Sun Life U.S. and Wellthy Partner to Enhance Support for Life Insurance Members
WELLESLEY, Mass. and NEW YORK, June 9, 2025 /PRNewswire/ — Sun Life U.S., a top ten group benefits provider, has partnered with Wellthy, a personalized care concierge platform, to support life insurance members and their families through the challenges of bereavement and end-of-life care. This enhancement builds on Sun Life’s commitment to improving access to care and making health and benefits more manageable.
Wellthy’s platform offers comprehensive support, including personalized guidance, advocacy, and resources for families. Sun Life members will have access to Wellthy’s services for navigating care, planning ahead, and coping with grief and loss. “Life insurance is more than just a death benefit – we’re supporting people through life’s most challenging moments,” said Sheila Sokolski, Vice President of Product Strategy and Portfolio Development at Sun Life U.S.
The partnership addresses the significant impact of unsupported grief on employee health and productivity. According to a Wellthy user survey, 30% of respondents indicated that the support they received prevented them from taking leave or leaving their job. “The end-of-life process can be overwhelming,” noted Lindsay Jurist-Rosner, Co-founder and CEO of Wellthy. “We’re honored to bring compassionate support to Sun Life’s members during this difficult time.”
Comprehensive Support Services
Wellthy’s care team, comprising professionals with backgrounds in social work, medicine, and patient advocacy, provides personalized plans for families. Services include:
- Planning for the future: will preparation, power-of-attorney, and documentation of end-of-life wishes
- Navigating care: hospice and palliative care services, medical appointment scheduling
- Managing a loss: support for funeral arrangements, resolving outstanding bills, and navigating survivor benefits
- Supporting grief: connections with bereavement support and resources for coping
Sun Life clients will have access to Wellthy’s services starting January 1, 2026, as part of their group life insurance. The partnership is available in most U.S. states.
About Sun Life U.S. Sun Life U.S. is a leading provider of employee and government benefits, supporting approximately 50 million Americans. The company offers a range of benefits and services, including dental, vision, disability, and life insurance.
About Wellthy Wellthy is a care concierge platform that helps families navigate caregiving demands while staying productive. The platform combines expert human support with technology to deliver personalized care across various needs, from health conditions to end-of-life planning.
