I work as a trainer at a local gym. I suffer from autoimmune arthritis and a chronic condition has caused degenerative disk disease that can be remedied only by surgery. Like so many other Connecticut residents, if I don't work, I don't get paid. I can't afford to take any unpaid time off, so a … Continue reading Stories from Connecticut Voters: Holly
Stories from Connecticut Voters: Eva
I grew up in Hartford, and live in Newtown now. In so many ways I have been fortunate, working for employers in my adult life who provide at least some form of paid leave. It gives me peace of mind to know that I can count on something paid FMLA if I get sick or … Continue reading Stories from Connecticut Voters: Eva
Stories from Connecticut Voters: Dina
Until last year, I worked for a New Haven-based healthcare agency as a CAN/LPN. I have worked in the healthcare field now for 28 years and I still make just ten dollars an hour. In February, I underwent gallbladder surgery. I took a few days off to recuperate, unpaid. My doctor told me that I … Continue reading Stories from Connecticut Voters: Dina