2026 Wyndham Cares Hardship Program | Timeshare Exit Programs
Wyndham Cares hardship program provides seven exit options and five usage solutions for Wyndham and Worldmark owners experiencing financial difficulties or life changes preventing continued ownership. Qualifying owners access programs including Certified Exit Solutions (replacing the former Ovation program), deed back programs, resale assistance, and transfer options. Eligibility requirements vary by program, with most requiring demonstrated financial hardship or specific ownership circumstances.
The programs below represent available Wyndham Cares solutions. Wyndham replaced Ovation with Certified Exit Solutions, offering expanded exit pathways while maintaining similar qualification criteria. Owners should review individual program requirements to determine which options align with their circumstances and exit goals.
- New Exit Solution
- Previous Exit Solution
- Resale Option
- Deed Back Program
- Take Back Program
- Transfer Your Deed
- Give Back Program
- Rewards Program
- Using Property Lawyers
- Common Questions
Wyndham Solutions Available
Wyndham Cares provides multiple pathways for owners seeking exits or ownership modifications. Exit-focused solutions include deed transfers, surrender programs, and vetted resale assistance. Ownership optimization solutions help owners maximize existing contracts through usage adjustments, points management, and vacation planning assistance.
- Rewards Program
- Ovation Program (replaced by Certified Exit)
- Certified Exit Solutions
- Travel Options
- Extra Holidays
- Financial Assessment
- Points Deposit
What Is Wyndham Cares & How Does It Work?
Wyndham Cares operates as a centralized assistance program addressing owner difficulties maintaining timeshare contracts. Owners contact Wyndham Cares representatives who evaluate individual circumstances, review available solutions, and determine program eligibility. Qualification typically requires demonstrating financial hardship through income documentation, medical bills, unemployment verification, or other evidence of changed circumstances preventing continued ownership.
The program offers retention solutions for owners wishing to maintain ownership through modified payment plans, usage adjustments, or temporary relief options. Exit solutions serve owners requiring complete contract termination through developer buyback programs, facilitated transfers, or vetted third-party resale assistance. Processing times vary by program, typically ranging from 30 days for simple deed backs to several months for complex exit scenarios.
Wyndham Exit and Retention Options
Wyndham Cares distinguishes between owners seeking exits versus those wanting continued ownership with modified terms. Exit programs terminate ownership obligations through deed surrenders, transfers to approved buyers, or facilitated resales through vetted brokers. These options typically require current maintenance fee status and absence of outstanding loans.
Retention programs help owners maintain ownership through alternative arrangements. Options include reduced point allocations, extended payment terms, temporary usage suspensions, or enrollment in exchange programs providing greater vacation flexibility. Owners preferring retention over exit should explore these alternatives before pursuing termination programs.
Program selection depends on individual circumstances, financial capacity, and ownership goals. Owners uncertain about best options should request comprehensive Wyndham Cares evaluations reviewing all available solutions based on specific situations. Representatives provide information about program requirements, timelines, costs, and potential outcomes to inform owner decisions.