EDD benefits exhausting in February - any extension options available?

Unfortunately, the pandemic-era extensions like PEUC and Fed-Ed are no longer available. When your claim balance exhausts, that typically means your benefits end unless you qualify for a new claim. Since you've worked consistently for 5 years (minus the parental leave), you might qualify for a new claim IF some of that work falls outside your current benefit year. The key is whether you have wages in your base period that weren't used for your current claim. If your claim balance exhausts, you should immediately file a new claim through UI Online to see if you qualify. EDD won't automatically extend or renew anything - you have to initiate the process yourself.

im in the same boat my benifits run out next week and ive got 3 kids to feed. this system is so broken they expect us to magically find jobs when theres nothing out there!!!! ive applied to 20 places and got 1 interview that went nowhere

There's no more extensions like during COVID times. However, here's what you need to know about potentially filing a new claim: 1. EDD looks at your base period (the first 4 of the last 5 completed calendar quarters before you file) 2. To qualify for a new claim, you need to have earned at least $1,300 in at least one quarter of your base period OR earned at least $900 in your highest quarter and 1.25x that amount across your entire base period 3. The catch: you need to have earned NEW wages since the beginning of your CURRENT claim to qualify for a new one So if you haven't worked at all since starting your current claim, you likely won't qualify for a new one. If you had ANY employment (even part-time) during your current benefit year, file a new claim as soon as your benefits exhaust.

when my benefits ran out last year I tried calling EDD to ask about extensions and couldn't get through FOR DAYS. kept getting the "too many callers" message and then disconnected. total nightmare when you're already stressed about money!!! finally found this service called Claimyr that got me connected to an EDD rep in under 20 minutes. they have a video showing how it works: https://youtu.be/JmuwXR7HA10?si=TSwYbu_GOwYzt9km the EDD rep confirmed I wasn't eligible for an extension but at least I stopped wasting time trying to call. check out claimyr.com if you're struggling to get through

U should apply 4 CalFresh (food stamps) asap since ur UI is ending. Also check if ur county has rental assistance programs. Better 2 get applications in now b4 ur completely broke. Some counties have emergency help programs but the waitlists get long.

I've been through this exact situation twice in my career. Here's what you need to know: 1. After regular UI exhausts, there are currently NO automatic extensions available in California (PEUC, Fed-Ed, and PUA all ended years ago) 2. You need to file a completely new claim after exhaustion, but you'll only qualify if you've worked and earned sufficient wages SINCE your current claim began 3. If you don't qualify for a new UI claim, consider these alternatives: - CalWORKs (if you have dependent children) - CalFresh for food assistance - County General Assistance/Relief (very limited funds but available in emergency situations) - Some counties have temporary rental assistance programs Also, expand your job search beyond your exact profession - look for adjacent roles where your skills transfer. It's better to take something that pays less temporarily than have zero income while holding out for the perfect position.

just wondering did you try amazon or walmart?? they hire quick

THE EDD SYSTEM IS RIGGED!!!! they dont want to help regular people. they MAKE IT IMPOSSIBLE to get extentions even when theres no jobs!!!!! why do we even pay into this system if it abandoned us when we need it most???

Since you mentioned having a child, you might want to check if you qualify for CalWORKs, which provides cash aid to families with children. The income limits are strict, but if you're about to have zero income, it's worth investigating. Also, make sure you're using all the free job search resources available through EDD and America's Job Centers. They offer resume reviews, interview coaching, and sometimes have connections with employers looking to hire quickly. If you need to speak with EDD about your options, definitely call early in the morning right when the phone lines open. That's usually the best time to get through without excessive wait times.