22,000 New Union Members in Massachusetts!!!!!!!!!

Personal care attendants (PCAs) who care for the elderly and people with disabilities in Massachusetts have voted to join 1199SEIU in what was the largest union election in New England history. Consumers, advocates and senior and disability rights groups were pivotal in pushing legislation that allowed PCAs to form a union. The 94% favorable vote result was announced at a press conference yesterday, and a video news release about the election available by clicking here.