptoms (cough, shortness of breath, or fever) or potential exposure to someone with COVID-19 and the duration and number of visits should be minimized.
• IRAs, CRs and Private Schools should attempt to provide other forms of communication to meet the needs of their residents.
• IRAs, CRs and Private Schools must post signage notifying the public of the suspension of visitation in all facility entrances and in parking lots. In addition, these policies should be posted to the facility’s website and social media pages.
Thank you for your efforts to contain the spread of COVID-19.
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