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I'm going through this exact same situation right now! Got approved about 10 days ago and still no Way2Go card in sight. This thread has been incredibly helpful - I had no idea you could check card status on the Way2Go website without having the physical card first. Just tried creating an account using my SSN and DOB like several people mentioned, and it shows my card was mailed 6 days ago. At least now I know it's actually been sent instead of just wondering if something went wrong on their end! Based on all the advice here, I'm planning to call Way2Go early tomorrow morning around 8 AM to check on the status. If it doesn't show up by Friday, I'll definitely ask about the expedited replacement option since $15 is nothing compared to the stress of not being able to access my approved benefits. It's absolutely ridiculous that we have to become investigators just to track down our own unemployment money, but I'm so grateful everyone is sharing their real experiences here. This community has been way more informative than anything I've gotten from DEO directly! Definitely switching to direct deposit the moment I get this card situation resolved. Thanks everyone for making this frustrating process feel less isolating - it's comforting to know we're all navigating this broken system together!
@Ravi Kapoor I m'in almost the identical situation! Approved 9 days ago and Way2Go website shows my card was mailed 5 days ago. This whole thread has been such a relief to find - I was starting to think I was the only one dealing with these delays. The early morning call strategy seems to be the key based on everyone s'experiences. I m'planning to call at 8 AM sharp tomorrow too since waiting over an hour on hold just isn t'realistic when you re'already stressed about money. It s'crazy that we ve'all had to become amateur detectives just to figure out where our approved benefits are! But at least we re'helping each other navigate this mess. Will definitely try the expedited replacement if my card doesn t'show up by this weekend. Thanks for sharing your timeline - makes me feel way less alone in this frustrating waiting game!
I'm going through this exact same frustrating situation! Been approved for about 2 weeks now and still no Way2Go card. Reading through all these experiences has been such a huge relief - I was starting to think I was going crazy or that something was seriously wrong with my case. Just tried the Way2Go website login trick using my SSN and DOB that @Harper Thompson mentioned, and it actually worked! Shows my card was mailed 8 days ago, which is both reassuring and nerve-wracking since it should have arrived by now. At least I finally have some actual information instead of just guessing. Based on everyone's success stories, I'm definitely going to try calling Way2Go at 8 AM tomorrow morning. The idea of waiting on hold for hours is just not sustainable when you're already stressed about bills piling up. If my card doesn't show up by the end of this week, I'll ask about that expedited replacement option - $15 is totally worth it to finally access my approved benefits. It's absolutely insane that we have to become experts at navigating this broken system just to get our own money, but I'm so grateful for this community sharing real solutions. You've all been more helpful than any DEO rep I've talked to! Definitely switching to direct deposit the second I get this card mess sorted out. Thanks everyone for making this stressful process feel less isolating - it's comforting to know we're all figuring this out together!
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Hey Zainab! I just went through something similar a couple months ago and wanted to share what worked for me. First off, yeah the $600 thing has been gone for years - that was the FPUC during COVID. Florida's current max is around $275/week depending on your wages. For your July weeks, you should still be okay if you file soon! I was able to claim weeks that were about 12 days past their end date without having to call DEO. The system will either show them as "Not Requested" (good) or "Disqualified" (need to call). One thing that really helped me was using the CONNECT mobile app instead of the website when I kept getting errors. Sometimes it's more stable, especially if you're having browser issues. And definitely try that 7am login time everyone's mentioning - made a huge difference for me. Also, since you mentioned keeping track of work searches, make sure you have the employer contact info and dates ready. DEO wants pretty specific details for each of your 5 weekly contacts. I got audited last year and they wanted to see everything! Good luck getting it sorted out - this community has been a lifesaver for navigating all the DEO headaches!
