Who Cares! Shaping the future of long-term care one conversation at a time.
Who Cares! is a podcast by SEIU 2015, the largest union of long-term care workers in the U.S. Hosted by Arnulfo De La Cruz, President of SEIU 2015, the podcast explores critical issues facing care workers and recipients, including labor rights, economic justice, and the intersection of politics with long-term care.
Episodes
SEIU 2015 President Arnulfo De La Cruz sits down with former U.S. Senator and SEIU 2015 founding President Laphonza Butler to celebrate a decade of care, victories like the Fight for $15, and what’s next for California’s caregivers. #CareIsEssential
When politicians attack immigrant rights, they’re also attacking the foundation of our care system. In this episode of Who Cares!, SEIU 2015 President Arnulfo De La Cruz is joined by CNA Robert Oronia and labor organizer Alejandra Quintero to unpack the real-life impact of threats to birthright citizenship and DACA. Together, they explore what these attacks mean for care workers, immigrant families, and the soul of the labor moveme...
Governor Newsom’s May revision budget proposal slashes IHSS overtime pay for caregivers, consumer access to care and nursing home oversight. SEIU 2015 President Arnulfo De La Cruz speaks with Solano County IHSS worker Daphne Dunstan and Local 2015 Statewide Policy and Research Director Brandi Wolf about the devastating impact and what we can do to fight back.
Join us in Sacramento on June 4th 2025 to protest these proposed cuts! h...
On this episode of Who Cares!, SEIU 2015 President Arnulfo De La Cruz sits down with Nina Turner to talk about the power of boycotts, the rise of worker solidarity, and why her new organization We Are Somebody is fueling a new era of collective action. From strikes to the recent boycott of Target, Nina shares why standing up for justice—and spending our dollars accordingly—matters more than ever. Plus, Nina shares a personal caregi...
In this special episode of Who Cares, SEIU 2015 President Arnulfo De La Cruz sits down with our new Executive Vice President Marcus McRae and Tehama County IHSS provider Jerrika Salyers to reflect on the powerful victories care workers won in 2024—from historic contracts to statewide legislative wins. Hear inspiring stories of member organizing, first-ever wage increases, and what’s next as we build momentum into 2025.
Medicaid cuts, mass deportations, and billionaire tax breaks—Congress is making choices that hurt working families. Rep. Jimmy Gomez sits down with Who Cares to discuss his fight for caregivers, immigrant rights, and labor protections in Washington.
Care workers like Nancy are the backbone of our communities—but Trump’s immigration policies threaten their livelihoods. In this episode, we hear Nancy’s powerful story, the fight to protect TPS, and what’s at stake for caregivers and their clients.
From the Fight for $15 to major victories in IHSS and nursing homes, SEIU 2015 has led the charge for higher wages. Hear from union leaders on how these wins were achieved and how caregivers can keep pushing for more.
In this episode of Who Cares, SEIU 2015 President Arnulfo De La Cruz is joined by Angelica Salas, Executive Director of CHIRLA, to discuss the fight for Immigration Justice. They explore CHIRLA’s decades of advocacy, the challenges facing immigrant communities, and the urgent need to prepare for anti-immigration policies. Learn how unions and organizations like CHIRLA are building power to protect immigrant rights and how you can g...
In Episode 3 of Who Cares, SEIU 2015 President Arnulfo De La Cruz talks with Executive Vice President Carmen Roberts about her journey from caregiver to union leader. Carmen then joins Leilani, a housing justice advocate, to discuss the critical issue of homelessness and affordable housing in Los Angeles. Together, they explore how union leadership drives social justice and support for caregivers.
SEIU 2015 President Arnulfo De La Cruz welcomes special guest Flora Martinez. Flora is not only a proud SEIU 2015 member but also serves on the Ontario-Montclair School District Board of Trustees. They discuss her journey from caregiver to union advocate to public office. Flora shares insights into the intersections of caregiving & education, her work in disability and language justice, & her unique perspective as a Latina ...
Join Arnulfo De La Cruz as he interviews Fresno County Supervisor candidate Luis Chavez. They dive into Chavez’s background and passion for serving the Fresno community. Learn about Chavez's plans to uplift long-term care workers, address housing affordability, and champion economic and racial justice for all. As the 2024 election approaches, hear how you can support candidates who prioritize organized labor and care workers' right...
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