CHCA, District 1199 N U H H C E

CHCA, District 1199 N U H H C E A healthcare union dedicated to:

‣Protecting & promoting quality care
‣Advocating for patients' rights
‣Advancing the careers of healthcare workers

Connecticut Health Care Associates (CHCA) is a labor union that was established August 25, 1976 by leaders of local bargaining units of the Connecticut Nurse’s Association. The formation of the new union was triggered by the increasing need felt by Registered Nurses to take control of their professions. They wanted to be treated with Respect, they wanted to speak with one unified voice, and they w

anted to be part of every decision made that affected the work they did. These courageous health care professionals also demanded a good pension plan, better wages, better benefits and better working conditions. CHCA is affiliated with the National Union of Hospital and Health Care Employees (NUHHCE), the American Federation of State, County and Municipal Employees (AFSCME), and the AFL-CIO. Nationally there are over 1.2 million members including 360,000 health care employees, over 10,000 of whom are doctors and dentists, and 76,000 of whom are nurses. Currently, CHCA represents nearly 2000 health care professionals. Members of CHCA include nurses, laboratory technologists, social workers, dental hygienists, nuclear medicine technologists and allied hospital staff. Members of CHCA provide quality direct care and keep a number of medical and psychiatric facilities running in a safe and professional way.

CHCA Executive Secretary Eddie Gadomski and Senator Saud Anwar Public Health Committee Chairperson attend the ribbon cut...
03/05/2026

CHCA Executive Secretary Eddie Gadomski and Senator Saud Anwar Public Health Committee Chairperson attend the ribbon cutting ceremony at UConn Health Waterbury Hospital on Wednesday March 4.

CHCA Executive Secretary Eddie Gadomski and Senator Saud Anwar Public Health Committee Chairperson attend the ribbon-cut...
03/05/2026

CHCA Executive Secretary Eddie Gadomski and Senator Saud Anwar Public Health Committee Chairperson attend the ribbon-cutting ceremony at UConn Health Waterbury Hospital on Wednesday March 4.

Happy Holidays from our CHCA Family!
12/24/2025

Happy Holidays from our CHCA Family!

Happy Labor Day to our Union Stong Family from CHCA
08/31/2025

Happy Labor Day to our Union Stong Family from CHCA

Happy Fourth of July from our CHCA Family!!
07/04/2025

Happy Fourth of July from our CHCA Family!!

Happy Memorial Day from CHCA District 1199, NUHHCE
05/26/2025

Happy Memorial Day from CHCA District 1199, NUHHCE

04/23/2025
04/23/2025

For Immediate Release Contact: Dave Hannon
April 22,2024
(203) 668-2634

Norwalk Hospital Workers Rally for a Fair Contract

Hospital Workers at Norwalk Hospital to Hold Solidarity Rally as Contract Negotiations Continue

Norwalk, CT — Hospital workers at Norwalk Hospital will gather for a solidarity rally on Sunday, April 27th at 2:00 PM at the corner of Bedford and Van Buren Avenues in Norwalk. The rally is a show of unity and strength as workers continue their push for a fair contract that supports dignity, stability, and respect in the workplace.
The rally comes at a pivotal moment for healthcare in the region. Northwell Health recently announced plans to acquire Nuvance Health on May 1,2025, the parent company of Norwalk Hospital, signaling significant changes on the horizon.

Norwalk Hospital workers—many of whom are among the lowest-paid in the facility—are standing together to call for better wages, affordable benefits, safer working conditions, and greater workplace fairness. Their message is clear: healthcare workers deserve contracts that reflect their essential role in keeping hospitals running and communities healthy.

“Our members are united,” said Dave Hannon, President of CHCA District 1199. “This rally is about solidarity—within our own unit, with healthcare workers across the region, and with every patient and community member who depends on us. We are strongest when we stand together.”

CHCA District 1199, NUHHCE, was founded in 1976 by Mary Lou Millar, a registered nurse who led the fight for fair treatment on the job. Today, the union represents nearly 3,000 healthcare workers across Connecticut and is part of the National Union of Hospital and Healthcare Employees (NUHHCE) and AFSCME.

As healthcare workers continue to recover from the lasting impacts of the COVID-19 pandemic, more are organizing to ensure their voices are heard and their work is respected. CHCA is proud to be leading that movement in Connecticut.

For more information, please contact:
Dave Hannon, President
CHCA District 1199 NUHHCE
203.668.2634
[email protected]

Happy Easter from our CHCA Family to yours!
04/20/2025

Happy Easter from our CHCA Family to yours!

Happy Women's Day!!
03/08/2025

Happy Women's Day!!

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03/08/2025

Please support the fight for safer patient care!!

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Address

2 N. Plains Industrial Rd.
Wallingford, CT
06492-4113

Opening Hours

Monday 9am - 5pm
Tuesday 9am - 5pm
Wednesday 9am - 5pm
Thursday 9am - 5pm
Friday 9am - 5pm

Telephone

+12032652297

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