Member Benefits
As a valued member of SEIU Local 1000, you are at the heart of a community that is dedicated to improving the lives and working conditions of all our members. Our union is more than just a collective voice in the workplace; it’s a family committed to supporting each other in every aspect of life. On this page, you will find an array of exclusive benefits, resources, and opportunities designed to enhance your work-life balance, financial well-being, and personal growth.
Special Message
Your membership is not just about enhancing your work-life balance and financial well-being; it’s about being part of a community that stands together for social, economic, and environmental justice.
Together, We Build a Brighter Future
In unity, there is strength. As a member of SEIU Local 1000, you are a vital part of a collective force that champions the rights and welfare of all members. Your voice, your participation, and your commitment help us shape a future where every Californian has the opportunity to lead a fulfilling life, enriched by fair work conditions and robust support systems.
Your Role in Our Collective Journey
Remember, your involvement goes beyond enjoying the benefits. It’s about actively participating in the decisions that shape our union’s direction. By voting, engaging in discussions, and contributing your ideas, you play a crucial role in our ongoing journey towards a more just and equitable workplace and community.
Thank You for Being a Part of Our Family
As you continue to navigate through your professional and personal life, know that SEIU Local 1000 is always here to support, represent, and advocate for you. Your membership is more than just a card; it’s a symbol of solidarity, strength, and shared aspirations. Thank you for being an integral part of our family. Together, we are stronger, and together, we will continue to make a difference.
For more information or assistance, don’t hesitate to reach out to the Member Resource Center at 866.471.SEIU (7348). Your union is always here for you.
Benefits & Discounts
The Added Value of Membership
Members receive more from Local 1000 than powerful job protection: Your union membership entitles you and your family to a number of additional benefits, discounts and savings that can easily add up to more than double your monthly dues. With the purchasing power of 96,000 members, Local 1000 can help you save money with:
Members-only rates for financial and legal services.
Group pricing on insurance including life, home, auto and pets
Discounted admission to theme parks like Disneyland, Six Flags & California State Fair!
Affordable rates on hotel lodging, cruises and airfare
Value–priced movie and event tickets
Special discounts on computers, cell phones and gift certifificates
Learn more about your SEIU Local 1000 member benefits and discounts, which are administered by California State Employees Association (CSEA), here.
Why Membership Matters
Union Membership: Stronger with You
Why membership matters! Without a STRONG UNION, our pension, benefits, health care and wages are at risk!
Have a voice:
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Membership gives you a direct role in voting for our union’s officers, electing our bargaining team and ratifying our union’s contract
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It empowers us to determine our union priorities, and it creates the leverage to be successful at the bargaining table. A strong membership base gives us the power to stand together to defend our benefits from constant attacks.
Receiving support:
- Access to the union’s legal department or professional representatives who have experience defending your rights in the areas that matter most—discipline, Skelly hearings, AWOLs, preventing outsourcing of state jobs and disability and leave protections
- There is a death benefit worth up to $3,000
- Access to home loan benefits
- Savings on hundreds of local services and products plus big discounts at theme parks and other venues
Growth as a leader:
- Membership gives you the opportunity to shape the future you want to see for your family, friends and community. It provides you with access to tools to develop your leadership to defend our future.
Representation and Benefits
Explore the benefits available to you as a member of SEIU Local 1000, and discover how being part of our union makes a positive difference in your life. Remember, these benefits are a testament to the strength of our collective bargaining and the power of our united voice.
Benefits
Legal representation
Member
Non-Member
Assistance in contractual
& non-contractual related issues
Discipline appeals to SPB
Rejection on probation appeals to SPB
Merit appeals to SPB
AWOL appeals to CalHR
Insurance & assistance services
Affordable group rates & discounts
Scholarship opportunities
Purchasing Power
Home loans
Leadership & career development
opportunities
A voice and a vote on negotiating your
contract
You only receive assistance in contract
related issues, such as grievances
and arbitration
One–time union representation provided
if you have an initial investigatory interview
No representation in discipline, rejection
on probation, merit or AWOL appeals
Certain benefits are subject to eligibility requirements. Representation is subject to the policy file. For more information, please call the Member Resource Center, 866.471.SEIU (7348) or Click here to review SEIU Local 1000 Representation Policy.
DentalSOURCE Benefits
Extra Benefits at DENTALSource
Your SEIU Local 1000 union membership provides you with numerous benefits, including dental care from DENTALSource—a 100% union shop—to substantially reduce your out–of–pocket dental co–payments on all your dental treatment.
Active Local 1000 members, and your dependents are entitled to extra benefits at DENTALSource!
- $0 Out–of–Pocket for all Examinations, X–rays, and Cleanings!
- Reduced Co–Payments on all Basic and Major procedures!
- FREE Sealants for all Kids!
- Phillips Zoom! In-Office Teeth Whitening – $79 per arch
- Implant Dentistry and Invisalign Teeth Straightening available at select locations
- Plus, DENTALSource will waive your $50 Deductible!
Member Dues
How Your Dues Dollar Works for You
SEIU Local 1000 monthly dues support everything our union does. From the negotiation and enforcement of our contract to political and legislative work, legal action, research, and communications — your dues are spent solely on union efforts and actions.
How the spending of a dollar breaks down.
36.7% — Representation & Negotiations
Your dues power the core work of the union: representing members, enforcing our contract, and negotiating with the State. This includes handling discipline cases, grievances, arbitration, and litigation, as well as preparing for and securing strong contracts. These resources also support member education, bargaining team training, and the research and communications needed to win.
30.2%— Building Power with SEIU & Other Coalitions
Real change takes collective power. Through partnerships with SEIU and allied organizations, your dues help build the strength needed to advance policies that support working families. These efforts connect us to a broader movement and bring additional resources, research, and strategy to our work.
23.6% — Operations
Behind every member service is the infrastructure that keeps the union running. Your dues support the day-to-day operations that allow us to respond quickly, stay connected, and keep members informed—from technology and staffing to communications and publications.
4.2% — Legislative Advocacy
A small portion of your dues supports the union’s legislative and advocacy work, which is critical to protecting fair wages, benefits, and retirement security for state workers. This includes representing members’ interests in the state budget, legislation, and administrative bodies where our contract is implemented and enforced. This work also includes educating members about how laws, ballot measures, and key institutions, such as CalPERS, intersect with wages, hours, and working conditions.
0.5% — Community Service & Miscellaneous Activity
Our commitment extends beyond the workplace. Your dues support community partnerships, charitable efforts, and initiatives that strengthen the communities where members live and work, because stronger communities help build stronger workers.
4.9% — Member Governance
Our union is member-led and member-driven. Elected leaders, from worksite stewards to the Board and statewide officers, set priorities and guide decisions. Your dues support this democratic structure and ensure members have a voice at every level.
Based on actual expenditures, 2025
