The Upstate/WNY Division of 1199SEIU is the voice of healthcare employees in western, central, and northern New York State. The region includes more than 23,000 workers at 29 hospitals, 70 long-term care facilities and clinics, a home care agency, a physicians practice, and a business clerical group. Members of 1199SEIU's Upstate/WNY division work in 26 counties throughout Upstate New York, from the Adirondacks to Niagara Falls, and include registered nurses, hospital workers, professionals, nursing home workers, and home care.
Feb 16, 2024
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…
Feb 16, 2024
Long-awaited enforcement action to force New York State nursing homes to improve staffing levels or face hefty fines, finally moved a step…
Feb 16, 2024
1199ers work to get out the vote in New York Congressional District 3.
Feb 15, 2024
Making it through the holiday season can be especially challenging for people who are already facing mental or physical health challenges.…
Feb 15, 2024
One day strike in Upstate New York leads to landmark deal.
Feb 15, 2024
A new Delegate cuts her teeth in a national campaign against a giant corporation.
Feb 15, 2024
1199 continues to grow and add new members who go on to negotiate strong contracts.
Feb 15, 2024
The “Great Society” programs that advanced civil rights.
Feb 14, 2024
Statement of 1199SEIU United Healthcare Workers East on the results of the special election in New York’s 3rd Congressional District:
Feb 13, 2024
On Valentine’s Day, Tonawanda Nursing Home workers at Schofield Residence will show dedication to providing quality care for residents with…
Feb 9, 2024
Community Coalition kick-off event in Governor's hometown adds to growing chorus of hospitals, health care workers, legislators, community,…
Feb 7, 2024
Community Coalition kicks off joint effort to demand full funding for Medicaid Health Insurance Program
in Governor’s Hometown
Feb 5, 2024
Press conference builds on growing statewide pressure for Governor Hochul to fully fund Medicaid Insurance Program for all New Yorkers as…
Feb 5, 2024
Hospital and clinic caregivers won living wage increases and quality benefits to help retain and recruit more staff to care for patients in…
Feb 4, 2024
A portion of New York’s huge, unprecedented reserves must be used to close the Medicaid funding gap, save struggling hospitals, prevent…
Feb 2, 2024
The care provided by 5000 members of 1199 throughout the Steward system and their co-workers is essential to the communities they serve.
Feb 1, 2024
A portion of New York’s huge, unprecedented reserves must be used to close the Medicaid funding gap, save struggling hospitals, prevent…
Feb 1, 2024
Speakers called on Governor Hochul to end hugely wasteful program that diverts billions in taxpayer money meant for vulnerable New Yorkers…
Jan 28, 2024
The healthcare workers of 1199SEIU members are concerned about the future of Steward Healthcare in Massachusetts.