On August 6, 2024, representatives from SEIU Local 2015, California’s largest union, made a powerful appearance before the Siskiyou County Board of Supervisors to advocate for better wages and working conditions for In-Home Supportive Services (IHSS) workers.
SEIU Local 2015, a chapter of the Service Employees International Union (SEIU), represents over 470,000 long-term care workers across California, including home care providers, skilled nursing facility staff, and assisted living center employees. As the largest long-term care union in the United States and the largest local union within SEIU, their voice carries significant weight in discussions about worker rights and healthcare policy.
The union’s presentation to the Siskiyou County Board of Supervisors focused on the critical role of IHSS providers in the community and the need for fair compensation. Jacob Hibbits, representing SEIU Local 2015, opened the discussion by stating:
