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.
Apr 7, 2022
“The healthcare workers of 1199SEIU celebrate today’s historic confirmation of Judge Ketanji Brown Jackson to the US Supreme Court. Judge…
Apr 4, 2022
Lewiston, NY – More than 150 nursing home workers at Ascension Living at Our Lady of Peace in Lewiston are celebrating a huge victory…
Apr 4, 2022
“Governor Hochul, we need a boost,” says Geraldine Wright, Home Health Aide. “How are we supposed to live with this little bit of money they…
Mar 30, 2022
Caregivers postpone strike as management returns to the bargaining table.
Mar 24, 2022
Damian Rivera, a union delegate (shop steward) and CNA at Complete Care at Marcella Center in Burlington Twp., was fired the day after he…
Mar 22, 2022
Probationary Caregivers At Local Facility Written Up By St. Louis Based Ascension Living, 1199SEIU Files Unfair Labor Practice Charge Today
Mar 21, 2022
It’s time for New York to invest in this critical workforce, not ignore the plight of tens of thousands of home care workers—the vast…
Mar 18, 2022
The Florida Legislature has wrapped up its session for 2022. Unfortunately, the Legislature spent most of its time either ignoring the needs…
Mar 17, 2022
Union members outlined 5 priorities for new contract, including increased staffing and wages, job security, restoring dignity and respect on…
Mar 16, 2022
At a 4:00 pm press conference, bargaining committee will provide a debrief on their first meeting with Kaleida and workers’ key goals for…
Mar 15, 2022
Dunkirk, NY – About 150 healthcare workers are celebrating a contract victory this week at Brooks Memorial/TLC Health Systems. Caregivers…
Mar 14, 2022
Caregivers who held one‐day strike form coalition with Clergy, NY and Missouri Labor Unions to bring
their contract fight to the steps of…
Mar 11, 2022
Healthcare Workers, Patients, Seniors and Retirees, Elected Officials and More Say Connecticut-based Nuvance Health Is Destroying Their…
Mar 10, 2022
Since the pandemic, more and more members are taking advantage of the free therapy provided by the Union benefit fund to come to terms with…
Mar 10, 2022
Statement of George Gresham, President of 1199SEIU United Healthcare Workers East, the nation’s largest healthcare union:
Mar 8, 2022
Caregivers are demanding competitive wages and better staffing levels from Ascension Living at Our Lady of Peace, a subsidiary of one of the…
Mar 7, 2022
The healthcare field has long attracted recent U.S. immigrants, who bring their skills and commitment from around the world. To help ensure…
Mar 7, 2022
As this Magazine goes to press, the country is approaching a grim milestone. March 16 will be the second anniversary of New York City…
Mar 4, 2022
Lewiston, NY – More than 150 nursing home workers at Ascension Living at Our Lady of Peace in Lewiston will strike in demand for competitive…