Memory care workers protest for change at The Rawlin Employees said understaffing contributed to 23 deaths over the last nine weeks, with only six due to COVID-19. Posted: Feb 17, 2021 12:04 AM Updated: Feb 17, 2021 9:46 AM Posted By: Connor McCarthy SPRINGFIELD, Ore. -- Dozens of employees at a Springfield memory care facility picketed Tuesday demanding improved working conditions and recognition of their union. Around 40 workers and family from The Rawlin at RiverBend Memory Care in Springfield were out front of the facility all day demanding higher wages, more staff, and better training. Employees said understaffing contributed to 23 deaths over the last nine weeks, with only six due to COVID-19.