Sun Life U.S. and Wellthy Partner to Support Life Insurance Members Through End-of-Life Care and Bereavement
WELLESLEY, Mass. and NEW YORK, June 9, 2025 /PRNewswire/ — Sun Life U.S., a leading 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 for various care needs, including personalized guidance, advocacy, and resources for families. Sun Life members and their loved ones will benefit from Wellthy’s services, which cover navigating care, planning ahead, and coping with grief and loss. “Life insurance is about more than just a financial safety net,” said Sheila Sokolski, vice president of product strategy and portfolio development at Sun Life U.S. “We’re committed to supporting our members through life’s toughest moments, whether they’re planning for their family’s future or dealing with the loss of a loved one.”
The partnership addresses the significant impact of unsupported grief on employee health and employer costs, including lost productivity and employee turnover. A survey of Wellthy users revealed that 30% felt the support they received prevented them from taking leave or leaving their job. “The end-of-life process can be overwhelming for families and individuals alike,” noted Lindsay Jurist-Rosner, co-founder and CEO of Wellthy. “We’re honored to bring compassionate, expert support to Sun Life’s members during one of life’s most challenging moments.”
Wellthy’s care team, comprising professionals with extensive experience in social work, medicine, and patient advocacy, provides personalized plans to support families through every stage of the end-of-life journey. Their services include:
- Planning for the future: Resources for will preparation, power-of-attorney, and documenting end-of-life wishes
- Navigating care: Support for hospice and palliative care, scheduling medical appointments, and arranging respite care
- Managing a loss: Guidance on funeral and burial options, resolving outstanding bills, and navigating survivor benefits
- Supporting grief: Connections to bereavement support, resources for coping and self-care, and coordination of meal deliveries for grieving families
Sun Life clients will have access to Wellthy’s services starting January 1, 2026, as part of their basic or voluntary group life insurance. The partnership is available in most U.S. states.
About Sun Life Sun Life is a leading international financial services organization providing asset management, wealth, insurance, and health solutions. With operations in numerous markets worldwide, Sun Life had total assets under management of C$1.55 trillion as of March 31, 2025. Sun Life U.S. is a significant provider of employee and government benefits, supporting approximately 50 million Americans.
About Wellthy Wellthy is a leading care concierge platform that helps families navigate caregiving demands while staying productive in their daily lives. By combining expert human support with smart technology, Wellthy delivers personalized care across various needs, from complex health conditions to end-of-life planning. Millions of people access Wellthy through top employers and health plans.
