Can I apply for EDD benefits extension after regular UI runs out in 2025?

Extensions don't exist anymore like they used to during covid. Once ur regular UI claim is exhausted that's it unfortunately... I ran out in January and that was it for me. Some ppl might qualify for fed-ed but only if unemployment rate is high in California which it isnt right now.

The previous commenter is mostly correct. Regular UI extensions like Federal-ED only become available during periods of high unemployment as determined by specific economic triggers. As of 2025, California does not have any automatic extension programs active for regular UI claims. However, you do have options to consider: 1. If you qualify for any type of partial disability, you might be eligible for SDI (State Disability Insurance). 2. If you need to care for an ill family member, you could look into PFL (Paid Family Leave). 3. CalWORKs provides temporary financial assistance for families with children. 4. CalFresh (food stamps) can help with nutritional assistance. Most importantly, I'd recommend scheduling an eligibility interview with EDD to discuss your specific situation and get personalized guidance. They can advise you on any programs you might qualify for after your UI exhaustion date.

Dont waste ur time with the EDD phone lines!!!! I found this service called Claimyr that gets you connected to an EDD agent fast. Saved me SO MUCH frustration when I needed to talk to someone about my claim. Check their site claimyr.com - they have a video showing how it works: https://youtu.be/JmuwXR7HA10?si=TSwYbu_GOwYzt9km

Since you're in healthcare admin, have you considered looking into the Healthcare Workforce Development programs through EDD partnerships? They sometimes have training funds and job placement assistance specifically for healthcare workers. This won't extend your benefits, but it might help with the job search. The EDD WorkSource centers offer these services for free, and they can sometimes connect you with employers who are actively hiring. Also, make sure you're certifying correctly and answering all work search questions accurately. Even one mistake can cause payment delays or disqualifications. And double-check your certifications are being submitted successfully - the UI Online system sometimes has glitches that don't show confirmation pages.

my cousin said theres a secret extension u can get if u call and say the right things to the right person at EDD lol not sure if its true tho

LISTEN UP - the system is DESIGNED to make you give up!!!!! They WANT you to run out of benefits before finding a job. I worked for 22 YEARS paying into this system and when I finally needed help they gave me the bare minimum and then cut me off. The "work search requirement" is a JOKE - nobody is hiring but they pretend the economy is great. I applied to 200+ jobs and got ONE interview. EDD doesn't care if you become homeless!!!!!

Have you checked if you might qualify for Trade Adjustment Assistance (TAA)? It's for people who lost jobs due to foreign trade impact. Not super common but worth looking into if your healthcare admin job was outsourced overseas. Also, don't forget to apply for CalFresh (food stamps) when you get to about 4 weeks left on your claim. You can get that process started before your UI actually runs out.

One important thing to understand: your benefit year is 12 months from when you first filed, but that doesn't mean you get benefits for 12 months. You only get benefits for the number of weeks your claim balance covers (usually 26 weeks at your weekly benefit amount). If you're only halfway through your benefits but already worried, you might want to look into part-time work. Even if it pays less than your previous job, you can still collect partial unemployment benefits if you earn less than your weekly benefit amount, and this would stretch your claim balance longer while giving you some income.

i went thru this last year!!!! so stressful. make sure ur putting aside money for TAXES on ur benefits cuz they dont withhold enough and i got hit with a huge tax bill i wasnt expecting. not helpful for ur actual question sorry lol just thought id mention it