They didn’t have proper PPE: These Black health care workers got the vaccine. They say distrust isn’t just historical
Keta White is a Black health care worker at Germantown Home, in Philadelphia’s Mount Airy neighborhood. And she’s one of 13,000 members of District 1199C, a majority Black- and brown-led union that represents Black workers in all fields in the major health care institutions in the city — behavioral, mental health, and child care facilities, as well as employees who provide health care services within the city’s prison systems.
Governor Wolf Awards Over $2 Million to Direct Care Workforce Crisis
“This funding will allow District 1199C to work with important partners in the labor movement as well as Employers to improve care options. By providing quality training and education tools that will result in allowing the workforce to be successful in their career paths as they continue to grow and provide direct care for the most vulnerable within hospitals, long term care facilities, and at their homes.” District 1199C is proud to be involved in this effort and believe that we will continue to improve the patient experience”. Elyse Ford, Vice President
This Philadelphia Newspaper Is Forcing Its Employees to Work from the Office During COVID-19
Digital Advocacy Toolkit: Paid Sick Leave for Frontline Workers
The Philadelphia City Council has the opportunity to pass a bill that would give all workers the ability to have paid leave if they test positive for COVID-19 or were in contact with someone who tested positive and must self-isolate. This is more important than ever.
The bill gets voted in committee on Monday, June 22nd. It will then get a final vote the first week of July. You should use this toolkit everyday until the first week of July to make the biggest impact.
Your voice can make all the difference!
1199c has developed this social media toolkit that you can use to reach out to your city council member. You can use the graphics to tell your story as well as post on your councilmember’s page.
USE THIS TOOLKIT
Paid-Sick-Leave-1199c-Social-Media-toolkit-2District 1199C Union Hall Now Open By Appointment ONLY
District 1199C Union Hall is now open by Appointment ONLY:
Monday through Friday 9:00am-4:00pm
To Confirm or Make an Appointment please use phone numbers provided below:
1) 1199C Administration Dial ext.222 and Administrative Organizers: Dial ext.229
2) BENEFIT & PENSION FUND: Dial “9” then 215-552-5830
3) LEGAL FUND: Dial “9” then 215-790-0081
4) TRAINING & UPGRADING FUND: Dial “9” then 215-568-2220
(Located in the Land and Title Building at 100 S Broad Street 10 th Floor)
5) General Questions, Concerns or Mail requiring Signature: Dial ext. 229 or 222
Leaving a Package(s) or Document(s)? Please Use Drop-Box Provided
Nutrition and Hydration: Quick Facts for COVID-19 Patients Recovering at Home
In the US, only around 12% of those infected with COVID-19 will require hospitalization.1 The remaining 88% are people who will manage their illness and recover at home. The most common symptoms of COVID-19 infection are fever, cough, and shortness of breath; these symptoms are usually accompanied by fatigue and loss of appetite.
COVID19-Patient_Nutrition-Quick-FactsHealth Care Workers’ Mental Health Guide
Doctors, nurses, paramedics and more — you’re dedicated to helping others. But what happens when the helpers need help? You’re on the front lines of the COVID-19 pandemic. And this poses a risk to both your mental and physical health.
Health-care-workers-mental-health-guideCoping With COVID-19 Fears – We’re Here For You
It’s normal to feel worried about safety when facing an unknown threat like the COVID-19 virus. With COVID-19 in the news everyday, it’s only natural to have some anxiety. This is especially true since so much about the virus is unknown right now.
Coping-with-COVID-19-fears-1Staying Resilient Through COVID-19
Aetna Resources For Living – In challenging times, resilience or the ability to stay strong and bounce back is more important than ever. Whatever your role in your organization, you can boost resilience for yourself and those you work with. These tips can help.
Staying-resilientWays To Stay CALM
A useful guide from Aetna’s Resources for Living program to remind you how best to deal with the fear associated with the Coronavirus pandemic.
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