When it comes to helping working people, there is no comparison. Read More
More than 1,600 hospital members at Boston Medical Center ratified a strong four-year contract on December 13 which included wage increases of up to 39 percent based on market adjustments, experience and annual raises. Read More
Florida 1199ers joined forces with a coalition of reproductive rights supporters to put the issue of abortion on the November 2024 general election ballot. Read More
Upstate 1199 members who live near Buffalo, Rochester and Syracuse came together at a series of events in January to honor the life and work of Dr. Martin Luther King, Jr. Read More
Long-awaited enforcement action to force New York State nursing homes to improve staffing levels or face hefty fines, finally moved a step closer on December 28 when the state’s supreme court rejected legal arguments brought by employers. Read More
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
