OCEA News
Information is power, and OCEA members receive regular email, text and social media updates about workplace issues and news. Many of those emails are archived below.
OCEA Honors its Workplace Leaders at the Steward Awards
December 16, 2020
OCEA honored its workplace leaders at the annual Steward Awards Ceremony held virtually Thursday night from OCEA headquarters. OCEA's Stewards are the backbone of the union and those we honor this year each deserve the thanks of the community for faithfully performing their duties in the midst of a public health crisis.
COVID-19 Emergency Temporary Standards from Cal/OSHA
December 11, 2020
As you know, California has experienced a statewide surge in COVID-19 cases and related hospitalizations. I want to make sure that you are aware of recent pandemic-related actions taken by the Division of Occupational Safety and Health of California (Cal/OSHA) which impact health and safety in California workplaces.
Virtual CFS Caseload Management on Dec. 16
December 10, 2020
As the County continues to grapple with the unprecedented challenges brought by COVID-19, it's important that OCEA members and workplace leaders have a voice. The Caseload Management Forum is an opportunity to address concerns and be a part of the conversation with management. The goal is to work collaboratively on caseload and workplace solutions.
Sen. Tom Umberg invites OCEA members to Legislative Briefing
December 10, 2020
On the first day of the current legislative session, Sen. Umberg introduced a slate of bills focusing on free and fair elections including protections for voters and poll workers.
Seminar: Healthy Brain Aging with Dr. Cheryl Alvarez
December 9, 2020
How can I improve my brain health and decrease my risk of brain impairment? What about caring for a family member with dementia? How can I best support a caregiver? These are questions Dr. Cheryl Alvarez can help to answer in this informative video from the Alzheimer's Family Services Center.
Attention AMEA members - Holiday Toy Drive for working families
December 7, 2020
The United Across Borders Foundation (UABF) is accepting toys for distribution to Anaheim families and we need your help. You can drop off a new, unwrapped toy at the Anaheim Downtown Youth Center, 225 S. Philadelphia Street, Anaheim, 92805.
Cooking Demo - "The Guacamole-filled Sweet Potato," with Mona Cabrera
December 2, 2020
Here is another installment of our ongoing “members only” series that were previously held at OCEA Headquarters or at various work locations. We can’t hold those seminars in person because of the pandemic but we can bring you content produced especially for you.
Thanksgiving Opportunity Drawing Winners Announced
November 26, 2020
Our Thanksgiving is going to look a bit different for many of us due to the unprecedented health crisis we're facing. Our partners at Orange County's Credit Union (OCCU) wanted to join with OCEA to give thanks to all OCEA members for their public service, so together we held an opportunity drawing for five (5) Thanksgiving Dinner Giveaways. Each giveaway consists of a $100 grocery store gift card that may be used to purchase a Thanksgiving feast!
Update: Paralegal Comp Study Zoom Meeting
November 25, 2020
I want to thank those OCEA members and workplace leaders who participated in the virtual Paralegal Classification and Compensation Study Zoom meeting Nov. 16.
Cooking Demo - the Vegan Meatball with Mona Cabrera
November 23, 2020
The Hoag Lifestyle Program is pleased to bring you "The Vegan Meatball" cooking demonstration with Mona Cabrera, Registered Dietician. Ms. Cabrera is a nutrition and fitness expert who has taken her passion for wellness and fitness and has helped a variety of clients manage their health issues.
Stay safe over the Thanksgiving Holiday
November 20, 2020
The Holiday Season begins with Thanksgiving - a holiday that is all about being grateful for the blessings in our lives. How we celebrate Thanksgiving is going to be a little different just like almost everything else during this historic pandemic.
New location: Thanksgiving Turkey Giveaway this Saturday
November 19, 2020
As the pandemic surges across our country, working families continue to face challenges including food insecurity. The economic downturn has put a Thanksgiving Dinner out of reach for many.
Heart Health Seminar: How to use Fitbits and Apple Watches
November 18, 2020
Hoag Hospital is pleased to bring you "Apple Watches, Fitbits & Your Heart Health," with Dr. Subbarao Myla - a widely published cardiovascular expert. Dr. Myla has extensive clinical trial experience in the groundbreaking aspects of cardiology.
Turkey Giveaway this Saturday, Nov. 21, 2020
November 17, 2020
As the pandemic surges across our country, working families continue to face challenges including food insecurity. The economic downturn has put a Thanksgiving Dinner out of reach for many.
Supervisor Chaffee Annual Kindness Awards - OCEA Recognition!
November 17, 2020
Last week District 4 County Supervisor Chaffee recognized OCEA’s own Gus Castellanos during the 2020 Kindness Awards! Gus works on the communications team and you have probably seen him at an OCEA event or in the community.