Thanks for mentioning the mobile app! I had no idea there was a CONNECT mobile app option. I've been struggling with the website on my laptop and getting frustrated with all the timeouts and errors. Definitely going to download the app tonight and try that route tomorrow morning. It makes sense that it might be more stable than the browser version. I really appreciate you sharing your experience with the audit too - sounds like having detailed work search records really saved you from potential issues. This community has seriously been amazing with all the practical tips that you just can't find anywhere else. Thanks for the encouragement!
Hey there! Just wanted to chime in as someone who recently went through the DEO process. Everyone's given you great advice already, but I'll add that when you do log into CONNECT tomorrow morning, don't be surprised if the site seems slow even during off-peak hours - it's just how the system runs unfortunately. One thing I haven't seen mentioned yet is to take screenshots of each step as you're filing your weeks. If something goes wrong or your claim gets stuck later, having those screenshots can be really helpful when you're trying to explain to a DEO agent what happened. I learned this after my first claim got messed up and I had no proof of what I'd actually submitted. Also, regarding those July 2025 weeks - since we're still in early August, you should definitely still be within the filing window. Just make sure you file for the correct week ending dates and double-check everything before submitting. The system doesn't let you easily go back and fix mistakes. Good luck with your claim! This community really is the best resource for figuring out all the DEO quirks that aren't explained anywhere official. Hope you can get those weeks claimed without any hassles!
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Thanks everyone for the advice! I've gone ahead and applied today. The CONNECT system is definitely confusing but I made sure to indicate I'll be receiving severance. I'll make sure to report it properly when claiming weeks and keep up with those work searches. Fingers crossed the process goes smoothly once my severance ends!
Smart move! Just remember to check your CONNECT inbox at least twice a week. They might send you fact-finding questions that have short deadlines to respond. Missing those can delay your claim.
Good luck with your claim! One more tip - if you get any correspondence from DEO asking for documentation about your layoff or severance, respond ASAP even if it seems confusing. I waited too long to send in my separation paperwork and it delayed my whole claim by 6 weeks. The system doesn't give you much wiggle room on deadlines.
Just wanted to add one more thing that might help - when you're reporting your severance during the weekly claims, make sure you report it in the week you actually RECEIVE the payment, not when it was "earned." So if your company pays severance biweekly or monthly, only report it in the weeks when the actual payment hits your bank account. This tripped me up initially because I was trying to divide my lump sum severance across multiple weeks, but that's not how DEO wants it reported. Also, keep copies of all your severance documentation (pay stubs, HR letters, etc.) because they might ask for proof later during the claim review process.
This is really helpful info about reporting severance in the actual week you receive it! I was definitely going to try to spread it out across weeks which would have been wrong. Quick question - my company said they'll pay my 6 weeks of severance in two lump payments (3 weeks each). So I should only report the severance income in the two specific weeks when those payments actually hit my account, right? Not spread across the 6 weeks it's supposed to "cover"?
Exactly right! You only report the severance income during the actual weeks when the payments hit your account. So if you get 3 weeks worth of severance in week 2 and another 3 weeks worth in week 4, you'd report those amounts only in weeks 2 and 4, not spread across weeks 1-6. This is super important because DEO calculates your weekly benefit eligibility based on what you actually received that specific week, not what the payment is supposed to represent. Make sure to keep screenshots of your bank statements showing the deposit dates as proof if they ever question it later!
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I went through this transition about 3 months ago and it's definitely overwhelming at first! The Employ Florida registration is absolutely required - there's no way around it unfortunately. Here's what worked for me: - Do it on a desktop/laptop with good internet (mobile is frustrating) - Have all your employment history organized before you start - The resume builder is the most time-consuming part - plan for at least 45 minutes on that section alone - Save your work after completing each major section - Don't stress about making it perfect - you can always go back and edit later The good news is once you're done, your extended benefits should continue without interruption. I got my first payment about a week after completing everything. Just remember you'll need to keep logging into both CONNECT and Employ Florida regularly to stay compliant. It's annoying bureaucracy but totally manageable if you set aside enough time and don't rush through it. You've got this!
