Just went through this exact same situation! That 11/30/0002 date is their system's way of showing an offset is being processed. The $130.88 is definitely being taken out - NOT added to your payment. You'll still get your regular $219.74 direct deposit on 11/21/2022 though. The offset could be for several things: - Tax debt (federal or state) - Child support arrears - Previous unemployment overpayments - Student loan defaults You should receive a "Notice of Offset" letter within 10 business days explaining exactly what it's for. If you don't get one, call DOL immediately because sometimes they send notices to old addresses. Pro tip: Log into your online account and check if there are any "Determinations" or "Notices" in your inbox that you might have missed. Sometimes they post explanations there before mailing physical letters. The forfeit week from 11/13 won't affect your current payments, but double-check you're answering all certification questions correctly to avoid future issues. Keep screenshots of everything - NY's system is notorious for glitches and you'll want documentation if there are disputes later!

I've been dealing with NY unemployment for over a year now and can tell you that the 11/30/0002 date is a classic system glitch that happens with offsets. It's their ancient computer system's way of saying "we're taking money but can't figure out how to display the date properly" 🤦‍♀️ The $130.88 offset is definitely being deducted from what they owe you - it's not a payment TO you. Your regular direct deposit of $219.74 should still hit your account on 11/21/2022 as scheduled. Here's what you need to do: 1. Check your online account under "Correspondence" for any notices 2. Call your bank to make sure your address is current (offsets often happen when notices go to old addresses) 3. Keep calling DOL or use that claimyr service to get through - you NEED to know what this offset is for The most common reasons for offsets are: - Old tax debt - Child support - Previous UI overpayments from years ago - Defaulted student loans Don't panic about the forfeit week - that's separate and won't affect current payments. But definitely figure out what that offset is ASAP because if it's an error, getting it fixed takes forever with their system. Document everything and keep screenshots!

Just file your claim asap dont worry about who pays what. The important thing is getting your benefits started because theres always delays with adjudication and stuff

Don't let the experience rating system discourage you from filing - it's actually designed to protect workers! The whole point is that employers who frequently lay people off or fire without good cause should pay more into the system. If you were legitimately terminated and not for misconduct, you absolutely deserve those benefits. The money is there specifically for situations like yours. I'd recommend documenting everything about your termination just in case your employer tries to contest the claim, but definitely file as soon as possible since there's usually a waiting period before benefits start.

I went through this exact situation about 8 months ago when I had to care for my mom after her surgery. The good news is that caring for an elderly parent definitely qualifies as immediate family for the exemption. I had to provide her medical records showing she needed assistance and a statement from her doctor about the level of care required. The initial exemption was for 8 weeks but I was able to extend it for another 4 weeks with updated documentation. The key is being proactive - don't wait until you've already missed work search requirements. Contact your local career center as soon as possible and be prepared with all your documentation. They were actually pretty understanding once I explained the situation properly.

I just wanted to add that if you're dealing with both health issues and caregiving responsibilities, you can actually include both in your exemption request. When I applied for mine last year due to my own medical condition plus caring for my disabled sister, the counselor told me that having multiple qualifying reasons can actually strengthen your case. Also, don't be discouraged if the first person you speak with doesn't seem familiar with the exemption process - I had to speak with three different people before I found someone who really understood the requirements. Keep detailed records of all your interactions and any documentation you submit. The exemption has been a lifesaver for me and allowed me to focus on getting healthy while still receiving benefits.

I was in your exact shoes about a year ago when I got laid off from a restaurant in Queens. Yes, you can absolutely apply for both at the same time! Here's what worked for me: I applied for unemployment on a Tuesday morning around 7 AM when the NYS DOL website was less busy, and then did my SNAP application through ACCESS NY the same day. The key thing to remember is that when your unemployment kicks in, you'll need to report it to SNAP within 10 days, but it won't cut you off completely - just might reduce your food stamp amount. Keep all your paperwork organized (last pay stub, termination letter, etc.) because both programs will ask for similar documents. Don't stress too much about messing something up - both agencies deal with laid-off restaurant workers all the time and the caseworkers understand the situation. You've got this!

I'm dealing with this exact situation right now after getting laid off from my job at a café in Manhattan. Reading through everyone's responses has been so reassuring - I had no idea you could apply for both programs simultaneously! I've been putting off applying because I was worried about making mistakes, but it sounds like these are pretty common situations that the agencies handle regularly. Quick question for those who've been through this: should I wait until I have my final paycheck before applying, or can I start the applications now? I'm supposed to get my last check this Friday but I'm anxious to get the process started. Also, has anyone had experience with the SNAP phone interview - any tips on what to expect or how to prepare? Thanks so much to everyone sharing their experiences, it's making this whole process feel way less intimidating!

I went through this exact same situation about 6 months ago! A "break in claim" basically just means the system flagged that you missed certifying for one or more weeks. Since you only missed one week back in October, this shouldn't mess up your ongoing payments at all. Here's what happened in my case: I got the same scary-sounding "break in claim" message, but when I certified the following week like normal, my payment came through right on schedule. You'll just lose the payment for that one week you missed, but everything else should continue as usual. The key things to remember: - Keep certifying every week going forward without fail - Your Wednesday payment should still come through since you certified yesterday - The break doesn't automatically end your claim or require filing a new one That said, I'd definitely recommend trying to call them when you can just to confirm everything looks good on your account. If you can't get through (which is super common), some people here have had success with that claimyr service, though I personally was able to resolve mine just by continuing to certify normally. Try not to stress too much - the system makes it sound way worse than it actually is!

Hey! I just went through this same exact situation last month. A "break in claim" sounds terrifying but it's really not as bad as it seems. Since you only missed one week back in October, your claim is still active and you should get your payment tomorrow as long as you certified yesterday (which it sounds like you did). The break just means you'll lose that one week's payment from October, but everything else continues normally. I was freaking out when I saw that message too, but my payments resumed right on schedule once I started certifying regularly again. That said, I'd definitely try to get through to an agent if you can - even just to put your mind at ease. The 8am calling strategy some people mentioned actually worked for me, though it took a few tries. If you can't get through, don't panic. Just make absolutely sure you don't miss any more weeks going forward and you should be fine. The NY unemployment system is terrible at explaining things clearly, but missing one week here and there is actually pretty common and the system handles it without ending your entire claim. You've got this!