Buffalo, N.Y. (WBEN) - Workers at two more area nursing homes have reached tentative agreements on a new 3-year union contract.
Workers at Safire Care of Northtowns and Williamsville Suburban Care Center join Ascension Living Our Lady of Peace in reaching a deal this week. The deal includes an average wage increase of 22% in its first year and a 5% increase for all workers in years two and three.
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There's still 11 nursing homes that need to reach deals before Tuesday, May 20th. Workers at any facility that doesn't have a new contract by that date will hit the picket line for seven days.
“Some employers are threatening to stop health insurance coverage for employees who opt to strike and attempting to intimidate workers by monitoring those who participate in union meetings,” said Grace Bogdanove, 1199SEIU Vice-President for WNY Nursing Homes.
These 11 Western New York nursing homes are still in negotiations:
-Absolut Care of Gasport
-Buffalo Center for Rehabilitation & Nursing
-Comprehensive Rehab and Nursing Center at Williamsville
-Elderwood at Lockport
-Elderwood at Williamsville
-Ellicott Center
-Garden Gate Manor
-Newfane Rehabilitation & Health Center
-North Gate Manor
-Schofield Residence
-The Grand at Delaware Park