CARNEGIE, P.A. — Today, Congressman Chris Deluzio (PA-17) released the following statement in support of the nursing home therapists at the Brighton Rehab Wellness Center in his district who are seeking a fair contract. The union therapists at Brighton Rehab and Wellness have voted to strike unfair labor practices starting on May 6 after seven months of negotiation, especially over wage increases.

Ahead of the scheduled strike, Congressman Chris Deluzio released the following statement:

“I call on Brighton Rehabilitation and Wellness Center to do the right thing and return to the bargaining table ready to discuss fair wage increases for its hardworking therapist staff members. I met with nursing home workers in March and heard firsthand the difficulties and challenges staff face everyday in the workplace, caring for some of the most vulnerable among us. Management should remain willing to sit down with its workers and negotiate a fair contract in good faith.”

The next bargaining session is scheduled for May 9. This is the first contract negotiation for the group that unionized last year.