I wanted to introduce myself to you, and give you a little background on who I am and how I became involved with IHSS and SEIU Local 2015.

I’m a divorced single woman whose children are grown and on their own. My daughter is 28 years-old and has been married for one year. My son is 27 years-old and recently engaged.

My name is Aixamar Ruiz. I am currently a nursing home worker in Anaheim, CA. I came to the U.S. from Venezuela in 1999. I came to this country to seek a better life. My dream since I was in Venezuela has always been to be a nurse. I feel a lot of satisfaction in being able to help another human being. It is very rewarding but not everyone has the heart for it.