RESEA Zoom link arrives 2 weeks before appointment - finally got mine after anxiety
Just wanted to update everyone about the RESEA (Reemployment Services and Eligibility Assessment) appointment process! I was stressing out because I received the mail notice about a mandatory RESEA appointment last month, but there was no Zoom link or specific instructions. I called EDD five times with no answer and was panicking about possibly losing my benefits. Turns out the actual Zoom link arrives via email exactly 2 weeks before your scheduled appointment date. Mine just landed in my inbox today! Check your spam/junk folders too, because that's where mine initially went. The email has all the instructions for the virtual workshop and what documents to have ready. Just sharing so others don't freak out like I did waiting for that link!
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Javier Morales
Thanks for the heads-up! I just got my RESEA letter yesterday and was wondering about the Zoom details. Did your email come directly from EDD or from a specific workshop provider? Just want to make sure I'm looking for the right sender when it arrives.
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Natasha Petrova
AuthorThe email came from an address with @edd.ca.gov at the end, but the actual name showed up as "CA EDD RESEA Program" in my inbox. Subject line had my appointment date and "RESEA Workshop" in it. Hope that helps!
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Emma Davis
mine came 3 days b4 my appointment and i almost missed it!!! make sure to check ALL email folders including promotions if ur using gmail
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GalaxyGlider
OMG that's terrible! Did you still make the appointment? I heard missing RESEA means automatic disqualification!
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Emma Davis
ya i made it but was so unprepared, had to scramble to find my resume & work search records. they were nice about it tho
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Malik Robinson
I went through this back in January. Just a heads-up: take the RESEA appointment seriously! Have these ready: 1. Your resume (updated) 2. Record of at least 3 job contacts per week 3. Any job search activities (workshops, networking, applications) They really do review everything and will assign follow-up activities. If you don't complete them, your benefits can be suspended. The workshop itself was actually pretty helpful with job search strategies, but it's the follow-up requirements that matter most for keeping your benefits flowing.
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Isabella Silva
Is it true they make you do a personality assessment during these workshops? My friend said she had to take some quiz about her work preferences and then they tried to push her into applying for jobs she didn't want.
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Ravi Choudhury
If anyone is still struggling to get through to EDD about their RESEA appointment (or any other claim issues), try Claimyr. I was in the same boat last month - got the RESEA letter with no way to confirm details or ask questions. Used Claimyr (claimyr.com) and they got me connected to an EDD rep in about 25 minutes when I had been trying for days on my own. There's a video showing how it works: https://youtu.be/JmuwXR7HA10?si=TSwYbu_GOwYzt9km The rep confirmed my appointment details and also added notes to my account showing I had been proactively checking on it, which apparently helps if there are ever any questions about your participation.
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Freya Andersen
does it actually work?? ive spent like 8 hours on hold this week trying to figure out if my RESEA is in person or zoom because my letter doesn't say!!
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Ravi Choudhury
Yes, it did for me. Most RESEA appointments are virtual now via Zoom because of efficiency, but some workforce centers are doing in-person ones again. That's exactly why I needed to talk to someone - my letter was unclear too.
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Isabella Silva
WAIT these are MANDATORY??? I thought the RESEA was optional like the other workshops! I got a letter maybe 3 weeks ago but honestly didn't read it carefully because I've been getting so much mail from EDD. Now I'm panicking - how do I check if I missed mine already???
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Javier Morales
Yes, RESEA workshops are absolutely mandatory. They're actually federal requirements, not just California EDD policy. Log into your UI Online account and check your inbox there - sometimes appointment notices are sent through the portal as well as mail. If you missed one, call EDD immediately to try rescheduling before they place a hold on your benefits.
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GalaxyGlider
I had my RESEA last week and it wasn't bad at all! The career counselor was super nice and actually helped me improve my resume. Make sure you're on time though - they take attendance right at the start and people who showed up even 5 minutes late had to reschedule. The whole thing took about 90 minutes.
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Natasha Petrova
AuthorThanks for sharing your experience! What kind of follow-up tasks did they assign you? I'm trying to prepare and curious what to expect after the actual workshop.
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GalaxyGlider
They gave me a list of 5 tasks: update resume with the suggestions, register on CalJOBS if you haven't already, complete a specific online assessment (takes about 20 min), apply to 5 jobs that match my skills, and schedule one follow-up with the career counselor. You get different deadlines for each - some were 1 week, others 2 weeks. They email you a personalized plan after the workshop.
