Statement of George Gresham, President of 1199SEIU United Healthcare Workers East, the largest union of healthcare workers in the United States:
The three-year contract will make 1199 members the highest-paid nurses in Boston
Agreement Makes Strong Progress In Solving Healthcare Staffing Crisis Across State
Federal Mediator joined talks between 1199SEIU & Absolut Care as workers demand competitive contract that protects wages and benefits. For-profit employer proposes significant cuts to wages & benefits for incoming new hires which could impact ability to staff rehab units for residents.
In the coming weeks, if you currently have health benefits or you are eligible for them, you will be receiving a letter from the 1199 Home Care Benefit Fund asking you to complete a survey.
PPFA’s “National Office Transformation” pushes out some of the movement’s most valued staff and brightest minds
The caregivers, members and staff of 1199SEIU United Healthcare Workers East mourn the loss of Mike Williams, president of AFL-CIO Florida, and send the sincerest condolences to his family.
That’s why safe staffing matters to members.
The only way to fight industry consolidation is by bringing nursing home members together in one union.
Sustained pressure finally forced Governor Hochul to reverse some of her planned cuts.