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Just wanted to add that you should file even if you think you might not qualify. I thought I wouldn't get benefits because I was only at my job for 6 months, but turns out my previous job counted toward my base period. NYS Department of Labor looks at earnings from the past 5 quarters to determine eligibility.
Really helpful thread! I'm in a similar situation and had no idea about the weekly claim filing requirement. One question - do I need to register with the job search system right away too? I've heard there's some kind of online portal where you have to log your job search activities. Also, is there a waiting period before benefits start, or do they begin immediately after filing? Want to make sure I budget accordingly for the transition period.
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I want to thank everyone for all the helpful advice. I was able to get through to NYSDOL today (used that Claimyr service someone mentioned - totally worth it), and they confirmed everything you all said about the 26-week limit. The agent helped me calculate exactly when my benefits will end and gave me resources for what to do afterward. I've also scheduled an appointment with a career counselor at my local center. Still frustrated with how poorly this was communicated, but at least now I can plan accordingly. Thanks again for helping me understand what's going on!
Glad you got the information you needed! The career counselors can be incredibly helpful, especially with tailoring your resume and job search strategies to today's market. Keep us posted on how things go.
good luck hope u find something soon!
This thread has been SO helpful! I'm dealing with a similar situation where my benefits are ending way earlier than I expected. Reading through everyone's experiences really opened my eyes to how the system actually works vs. what I thought it was. Quick question - for those who've been through this, how far in advance did you start applying for other assistance programs? I'm worried there might be gaps between when my UI ends and when other help kicks in. Also, has anyone had success with the job training programs through NYSDOL? I'm wondering if it's worth looking into while I still have a few months of benefits left.
Hey! I'm glad this thread helped you too - I was totally in the dark about all this until everyone here explained it. For the other assistance programs, I'd definitely recommend applying ASAP. When I talked to the NYSDOL agent, she said SNAP can take up to 30 days to process, and some other programs have even longer wait times. Better to have them ready to go than scramble when your benefits end. As for the job training programs, my career counselor mentioned they have partnerships with local colleges and trade schools - apparently some programs even provide a small stipend while you're training. I'm looking into a few options myself since I've got about 4 months left. Good luck with everything!
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Just went through this myself - got my determination letter exactly 3 weeks after filing. Since you were laid off due to downsizing and didn't quit or get fired for misconduct, you should be fine. The delay is probably just normal processing time, not because there's an issue with your claim.
I'm going through the exact same thing right now! Filed my claim 10 days ago after being laid off from my retail job and still showing "under review" status. It's nerve-wracking not knowing when you'll get an answer, especially when bills are piling up. Reading these responses is really helpful though - sounds like 2-4 weeks is pretty standard. At least I know I'm not alone in this waiting game. Fingers crossed we both hear back soon!
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i called unemployment 37 TIMES yesterday and couldn't get through. how is anyone supposed to get answers about this stuff??
Try claimyr.com - it's the only thing that worked for me after weeks of trying. Worth every penny to finally talk to someone.
Only 37? Rookie numbers 😂 I called 120+ times before I got through
I'm going through the exact same confusion right now! From what I've pieced together from everyone's responses here, it sounds like the last week you can claim benefits for is the week ending December 11th, and you'll certify for that week starting December 12th (which is when the program technically "ends" but you still get to claim for the previous week). I'm definitely going to try that Claimyr service that several people mentioned - seems like the only reliable way to actually get through to someone at DOL these days. This whole situation is so stressful when you're trying to plan your finances! 😩
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chime worked fine for me but takes an extra day compared to my old bank account. not a huge deal unless ur literally down to your last dollar (which i have been lol). the real issue is when ny unemployment randomly decides to "review" your claim and stops payments for no reason. then u gotta spend 5 hours on hold just to talk to someone who has no idea what theyre doing 🤦♀️
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Selena Bautista
I've been using Chime with NY unemployment for about 3 months now and it's been mostly smooth. The first deposit took an extra day but after that it's been consistent. One thing I'd suggest is setting up text alerts in your Chime app so you know immediately when the deposit hits. Also keep your unemployment login info handy because sometimes they'll randomly ask you to verify something and if you don't respond quick enough it can delay your payment. The key is just being proactive about checking both your Chime account and the NY unemployment portal regularly.
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