Sentara offers financial and community resources during government shutdown

Sentara recognizes that many of our colleagues and their families, federal workers, and military service members in our communities are impacted by the ongoing government shutdown. In these uncertain times, our commitment to supporting our team and community remains unwavering. We have dedicated resources and trusted partners that are always ready to help, especially in times like this.

Sentara patients:

If the shutdown has affected your income and you can’t pay your patient-responsibility (self-pay) balance right now, we can help with Financial Assistance or a temporary adjustment to your payment plan: Financial Assistance 

Sentara employees:

Sentara and our colleagues fund a program to support fellow colleagues experiencing a financial crisis, for more details about the program: HOPE Fund

Community resources:

Sentara supports numerous community partners that provide essential support services such as food, transportation, and benefits enrollment:

• Federation of Virginia Food Banks
• 211 Virginia: Help with Housing, Food, Healthcare, and More
• Housing Crisis Hotline
• Virginia Association of Free & Charitable Clinics

Sentara cares about the realities our families face, and we are here for our communities.