We are working with SEIU Healthcare to improve working conditions and resident care at the more than 140 Atria Senior Living facilities throughout the country. We believe that when caregivers have a voice on the job, the quality of care that residents receive improves.
Atria is owned by an investment fund affiliated with Lazard, a large Wall Street investment bank. In fact, Atria's CEO and Chairman are actually Lazard executives. They have responded to worker calls for improved care and working conditions by hiring anti-union consultants and creating a climate of fear and intimidation. Atria is being investigated for hundreds of instances of breaking national labor law.
We call on the leaders of Atria and Lazard to:
1. Respect the law and the rights of Atria caregivers to organize;
2. Sign an agreement that allows Atria workers to make their own decision about unionization in an environment free of harassment and intimidation;
3. Work together with caregivers, residents, and community members to ensure quality care for Atria residents and quality jobs for caregivers.
Signed by:
[Your name]
[Your address]