1199ers work to get out the vote in New York Congressional District 3. Read More
Making it through the holiday season can be especially challenging for people who are already facing mental or physical health challenges. The 1199 members at Upper Manhattan Mental Health are dedicated to providing a social safety net in the community which helps to ease the burden. Read More
One day strike in Upstate New York leads to landmark deal. Read More
A new Delegate cuts her teeth in a national campaign against a giant corporation. Read More
It’s time to demand New York State stop selling Medicaid short. Read More
1199 continues to grow and add new members who go on to negotiate strong contracts. Read More
The “Great Society” programs that advanced civil rights. Read More
Statement of 1199SEIU United Healthcare Workers East on the results of the special election in New York’s 3rd Congressional District: Read More
On Valentine’s Day, Tonawanda Nursing Home workers at Schofield Residence will show dedication to providing quality care for residents with a special Valentine’s Day ceremony. Read More
Community Coalition kick-off event in Governor's hometown adds to growing chorus of hospitals, health care workers, legislators, community, and faith leaders demanding fully funded Medicaid Health Insurance Program Read More
Community Coalition kicks off joint effort to demand full funding for Medicaid Health Insurance Program in Governor’s Hometown Read More
Community Coalition kicks off joint effort to demand full funding for Medicaid Health Insurance Program
in Governor’s Hometown Read More
Press conference builds on growing statewide pressure for Governor Hochul to fully fund Medicaid Insurance Program for all New Yorkers as Local Healthcare Workers Leave For Albany Again This Week Read More
Hospital and clinic caregivers won living wage increases and quality benefits to help retain and recruit more staff to care for patients in rural Upstate communities. Read More
A portion of New York’s huge, unprecedented reserves must be used to close the Medicaid funding gap, save struggling hospitals, prevent slashing of maternity and mental health services, and protect low-income seniors, children, families and people with disabilities Read More
The care provided by 5000 members of 1199 throughout the Steward system and their co-workers is essential to the communities they serve. Read More
A portion of New York’s huge, unprecedented reserves must be used to close the Medicaid funding gap, save struggling hospitals, prevent slashing of maternity and mental health services, and protect low-income seniors, children, families and people with disabilities Read More
Speakers called on Governor Hochul to end hugely wasteful program that diverts billions in taxpayer money meant for vulnerable New Yorkers into the pockets of for-profit insurance companies Read More
The 2024 election season is here, and 1199SEIU is launching a major drive to ensure that we have the resources needed to build a healthcare workers’ movement to defend our democracy, protect our rights, and defeat wealthy special interests. Read More