By: Veronica Turner, Executive Vice President 1199SEIU United Healthcare Workers East On Tuesday the City of Boston will become the global launching point for two days of massive protests that will unite tens of thousands of workers on … [Read more...]
Union to host senate forum on March 9
The SEIU (Service Employees International Union) will host a forum for U.S. senate candidates. Congressmen Stephen Lynch and Ed Markey have been invited to the event, which will take place on Saturday, March 9, at 10:00 a.m. in the 1199SEIU … [Read more...]
Hundreds rally at state house in support of home care workers
On April 1,home care workers joined 1199SEIU members, consumers, allies and elected officials to speak out for better wages, benefits, training options and state funding for a contract that improves home care in Massachusetts. Over 5,000 … [Read more...]
Personal care attendants hold largest union election in New England history
Personal care attendants (PCAs) in Massachusetts are voting in the largest union election in New England history. They are uniting for better wages, benefits and quality care for seniors and people with disabilities. Election results will … [Read more...]