Connecticut
As a working mother in Connecticut, SEIU1199 member Denitra Pearson experiences firsthand the importance of having the freedom of Paid … Continue reading Watch as 1199 member Denitra Pearson expresses the importance of Paid Family & Medical Leave in CT
Connecticut
Connecticut
Wage Increases for PCAs who make less than $15/hour (75% of our Bargaining Unit): PCAs who make less than $15/hour … Continue reading Home Care Contract Highlights
Connecticut
For years home care workers have been fighting for $15/hr minimum wage and workers’ compensation. At last, we have reached … Continue reading Home Care Workers Ratify New Contract
Community Programs (CT)
The new ad out today sets Connecticut’s budget drama in an action movie trailer. The ad sets the stage by … Continue reading NEW 1199 AD ON BUDGET CASTS KLARIDES AND FASANO CAST AS “PROTECTORS OF BILLIONAIRES”AS CT AWAITS HEROES
Community Programs (CT)
This past week 1199 members voted on two important issues facing our union. First, members had to decide whether our newly … Continue reading 1199 Members Vote to Make Our Union Stronger
Front Feature
Historic first contract for home care workers has been approved by legislators! Thank you to all who made phone calls, … Continue reading Home Care Workers Win Historic Contract
Connecticut
We did it! We have a tentative agreement for our very first home care contract! By uniting as a union, … Continue reading We’re Voting on our First Home Care Contract!
Connecticut
After 6 and a half hours of debate, the Connecticut State Senate passed legislation on May 3rd that grants family child care providers and home care workers the right to negotiate with the state for better pay and benefits and improved training.
Home Care
After six hours of debate, the Connecticut State Senate passed H.B. 5312 by a vote of 22 to 14. More … Continue reading Home Care Workers Win Collective Bargaining