NURTURING HEALTH, PROTECTING DREAMS: SUN LIFE BOOSTS HEALTHCARE ACCESS FOR OFWS AND SEAFARERS

　　Manila, PH – 12 March 2025 – Protecting one’s health is a priority for many Filipinos. After all, it  is key to achieving their goals and living their best lives. An illness can not only derail plans but  also impact one's overall well-being and outlook on life.  

　　This is especially true for Overseas Filipino Workers (OFWs). They move abroad to make a living  and support their families; however, they must also cope with living far from home and adapting  to new cultures and environments. Should they get sick, it can disrupt their work abroad or it  can be a possible reason for them to be sent back abruptly, which can have significant  consequences on their finances, their family’s goals such as building their own house or  business, and ultimately, derail their dream of coming home for good.  

　　“There is a lot at stake for OFWs if their health is compromised. Unfortunately, for many of  them, they do not have healthcare coverage when they come home for vacation or when their  employment contract ends,” Sun Life Philippines Client Segment Marketing Head Cary Casipit  said. “This prompted Sun Life to explore possible solutions。”  

　　The result is Sun Life OFW Health Protect, a life insurance and comprehensive health protection  plan designed specifically for Overseas Filipinos.  

　　Sun Life OFW Health Protect provides coverage throughout an OFW’s health journey - from  prevention to diagnosis, to treatment and rehabilitation - up to age 100.  

　　The prevention feature would enable OFWs to proactively maintain their health through an  annual physical examination, specific vaccinations, or teleconsultations. The insured can avail  one of these benefits starting on the 2nd policy year until the 6th policy year.  

　　In case the insured is diagnosed with any of over 100 critical illnesses covered, Sun Life OFW  Health Protect can help fund the treatment or other medical expenses through a lump sum cash  benefit. The plan also comes with a booster benefit for specific cancer conditions, which  provides additional cash benefits to help with medical expenses including hospitalization,  follow-up care, and even home recovery.  

　　Furthermore, as early as age 65, 5% of the policy’s face amount may be received the by insured  in advance for eight consecutive years. This ensures that the OFW would have funds to enjoy  upon their retirement, when they are finally home for good. 

　　“As OFWs work hard to care for their families, Sun Life is here to care for them as well,” Casipit  said. “It is our hope that with Sun Life OFW Health Protect, they can be in the best of health as  they work hard to achieve their dreams and secure their future。”  

　　Disclaimer: Overseas Filipino clients may avail of Sun Life solutions while they are physically  present in the Philippines.  

　　To know more about Sun Life OFW Health Protect, visit www.sunlife.co/OFWHealthProtect or  talk to a Sun Life advisor via www.sunlife.co/ofhp-pr-TalkToAdvisor.