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Since 2000, over 90,000 healthcare workers have joined 1199SEIU and have won raises, better benefits, retirement security, job protections, no-cost education opportunities and a voice in staffing and patient care. 1199SEIU is the fastest-growing, most effective union for healthcare workers in America. Read more

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    "Before we joined 1199SEIU, we had no say in our workplace. When we'd say we needed supplies for the residents -- better pads, more lotions -- management would say, 'Well, the budget, the budget.' We'd even bring in our own supplies so we could help our residents. Now with the union we've got the power to speak up for the supplies our patients need. We've got the power to speak up for our patients and ourselves."

    Jill Jones, CNA, SAVA Summit Park, MD








    "Being an 1199 member has given me a sense of pride that has made me feel good about myself and the work I do."

    Cynthia Butler, Pharmacy Technician, Mount Sinai Hospital, New York







    "I've always wanted to go to school but it's expensive. But now I have free education paid up front through the 1199’s Training and Upgrading Fund. That’s making a difference in my life."

    Sandra Barberi, ER Tech, St. Elizabeth’s Medical Center, MA













    "Our unified voice helps strengthen our hospital and the entire system."

    Karl Odom, Cardio/Pulmonary Technician, Carney Hospital, MA






    "We are raising professional standards in the Hudson Valley. Let’s stand together for a voice."

    Greg Pietak, Occupational Therapist, Orange Regional Medical Center, New York








    "As a member of 1199, I am treated fairly and I know that my voice is heard if there are problems on the job."

    Nicole Smalls, CNA, New York






    “We know that when healthcare workers have a voice in the quality of care they provide their patients, the quality of care improves. Our voices are being heard. And that’s good news for our hospital."

    Michelle Ortiz-Coleman, File Clerk, Medical Records, Carney Hospital, MA






    "I was raised in a union family, and I’ve seen first hand how a union gives job security, especially at a time when people’s jobs are being contracted out."

    Melissa Valentin,1199SEIU Member, New York






    "We have a voice to advocate for ourselves and our patients."

    Charlene Levine, Respiratory Therapist, Norwood Hospital, MA









    "Thanks to 1199 and our Training and Upgrading Fund, I graduated from York College in Queens with a bachelor’s degree in 1988. Having a college degree helped me earn a promotion to clinical medical technologist-improving my self-esteem and my quality of life!"

    Cecil Lawrence, Medical Technologist, Peninsula Hospital, New York




    "I work at Caritas Good Samaritan Medical Center. I am so glad we have a union that has our back! With 1199 we have been able to stand together to oppose cuts to healthcare that threaten our patients and our families. We have a voice!"

    Christine Gainey, Lab Technician, Good Samaritan Medical Center, MA






    "The 1199 training fund helped me advance my career -- and covered the cost of my classes."

    Michelle Valentine, Nursing Assistant, Sinai Hospital, Baltimore





    "1199SEIU gives professionals a voice in improving the quality of care we provide. As professionals, our special concerns are recognized, appreciated and addressed - giving us the ability to help the hospital move forward."

    Gale Porter, Lab Technician, Good Samaritan Medical Center, MA




    "Uniting in 1199SEIU has given healthcare professionals the powerful voice we need to protect hospital funding on Beacon Hill. With thousands of professional voices united together, we can make a real difference in the priorities set by our political leaders."

    Barbara Cook, Respiratory Therapist, Good Samaritan Medical Center, MA





    "The job security and un­rivaled benefits I receive as an 1199 member allow me to concentrate on the more important goal, the pursuit of excellence."

    Suhail A. Khan, Clinical Pharmacist, Forest Hills Hospital, New York