I'm so sorry you're going through this difficult situation, Anastasia. As someone who works in workforce development, I wanted to add a few resources that might help bridge this gap while you're job searching. First, definitely look into your county's Emergency Rental Assistance program if housing costs are a concern - many counties still have COVID relief funds available for unemployment situations like yours. Second, since you mentioned healthcare assistance job searching, consider getting your CPR/First Aid certification if you don't already have it. Many community colleges offer free or low-cost classes, and it makes you much more competitive for hospital patient care assistant positions. Also, check with your local Area Agency on Aging - they often know about private families looking for experienced caregivers and can sometimes make direct referrals. Your 13 years with one client is exactly the kind of stability and trustworthiness families are desperately seeking. Finally, when you do get through to EDD, ask about the "Disaster Unemployment Assistance" program eligibility - sometimes there are small programs available that aren't widely publicized. Your dedication and experience are incredibly valuable. Don't let this system make you feel otherwise!

I'm really touched by how supportive this community has been to Anastasia! Reading through all these responses, I wanted to add one more resource that might help. Since you mentioned you're 58 and this is your first time on unemployment, you should definitely check if you qualify for the AARP Foundation's "Back to Work 50+" program. They offer free job search assistance, resume help, and interview coaching specifically for older workers. Also, given your 13 years of dedicated caregiving experience, you might want to look into becoming a Certified Nursing Assistant (CNA). Many community colleges have accelerated CNA programs (sometimes just 4-6 weeks), and some even offer financial assistance for students in your situation. With your background, you'd probably excel in the program, and CNAs are in huge demand right now with good pay and benefits. One last thing - when you're ready to apply for positions, don't undersell that 13-year tenure. In healthcare, that kind of loyalty and consistency is like gold. Most employers would rather hire someone with your proven dedication than someone who job-hops every year or two. You've got so much valuable experience and clearly a strong work ethic. This rough patch is temporary, but your skills and character will carry you through to something even better!

Welcome to the community @Zainab Omar! You're absolutely right to be proactive about this stuff. One thing I learned the hard way is to also enable text notifications if EDD offers them - sometimes those get through when emails don't. Also, if you haven't already, I'd recommend creating a dedicated folder in your email just for EDD correspondence so nothing gets lost. The RESEA appointments usually start getting scheduled after you've been on benefits for a few weeks, so you should get some advance notice. But definitely keep an eye out for any notifications from them. This thread has been super helpful for all of us learning how to navigate the system!

This is such a helpful thread! I'm dealing with a similar situation right now - I missed my RESEA appointment last week because I was dealing with a family emergency and completely spaced on checking my notifications. My benefits got suspended and I've been panicking about how to fix it. Reading through everyone's experiences here gives me hope that I can get this resolved. I'm definitely going to try calling EDD first thing tomorrow morning to see if they can reschedule like they did for @Andre Laurent, and if that doesn't work I'll file the appeal. It's so frustrating that these notifications can end up in spam or get missed so easily, but at least now I know there are options. Thanks everyone for sharing your stories and advice!

OMG i'm in the same boat!!! its been 3 months and i still cant get my claim sorted. this whole system is a joke tbh

I had a similar issue and it turned out my SSN was entered incorrectly on their end when I first applied. What helped me was going to the EDD office in person with all my documents - birth certificate, SSN card, driver's license, etc. I know it's a pain to take time off work, but sometimes face-to-face is the only way to get these data mismatches fixed. They were able to update my info on the spot and I could register online that same day. Check if your local office has walk-in hours!

Just wanted to chime in as someone who works in HR and has helped employees navigate EDD claims over the years - your EDD Customer Account Number is indeed permanent and tied to your Social Security Number. I've seen countless employees successfully use account numbers from claims filed 5, 7, even 10+ years ago without any issues. One thing I always tell people: if you're having trouble locating your old account number, check any tax documents from years you received unemployment benefits. The account number is often listed on the 1099-G forms that EDD sends for tax purposes. Those forms are usually easier to find than the original claim paperwork since people tend to keep tax documents longer. Also, don't worry about entering the "wrong" number and somehow damaging your new claim - the EDD system is pretty robust and won't let you accidentally mess up your claim status by trying to log in with incorrect information. At worst, you'll just get an error message and can try again. Best of luck with your claim!

This thread is incredibly reassuring! I'm in a similar boat - just got laid off from my nursing job and haven't filed since 2019. I was panicking about whether my old account number would still work, but seeing all these success stories from people who've used the same number across multiple years (and even decades!) is putting my mind at ease. The tip about checking old 1099-G forms is brilliant - I definitely have those filed away with my tax documents. And I love the idea of taking a screenshot once I'm logged back in. It's so frustrating how these gaps between claims can make you forget all the details you once knew by heart. Thanks to everyone who shared their experiences! This community is such a lifesaver for navigating EDD's confusing processes. Going to dig out my old paperwork tonight and file my claim this weekend.

I've been reading through this entire thread and wow, what a relief to find so many people going through the exact same situation! I'm dealing with something very similar right now - had my first few payments come through fine, then got hit with an eligibility interview about 3 weeks ago, and now I'm seeing that same confusing pattern everyone's describing where my older weeks are stuck in pending but my latest certification went straight to disqualification. This thread has been absolutely invaluable - I had no idea that I needed to specifically call and request conditional payments rather than waiting for them to automatically appear. I also didn't know about the separate processing for each certification period during eligibility reviews, which explains why we're all seeing these mixed statuses. Based on everything I'm reading here, I'm going to call first thing tomorrow morning to request conditional payments using that exact phrase: "conditional payments for weeks pending over 14 days due to eligibility determination delay." My weeks have been pending for almost 3 weeks now due to the interview delay. I'm also going to make sure to keep certifying even with the disqualification showing - I almost stopped because I thought there was no point, but now I understand I need to keep the claim active for any potential appeals. The financial stress of this whole situation has been overwhelming, especially when you're depending on these payments just to keep a roof over your head. But reading everyone's experiences here - especially the success stories from people like Rudy who got their pending weeks paid out even after disqualification - gives me real hope that this isn't the end of the road. Thanks to everyone for sharing their experiences and tips. This community support makes such a huge difference when dealing with EDD's incredibly confusing and stressful system. I'll definitely keep everyone updated on what happens with my conditional payment request and determination notice!

I've been dealing with a very similar situation and this thread has been incredibly helpful! Like many of you, I had the same confusing pattern - first payments went through fine, then eligibility interview, followed by weeks stuck in pending while my newest certification went straight to disqualification. What really helped me understand what was happening was learning (from this thread!) that EDD processes each certification period separately during eligibility reviews. So your pending weeks are being evaluated under your original eligibility status, while the disqualification likely applies to your circumstances going forward from a specific date. A few things that worked for me: - Called and specifically requested "conditional payments for weeks pending over 14 days due to eligibility determination delay" (got them within a week) - Kept certifying even with the disqualification showing - you need to maintain your claim for any appeals - Checked both UI Online inbox AND physical mail for the determination notice The address change issue is almost certainly unrelated to your disqualification. In my experience, those are tracked separately from the certification questions and don't typically cause eligibility problems. Most likely causes based on what I've seen: work search documentation (super common now), work availability issues, or employer disputes that come up after the interview. Don't panic yet! The fact that your older weeks are still pending separately is actually a good sign. Many people in this thread have successfully gotten their pending weeks paid out even when facing disqualification on newer certifications. Wait for that determination notice to see exactly what they're saying before assuming the worst. The financial stress is awful, I know, but there's real hope here based on everyone's experiences. Keep us updated!