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Emma Davis
anyone know if u can reschedule these things? my kids school has minimum day when mine is scheduled
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Malik Robinson
Yes, you can reschedule once by calling EDD directly - but do it at least 48 hours before your appointment. Have a legitimate reason ready because they do make notes on your account. Multiple reschedules can trigger eligibility questions, so try to make the rescheduled one work if possible.
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Isabella Silva
The whole EDD system is ridiculous! They send a letter saying you MUST attend this appointment but then don't bother sending the actual meeting details until 2 weeks before? What if someone doesn't check email frequently? Or what if the email goes to spam? Then they can just cut off your benefits because of THEIR poor communication? This is why the unemployment system is so broken!
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Javier Morales
While I understand your frustration, this is actually an improvement over the old system. Previously, they would mail all materials which often arrived late or got lost. The two-week notice via email is to ensure the meeting links don't expire and that workshop rosters are current based on recent certifications. Most states actually give less notice than California. If you're concerned about missing important emails, you should add edd.ca.gov to your safe senders list and check your UI Online inbox regularly.
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Natasha Petrova
Update: Just finished my RESEA workshop today and wanted to share that it was actually really helpful! The career counselor reviewed my resume personally and gave me specific feedback. We also did breakout rooms to practice interview questions. Much more useful than I expected, and they confirmed that completing all the follow-up activities means I won't be selected for another RESEA during this claim period. So it's definitely worth taking seriously!
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Freya Andersen
did they ask about your work search efforts? i haven't been keeping great records tbh, mostly just applying online
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Santiago Diaz
They do ask about work search but they're more focused on helping you improve your strategy than grilling you about past records. I brought what I had (screenshots of applications, a few networking contacts) and they helped me set up a better tracking system for going forward. The counselor said online applications are fine but suggested mixing in some direct employer contact and networking events too. Don't stress too much about past records - just be honest about what you've been doing and be ready to commit to their recommended approach!
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QuantumQuest
This whole thread has been so helpful! I'm new to receiving unemployment benefits and got my RESEA letter last week. I was completely confused about what it even was - the letter just said "mandatory reemployment workshop" with a date but no other details. Reading everyone's experiences here has made me feel way more prepared. I'm definitely going to set up email alerts for anything from @edd.ca.gov and make sure to check spam folders. Quick question though - for those who've completed it, about how many other people were in your workshop? I'm a bit nervous about the group setting but it sounds like the breakout rooms and resume feedback are really valuable. Thanks for creating such a supportive space to share info!
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Freya Pedersen
Welcome to the unemployment journey! I just went through my RESEA workshop last month and totally understand that nervous feeling. My workshop had about 12-15 people, which felt like a good size - small enough that everyone got individual attention during the resume review but large enough that you don't feel like you're on the spot the whole time. The facilitator did a great job making everyone feel comfortable, and honestly, knowing that everyone else is in the same situation really helps with any anxiety. The breakout rooms were only 3-4 people each, so those felt even more manageable. You'll do great - just bring your updated resume and any work search records you have so far!
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Cedric Chung
This thread has been incredibly valuable! I received my RESEA letter about 10 days ago and have been checking this subreddit daily for updates and experiences. Reading through everyone's posts has really helped calm my nerves about the whole process. I'm particularly grateful for the tip about checking spam folders - I've already set up a filter to make sure anything from @edd.ca.gov goes straight to my main inbox. It's also reassuring to know that the workshop is actually designed to be helpful rather than just a compliance hoop to jump through. I'm planning to spend this weekend updating my resume and organizing my work search records so I'm fully prepared when my Zoom link arrives. Thanks to everyone for sharing their experiences and creating such a supportive community for navigating these EDD requirements!
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Destiny Bryant
This community has been such a lifesaver! I'm in the same boat - got my RESEA letter last week and was completely lost until I found this thread. The email filter tip is genius, definitely doing that today. I've been putting off updating my resume for weeks but reading everyone's positive experiences with the career counselor feedback has motivated me to finally tackle it this weekend. It's amazing how much less stressful this whole process feels when you know what to expect. Thanks for adding to the supportive atmosphere here - we're all figuring this out together!
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