Get Paid Faster.

HFHS US hourly employees can request up to 50% of earned wages at anytime in a given pay period using Branch, a mobile digital wallet* which allows you to receive money, manage cash flow, and spend anywhere, all from your smartphone.

Your money—fast.

With the Branch App, you’ll get access to fast and flexible digital payouts.
After all, it’s your money—you’ve earned it.

Save, spend, or send money directly from your phone

Enable Apple Pay or Google Pay instantly

Order a free, personalized physical Mastercard business debit card

Earn cashback rewards when spending at participating merchants

Pay bills with your Branch Business Card or with your routing and account number

Use free financial wellness tools, including personalized spending insights and a Savings Goal feature

Discover Greenhouse, a curated marketplace featuring custom financial services tailored to your unique needs

Access 55,000+ Allpoint ATMs for up to 8 free transactions per month**

Send money for free to an external account using a standard ACH transfer or send instantly to another debit card for a small fee

Your money—fast.

With Branch, you'll get fast and easy, digital access to your pay.
After all, it’s your money—you’ve earned it.

Save, spend, and manage your money directly from your phone

Enable Apple Pay or Google Pay instantly

Order a free, personalized physical Mastercard debit card

Earn cashback rewards when spending at participating merchants

Pay bills with your Branch Card or with your routing and account number where eligible

Use free financial wellness tools, including personalized spending insights and a Savings Goal feature

Discover Greenhouse, a curated marketplace featuring custom financial services tailored to your unique needs

Access 55,000+ Allpoint ATMs for up to 8 free transactions per month**

Send money for free to an external account using a standard ACH transfer or send instantly to another debit card for a small fee where eligible

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What Our Customers Are Saying

From time and money saved to reduced staff turnover, Branch has made an impact for businesses of all sizes.

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Common Questions

Looking for more help?
For any additional questions, please visit the Branch support center.

Who do I contact if I have questions or need assistance?

Check out the Branch Help Center for further FAQs or contact the Branch support team in-app through the Account Tab of your Branch Wallet.

How do I sign up for the app?

Click here to download the Branch App to your mobile device.

Alternatively, you can download Branch directly from Google Play Store or Apple Store.

  1. Click Sign Up
  2. When asked who you work for, select Henry Ford Health System.
  3. Enter your HFHS CORP credentials, and you'll be brought through a series of screens to setup your profile.
Once I setup my profile what do I do?

Branch will mail you a personalized Branch debit card in 7-10 business days*. Once you receive the card, you will need to activate it from the Branch App.

When you request a pay advance, the advance will be loaded to your Branch account.

*While you’re waiting for your card, you’ll be granted immediate access to a digital wallet with an account/routing number along with a virtual card you can connect to Apple Pay / Google Wallet or use for online purchases.

How do I get access to up to 50% of my pay ahead of payday?

Requesting access to your earned wages is fast and simple! After setting up your account, go to the On-Demand Pay tab in the Branch App and you’ll see a dollar amount available for advance on the main screen. Choose the amount you’d like to request by moving the slider, click “Cash Out” following the remaining steps and you’ll see the money appear in your Branch account. Once you see it there, it’s ready for you to use towards saving, spending, or sending—it’s your money now!

Who is eligible to request a pay advance?

Currently, HFHS US hourly employees are eligible for pay advances through our partnership with Branch. We receive a daily time punch summary from your employer and can grant you access to your earned wages throughout the pay period.

Why should I sign up for Branch?

Branch allows you to access up to 50% of your earned wages before payday. Branch receives a daily time punch summary from HFHS and can grant you access to your earned wages throughout the pay period.

How does the Direct Deposit feature work?

In addition to pay advances, if you would like to have a portion of your bi-weekly pay check loaded directly to your Branch App, you can set up your Branch account as a direct deposit in HFHS Self-Service. (Remember, there is a limit of two (2) direct deposit accounts allowed in self service.)

To obtain the routing number and account number for your Branch account, select Add Direct Deposit in the Branch App and follow the prompts.

How do I update my direct deposit to go to my Branch Card?

This can be completed with a 2-Step process.

  1. In the Branch App, click the “Add Funds” button, select “Direct Deposit”. The routing and account number will be provided.
  2. Login to HFHS self-service and add a direct deposit account using the routing and account number provided in the app.
How much does it cost?

It is free to sign up for Branch account and card. On-Demand advances to your Branch account are free. If you send the pay advance to a different account, it’s free for a standard ACH transfer and a small fee applies for every instant transfer.

Where can I find more info?

For step by step registration instructions and additional FAQs, check out the HFHS tip sheet.

*Branch is not a bank. Banking services provided by Evolve Bank & Trust, Member FDIC. FDIC insurance only applies for eligible accounts should the bank holding your funds fail. The Branch Mastercard Debit Card is issued by Evolve Bank & Trust pursuant to a license from Mastercard and may be used everywhere Mastercard debit cards are accepted.
**A $2 fee will apply per Allpoint ATM transaction after 8 transactions until the next month.

*Branch is not a bank. Banking services provided by Evolve Bank & Trust, Member FDIC. FDIC insurance only applies for eligible accounts should the bank holding your funds fail. The Branch Mastercard Debit Card is issued by Evolve Bank & Trust pursuant to a license from Mastercard and may be used everywhere Mastercard debit cards are accepted.

**Up to 8 free ATM transactions per month. A $2 fee will apply per transaction after 8 transactions until the next month.

***The percentage of earnings available each day is subject to employer restrictions.

*Branch is not a bank. Banking services provided by Evolve Bank & Trust, Member FDIC. FDIC insurance only applies for eligible accounts should the bank holding your funds fail. The Branch Mastercard Debit Card is issued by Evolve Bank & Trust pursuant to a license from Mastercard and may be used everywhere Mastercard debit cards are accepted.
**The percentage of earnings available each day is subject to employer restrictions.
***Up to 8 free ATM transactions per month. A $2 fee will apply per transaction after 8 transactions until the next month.