In Media Releases, NSGEU NewsPosted November 1, 2021MEDIA RELEASE: More Needed to Attract, Retain CCAsGovernment’s announcement today is a small step in the right direction towards addressing recruitment and retention issues in the continuing care... Continue Reading
In Media ReleasesPosted August 4, 2020MEDIA RELEASE: NSGEU Releases Report, “Neglecting Northwood”Today, the NSGEU is releasing a report chronicling government neglect and delay that contributed to the death of 53 seniors... Continue Reading
In Media ReleasesPosted June 30, 2020MEDIA RELEASE: Plans for Long-Term Care Review InadequateThe government’s planned review of the tragic deaths of residents at Northwood Manor is both welcome and necessary, but unfortunately,... Continue Reading
In Media ReleasesPosted April 22, 2020MEDIA RELEASE: Immediate Action Required to Protect Seniors & Workers at Northwood ManorNSGEU nurses redeployed to Northwood Manor are reporting extremely serious concerns about the health and safety of vulnerable seniors due... Continue Reading
In UncategorizedPosted April 19, 2020Urgent: Department of Health and Wellness Seeks CCA, LPN & RN Volunteers for Northwood Manor!Good morning, I am reaching out today at the request of the Department of Health and Wellness. The Department is... Continue Reading
In UncategorizedPosted January 17, 2019Long-Term Care Recommendations Solid Starting PointThe NSGEU welcomes the recommendations of the Minister’s Expert Advisory Panel on Long Term Care (LTC). While there remains a... Continue Reading
In UncategorizedPosted March 1, 2017NS Workplace Safety Action Plan Online Survey-Have Your SayGood afternoon, Are you an NSGEU member working in a group home, long-term care or in home support? The following... Continue Reading
In Events, Labour News, NSGEU NewsPosted May 4, 2016Immediate Action needed to Address Safety Concerns and Staffing Levels in Long Term CareWed. May 4, 2016 MEDIA RELEASE: Immediate Action needed to Address Safety Concerns and Staffing Levels in Long Term Care... Continue Reading
In UncategorizedPosted August 31, 2015Input Needed: Government Survey on Continuing CareWe are asking members who either work in Continuing Care (including long-term care facilities and home care), as well as... Continue Reading
In Media ReleasesPosted April 27, 2015MEDIA RELEASE: NSGEU Opposes Cuts to Long-Term CareThe Liberal government is once again taking aim at Nova Scotia’s most vulnerable, cutting the funding for many of our... Continue Reading