SEIU 721 members at the Antelope Valley Rehabilitation Center provide long-term treatment for Los Angeles County residents who are dealing with drug/and or alcohol abuse. The center has been described as a “recovery oasis in the desert” and no one is excluded from this state-funded program for lack of income. However, despite substance abuse … Read More
In case you missed it, the United States Supreme Court affirmed on Pride Month that an employer cannot fire a person because of their sexual orientation or gender identity! The 6-3 decision in the Bostock v. Clay County case represents a landmark victory for all LGBTQ+ identified workers in the United … Read More
A series of online webinars hosted by Empower Retirement is available to LA County employees for the month of June! See the flyer below for dates and times for workshops on the following topics: Pre-Retirement Make the Most of Your Plans Market Volatility Investments 101 Click on the link below … Read More
At SEIU Local 721 we know that an injustice to one is an injustice to us all. That’s why we proudly stand with our allies in the Movement for Black Lives and have pledged to continue in the fight to dismantle white supremacy, systematic racism and end the epidemic of police brutality … Read More
By David Green, LA County Social Worker & SEIU 721 Treasurer The COVID-19 pandemic poses a major threat to children in the child welfare system. While the disease itself most severely affects older adults, the side effects of the pandemic — shelter-in-place orders, lockdowns, school and court closures and mass unemployment — … Read More
We can all agree that 2020 has been one of the most demanding years in our lifetimes. The COVID-19 pandemic has come and the subsequent economic depression has put the work we do front and center. Join SEIU 721 President Bob Schoonover and Vice President Linda Dent as they host union … Read More
We are living through a moment in this nation’s history that will not soon be forgotten. As union members, we know that social and economic justice cannot be achieved without racial justice – they are inherently linked. That’s why our union, SEIU, has worked tirelessly to build cross-racial solidarity to … Read More
SEIU 721 members went from being invisible to being labeled “essential” – seemingly overnight. Now, many of us are on the chopping block. The inequality and economic uncertainty many of us face – whether poor, working class, or middle class is not only unfair, but avoidable. The Legislature is voting on … Read More
The 2020 Census is underway and now more than ever, self-response by all households is strongly urged considering the current health emergency. The process is easy, fast and confidential and helps you secure funding for your local community. While the deadline for the Census has been delayed, taking the time now to fill it out … Read More