This is exactly what I needed to hear! I was getting really stressed about the whole process but your breakdown makes it seem much more doable. The 45 minutes just for the resume builder is good to know - I'll definitely plan accordingly. It's reassuring to hear that your benefits continued smoothly after completion. I'm going to tackle this over the weekend when I have plenty of uninterrupted time. Thanks for the encouragement!
I'm currently going through this same transition and this thread has been incredibly helpful! I was really confused when I first got the notification about needing to register with Employ Florida. The DEO instructions made it sound optional, but clearly it's mandatory. Based on everyone's advice here, I'm planning to: - Use my laptop with Chrome browser - Block out a full afternoon when I won't be interrupted - Have my work history and an updated resume ready before I start - Save frequently and take screenshots as backup - Break it into sections over a couple days if needed One thing I'm still wondering about - has anyone had issues with the system not recognizing their completion even after getting confirmation emails? I want to make sure I follow up properly if there are any sync issues between Employ Florida and DEO like some people mentioned. Thanks to everyone who shared their experiences! It's so much easier to approach this knowing what to expect.
Jayden Reed
As someone who just went through a similar situation last month, I can confirm that the multi-step approach really works. I had to extend my return date by 8 weeks due to a workplace injury, and I was terrified my benefits would get cut off. I did exactly what others have suggested here: filed the change request in CONNECT, got written documentation from HR, and then used a callback service to speak with a DEO representative. The whole process took about 10 days to fully process, but my benefits continued without interruption. One thing I'd add - when you do get through to an agent, ask them to read back the notes they're adding to your file so you know exactly what was recorded. This saved me when there was a small discrepancy later. Also, screenshot everything you submit online and keep copies of all employer correspondence. The peace of mind is worth the extra documentation effort!
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Jamal Edwards
•This is exactly the kind of detailed advice I was hoping to find! I'm dealing with a similar situation right now - my return date got pushed back by 6 weeks and I was panicking about my benefits getting cut off. The tip about asking the agent to read back their notes is brilliant, I never would have thought of that. I'm definitely going to follow this multi-step approach and keep everything documented. Thanks for sharing your experience, it's really reassuring to know this process actually works when done properly!
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Charlie Yang
I just wanted to add my perspective as someone who works in HR and frequently deals with employees on temporary layoffs. From the employer side, we often have to adjust return dates due to changing business conditions, and we understand that employees need to update their unemployment benefits accordingly. When providing written documentation to your employees about date changes, we typically include: 1) Original layoff date and expected return date, 2) New expected return date with reason for change, 3) Company contact information for verification, and 4) A statement that this is temporary layoff extension, not termination. For anyone in this situation, don't hesitate to ask your HR department for this documentation - we're used to these requests and it's in everyone's interest to have clear records. Also, many employers will proactively send this documentation to the state, but it's always better to handle it yourself rather than assume your employer will take care of it.
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Jamal Brown
•This HR perspective is incredibly valuable! As someone new to navigating unemployment benefits, I had no idea that employers typically provide such detailed documentation for temporary layoff extensions. It's really helpful to know exactly what should be included in that paperwork - the four points you listed will definitely help me know what to ask for if I ever need this kind of documentation. I'm curious though, from your experience, do you find that employees usually know to request this documentation, or do most people struggle with figuring out what they need? It seems like there's a lot of confusion about the proper process based on this thread.
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Savannah Glover
•Great question! In my experience, most employees don't initially know what documentation they need - there's definitely confusion about the process. I'd say about 70% of people come to us asking "I need something for unemployment" without knowing specifics. That's completely normal! What I've found helpful is creating a standard template letter that includes all the key information I mentioned. When someone requests documentation, we just fill in their specific dates and circumstances. It saves time and ensures we don't miss important details. I'd encourage anyone reading this to be proactive - if your return date changes, contact HR immediately and specifically ask for "written documentation of temporary layoff extension for unemployment benefits purposes." Most HR departments will know exactly what you need once you phrase it that way.
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