Community and Social Support

Your health is shaped by more than medical care alone. At Sanitas, we recognize that factors like food, housing, transportation, and emotional support all play a role in your well-being. That’s why we offer Community and Social Support services to help you access the resources that matter most.

Our Community Health Workers (CHWs) are trained to walk alongside you—connecting you with local services, providing health education, and offering support that goes beyond the clinic. Whether you're dealing with housing instability, food insecurity, transportation needs, financial stress, or loneliness, our team is here to help.

We listen. We advocate. And we connect you with solutions—whether it’s finding affordable medications, applying for benefits, joining a support group, or getting a ride to your next Sanitas appointment.

At Sanitas, we’re with you, not just in sickness—but in life.

Helping you overcome the barriers to better health.

Local resources we tap into:

  • Financial assistance
  • Food banks
  • Legal aid
  • Support groups
  • Smoking and weight loss programs
  • Transportation to/from Sanitas
  • Sanitas health programs

What Sanitas CHWs do:

  • Promote social connections
  • Match you to community services
  • Help you navigate red tape
  • Personalize support based on your situation
Frequently Asked Questions

What is a Community Health Worker (CHW)?
Community Health Workers are trusted members of the community who help connect you to local resources that support your health and well-being beyond the clinic. They work to understand your needs and help you access the best community resources.

What does a Community Health Worker do?
A CHW is a trusted team member who helps you navigate systems, understand care plans, and connect with community-based resources in your area.

How is this different from medical care?
Community and social support focuses on the non-medical factors that impact your health, often called social determinants of health.

What kind of help is available?
We help by connecting you with food programs, housing assistance, transportation, job resources, financial support, benefits applications, and more.

Who can access these services?
Sanitas patients of all ages can benefit from community support services. Just ask your provider or care team for a referral.

Do I have to pay for these services?
No, these services are available at no additional cost to Sanitas patients.