What Child Care Providers Need to Know: Funding Freeze, Safety, and Support
Important Note: The federal funding freeze announcements are a developing situation. This update is current as of January 14, 2026.
Important Note: The federal funding freeze announcements are a developing situation. This update is current as of January 14, 2026.
New contract raises wages to $18.90/hr on January 1st for 51,000 workers, so they can afford the rising cost of
Our union’s fight for justice isn’t new. The labor of providing care has always been tied to struggles for racial,
After weeks of voting, meetings, home visits, and powerful organizing, child care providers have overwhelmingly ratified our third contract with
Union members must vote on the agreement. Voting will continue until Monday, Sept. 22, at 4:00 PM. Together, we amplified
Letter from UDW President Beating The Heat Without Breaking the Bank The Real Cost of Medicaid Cuts: Our Lives, Our
I used to think politics didn’t have much to do with me. I was just a home care provider in
From the coastal cliffs and redwood forests to desert landscapes and lively cities, California is filled with breathtaking beauty—and extreme
UDW Family, Our union is a democratic one—guided by our members and led by an Executive Board that is nominated
May is Asian American, Native Hawaiian, and Pacific Islander(AANHPI) Heritage Month—a time to honor the rich histories, cultures, and contributions
UDW Family, What a year it’s been already. Right from the start, we had threats thrown at us—and without hesitation,
Spring is in full bloom—and just like the season, it’s a reminder that we, too, deserve to grow and blossom!
Dear UDW Members, We play an essential role in our communities. Beyond being the foundation of care—supporting our seniors, people
Habits make up a huge part of our everyday lives, good and bad. Waking up early every day and meditating
For Martha Guzman, December 9, 2023, began like any other day—but ended with her life forever changed. A routine trip
UDW family, This year has been marked by ups and downs, testing our strength and bringing us closer together to
As care providers and family child care providers, we know that our work is both rewarding and challenging. The responsibility
Monica Escalante’s journey as a home care provider began at a young age. Growing up, she supported her grandparents—her grandmother
We are at a critical crossroads for workers’ rights and human rights in America. What we saw last night was
We’re celebrating Filipino American Heritage Month! Together, we’ll continue celebrating and uplifting contributions of our Filipino community across California every