“Joining 1199 gave us the power to fight back when our employer was trying to downgrade our healthcare. We fought to win no-cost healthcare with zero co-pays, no deductibles, and no premiums. In my case, that’s almost an extra $600/month. When dues are only 2% of your salary, up to a maximum of $125/month, it’s a no-brainer.”

“Management will say anything to convince you to vote no because they don’t want to spend their millions on higher wages and stronger benefits—and they know the power of our union. As 1199 members, we don’t pay a dime in healthcare, are compensated fairly, and get the respect we deserve.”

“I am proud of our 1199SEIU membership. We stood strong and were able to secure a contract that includes a 15% increase over 3 years, health insurance with no out of-pocket costs, and On Call increase of $15, then $17hr. This was a tough win, but a win!"

“Being part of 1199 offers me job security, regular pay raises, awesome health benefits and after working 36 years at another hospital, FINALLY a pension! As a union delegate, I have had the privilege of helping to negotiate our last contract and wording with other dedicated coworkers.”

“Union membership with 1199SEIU gives you a seat at the table with management to ensure a safe work environment, fair wages, and affordable healthcare.”

“I am part of 1199 for the great medical benefits and the money I deserve for all my work.”

“My coworkers and I came together with 1199SEIU to win a real voice in our hospital. It’s the only way to ensure that management provides the adequate staffing and equipment we need to do our jobs properly. As 1199 members, my coworkers and I can be heard. United, we can achieve job security, improve our pay, secure our retirement, and protect our benefits.”

“My coworkers and I joined 1199 to have real job security, take advantage of advanced education opportunities, and protect each other. Through our union, we also achieve the fair wages and medical benefits we deserve.”

“I’m able to see a doctor or get prescriptions without having any co-payments. Management can’t discriminate against me or any coworkers. We are protected from unfair discipline or getting fired without just cause. This is why I’m very proud to be part of 1199.”

“My time in my career truly means something because I’m an 1199 member. I joined our union for a fair wage, a solid pension, and job security for my 43 years of service.”

"Together in our union, all of our efforts can be seen and our voices can be heard. We all have an important to role in our hospital, and when we have a real seat at the table we can only improve the care we provide for our patients."

“I joined 1199 for the excellent medical benefits we have fought for and won, job security, and a pension I can count on.”

“With 1199, the benefits for me and my family are unbeatable. Being part of our union means my coworkers and I can fight for and win fair wages and the working conditions we need to care for our patients.”

“1199’s Childcare Fund offsets the daily costs of childcare and has allowed me to send my kids to university summer camp every year for a month.”

“Joining the 1199SEIU family means our jobs and our futures are secure. Having job security makes such a difference. It allows us to focus all our attention on making sure our patients receive the best possible care.”

“With 1199, I have not had to pay a dime for healthcare and after 25 proud years as a member, I will retire with a pension and even retiree healthcare. Achieving these and many more benefits took a real fight, but when you stand together in our union, you win.

“As an 1199 member, I can maintain a fair salary, health insurance without copays, job security—all protected in a union contract. I can also go back to college to study health programs, with the educational advancement opportunities we have won through our union.”