Early this morning, Steward Health Care moved forward with a national bankruptcy filing, something our team has been anticipating for months.

I want to be clear: Steward hospitals in our state remain open and Mass. Public Health is on the ground to ensure all patients receive quality care.

Let’s shine the spotlight on our incredible nurses this Nurses Week! 🌟 Thank you for your unwavering dedication and compassionate care! From the recovery ward to advocating for safe staffing, your tireless efforts make all the difference to the community you serve!

.Steward’s declaration of Ch. 11 bankruptcy & its impact is of concern to MNA and 1199SEIU💫.

Maura Healey, the legislature, the healthcare industry, & all stakeholders should immediately take whatever steps are needed.

Full statement: bit.ly/stewardbankrup…

ICYMI: 'House Democrats won’t pursue budget cuts Maura Healey proposed that would cut off services to the elderly and people with disabilities.' - Sam Drysdale

When we fight, we win! We are stronger together.
#MApoli #CareIsEssential

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Labor Unions in Massachusetts have joined the call for overdose prevention centers!

Joining 30+ organizations in support of H.1981, S.1242 are 1199SEIU Mass. SEIU Local 509 and CIR/SEIU representing more than 100,000 workers in MA. Read our statement here: ma4opc.org/labor-unions-i…

Budgets are moral documents. The PCA budget, which benefits seniors, people with disabilities, women, people of color, and immigrants, deserves investment that keeps people at home and cared for. TY house leadership for investing in the PCA program #MApoli

.Maura Healey's budget proposal threatens 50 years of disability rights, putting caregivers and those they care for at risk. #CareNotCuts #MApoli

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Today, we celebrate the #AffordableCareAct ’s 14th anniversary! We support the Biden-Harris Administration’s commitment to protect and build on the #ACA , lowering costs and expanding coverage so that every American has the peace of mind that health insurance brings! #ACA 14

.Steward's financial insecurity is placing the health of communities at risk and harming health workers. Today I visited GoodSamaritanMC & on April 3rd I'll be back for an HELP Committee Dems subcommittee hearing to investigate for profit companies harm on the health care system.

Yesterday, Gov. Healey released a FY25 budget proposal that includes $1.3 billion in Fair Share Amendment spending on transportation and education investments, but also includes damaging cuts to critical healthcare and social services programs that working people rely on. #mapoli

1199 represents nearly 5,000 members across the Steward system in #MA . Read our full statement in response to the needed actions to protect care: 1199seiu.org/massachusetts/… #mapoli

It's time to fix the T!

The MBTA is receiving $200.8 million from the Fair Share Amendment that will help fund major improvements, including:
🚉Station & accessibility upgrades
🌉Bridge repairs
🛤️Subway track & signal improvements
🚃Commuter rail projects

#PaidforbyFairShare

For the first time in years, the start of the new year didn’t bring wage increases for Massachusetts workers who are most impacted by rising costs of living. $15/hour is not enough to afford basic needs in our state! #TimeFor20

Lost revenue = budget cuts. Last year, MA gave a $347M annual tax break to those who need it the least: wealthy investors, multi-million-dollar estates, & large multinational corporations. Now, the state is facing $375M in mid-year budget cuts. bostonglobe.com/2024/01/08/met…

‘Tis the season to give including to those who are new to #MA .

We 💜 how Cape Cod Healthcare members prepped for care visits to those in emergency shelters by getting gifts for the kids.

We welcome those who are looking to grow roots in the communities we care for. #UnionStrong