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When my unemployment ran out I started donating plasma twice a week. Brought in about $400/month which helped a lot with groceries. Not ideal but it was something when nothing else was coming in.
I hadn't thought about plasma donation! There's a center not far from me. Might look into that as a temporary option. $400/month would definitely help.
One last thought - when you're budgeting those final DEO payments, remember they're taxable income. If you didn't have taxes withheld, set aside some money for potential tax bills next year. I made that mistake and got hit with an unexpected tax bill after my benefits ended. And keep documenting EVERYTHING related to your job search. Some assistance programs want proof you're actively looking for work. Most importantly - don't lose hope. I was unemployed for almost 5 months after benefits ended, but eventually found something. It's incredibly stressful, but you will get through this.
You're right about the taxes - I did have them withholding, thankfully. And I'll definitely keep detailed records of all my job applications. Really appreciate all the support here - feeling a bit more hopeful today.
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UPDATE: Just got off the phone with DEO (thanks to those who suggested different ways to get through). The agent I spoke with confirmed they're starting to process the payments next week, but they'll be distributed in three separate $300 payments, probably a few days apart. She said everyone should have all three payments by October 5th at the latest. She also mentioned that people who were on PUA with less than $100 benefits won't be eligible, which is terrible for gig workers and self-employed people who are getting the minimum PUA amount. Still frustrating that it's not a lump sum, but at least there's a timeline now.
thanks for sharing the update 👍 good to know when to expect it
That timeline helps a lot! Was worried about my electric bill. Did they say if we need to do anything special to get these payments, or will they just automatically show up if we qualify?
For those needing clarification on eligibility: To receive the LWA $300 supplement, you must: 1. Have been eligible for regular unemployment (UI), PUA, or PEUC during the weeks beginning August 1, 8, and 15, 2025 2. Be receiving at least $100 per week in benefits 3. Be unemployed or partially unemployed due to COVID-19 disruptions The LWA payments are subject to federal income tax but not state tax. They should appear in your CONNECT account payment history once processed, though they may show up under a different category than your regular benefits. Based on my experience with previous supplemental payments, they'll likely appear in your account 1-2 business days before hitting your bank account or Way2Go card.
This is super helpful, thanks! One quick question - what about people who were eligible during those weeks but have since returned to work? Will they still get the retroactive payments?
Yes, if you were eligible during those specific weeks (Aug 1-15), you should receive the payments even if you've returned to work since then. The eligibility is based on your status during those three weeks, not your current status.
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my freind works at deo and she told me they have HUGE backlog right now, so everyone is waiting weeks longer than normal. something about system upgrades causing problems???
Yes, this is accurate. The DEO implemented some system changes in early 2025 that have created processing delays. They're working through the backlog, but it's definitely causing longer wait times than the usual 2-3 weeks for new claims. Make sure you're logging in regularly and claiming weeks on schedule despite the pending status.
Update: I used Claimyr this morning and actually got through to someone! The agent said my claim was pending because they needed additional proof of my last day worked (even though I submitted that with my initial application). She sent me a link to upload the document, and said my claim should be processed within 48-72 hours after they receive it. Thanks everyone for your help!
That's great news! Glad you were able to get an answer. Keep us posted on how it goes after you upload the document.
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my nieghbor works for deo and says they never check if u actually claim until somebody complains lol the whole thing is just computers
That's not true at all. They have a whole department that reviews claims.
Quick update on my situation that might help you - after I got through to DEO using that service I mentioned, the agent told me something interesting. Apparently sometimes if you claim your weeks but close the browser before seeing the final confirmation page, the system doesn't record it properly even though it seems like you completed everything. They said always wait to see the final confirmation page that shows the exact weeks you claimed and the payment amount. Just sharing in case it helps anyone else!
That's actually really helpful info! I sometimes have to use my phone when my laptop isn't working, and the mobile site is terrible. It's entirely possible something didn't process correctly even though I thought I finished everything. I'm going to mention this possibility in my appeal.
Lydia Bailey
did ur husband get the adjudication email too?? thats what happened to my bf and we had to wait like 6 weeks just to talk to somebody!!
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Marcus Patterson
•No, we didn't get any adjudication email. His claim was going smoothly until he got locked out. Now we can't even see if there are any issues since we can't get into the account at all!
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Alice Coleman
Just checking back - were you able to resolve this issue? The suggestion about calling early in the morning is solid. For locked accounts specifically, the technical support team (available 7:30am-8:30pm) often has more direct access to security overrides than regular claims agents. When you call, try pressing the options for technical support rather than claims questions. For the missed weeks, yes, he should be able to claim them retroactively once the account is unlocked. You'll need to specifically request this, as the system typically only allows claiming weeks during their designated time window. The agent should be able to open those weeks for claiming, but be sure to mention this specifically.
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Marcus Patterson
•I tried calling this morning at 7:30 sharp and finally got through to someone helpful! They transferred me to technical support without hanging up, and they were able to unlock the account. You were right about requesting the retroactive weeks too - they opened up the past 3 weeks for claiming. Thank you so much for your help!
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