Inspired and motivated by his community’s donations and support for his wife following her being diagnosed with cancer, co-founder Chris Faddis started Solidarity HealthShare in 2016. Solidarity HealthShare is a Catholic-based HealthShare headquartered in Tempe, Arizona. However, membership is open to individuals of all faiths who agree to its requirements and Statement of Shared Beliefs.
Online Portal, Annual Unshared Amount (AUA), 65 and older
Monthly contribution amounts are based on the member’s chosen Annual Unshared Amount (AUA), age, and the number of members included in the same membership. Each member has secure access to a personal online portal used to manage contributions, which are directed to other members with eligible medical needs as part of the sharing process.
Members can choose from three program options: Solidarity One, Solidarity Savvy, and Solidarity Shield, along with four AUA options ranging from the lowest option of $3,000 to the highest of $12,000.
Notably, there is no age limit for membership. While many HealthShares limit participation at age 65, or require members to enroll in a new membership for seniors, Solidarity HealthShare allows members with Medicare to remain in the sharing community and even receive discounts on their monthly contributions.
Mental health, alternative treatments, fertility
While many HealthShares limit or exclude sharing for medical expenses related to mental health and wellness, Solidarity HealthShare supports sharing for these conditions and treatments, including counseling, therapy, medication, and emergency hospitalizations, just as it does for most other medical needs. Depending on the program, mental health sharing is either included or can be added to a member’s program for a small additional monthly fee.
Some programs also share expenses for certain alternative treatments that may appeal to members interested in non-traditional healthcare options, such as naturopathic and chiropractic care.
Those seeking treatments for fertility that focus on restoring the reproductive system to support natural procreation within marriage will find that these expenses are eligible for sharing under the Solidarity One program. All programs also share expenses for instruction and initial supplies for approved Natural Family Planning or Fertility Awareness-Based Methods, including several recognized programs.
Noteworthy
Here is some of the top information we believe potential members might want to know about this HealthShare.
Key considerations
- Maximum shareable amount of $1,000,000 per incident, per year
- Integrative and alternative treatments available
- Fees and increases may apply
- May be required to enroll in Solidarity Well for chronic conditions that can be improved with nutritional counseling and lifestyle changes
Membership requirements
- Sharing decisions are guided by the organization’s Christian/Catholic beliefs
- Agree to Solidarity’s Statement of Shared Beliefs
- Maintain a lifestyle consistent with Christian values, make responsible health choices, and demonstrate care and support for others
Pros
- Allows sharing for annual wellness visits, telehealth, counseling, and physical therapy
- No age limit; discounts on monthly contributions for senior members with Medicare
- Prescriptions and supplements are shareable
- Comprehensive maternity care available with select programs.
- Immunizations and vaccinations within moral guidelines, available with select programs
- Preventive visits and labs shareable with most programs
Cons
- High AUAs ($3,000–$12,000)
- Sharing guidelines offer minimal information on the process for submitting needs
- Long processing times
- Administration fees, account fees, and potential contribution increases
Ideal candidates
- Want to support a ministry that holds Catholic values
- Are interested in sharing mental health and wellness medical expenses
Learn more about Solidarity’s origins in this video
Page Updated 11/11/2025
