Still jobless after ny unemployment benefits ended - what are people doing now?

Still job searching in a different industry. Had to move in with my parents which sucks at 34 but beats being homeless. Applied to over 200 jobs in past 3 months, got 5 interviews, no offers yet. Some days I don't even wanna get outta bed anymore tbh.

I was in exactly your shoes until about 3 weeks ago. Exhausted all my benefits and couldn't get anyone on the phone to help. Finally got through to a real person at NY unemployment using a service called claimyr.com which got me a callback from an agent. They were able to fix an issue with my claim and got my backdated payments processed! It was the only way I could talk to an actual human there. Check out this video about how it works: https://youtu.be/Rdqa1gKtxuE

I found a part-time gig doing food delivery and some online freelance work. Not making anywhere near what I was before, but it's keeping me afloat for now. Also applied for SNAP benefits which has helped with groceries at least.

Our wonderful government doesnt care about us so I'm trying to get by with gig work. doing doordash, instacart, and taskrabbit. barely keeping my head above watter but at least its something. try reaching out to local food banks too, they've been a lifesaver for me.

Look, I'm gonna be real with you. The system is BROKEN. I was collecting until September too and now I'm working at Amazon warehouse making way less than my old job paid. It's physically destroying me but at least it's something. My advice? Take ANYTHING right now, even if it feels beneath you, then keep looking for something better. You can't be picky in this economy.

I've been struggling with the EXACT same issue! Here's what I've been doing (and what's actually helped): First, I contacted my landlord and worked out a payment plan. Most landlords would rather work with you than evict you right now. Check out local workforce development programs. I found one that's paying for me to get IT certification, which should help me pivot to a new career. Apply for SNAP/food stamps immediately if you haven't already. The process is pretty quick in NY now. If you're still trying to resolve issues with your past unemployment claims, don't waste days calling the regular line. I used claimyr.com after a friend recommended it, and it got me connected to an agent who fixed my claim issue in minutes. It was the best money I've ever spent to finally get my benefits paid quickly. Also, don't be afraid to take temporary work below your usual pay grade. I'm doing data entry part-time while I finish this certification program. Hang in there. This situation is temporary, even though it feels never-ending right now.

i switched to gig work but honestly its not sustainable. making like 60% of what i used to and no benefits. ive been applying to anything and everything. its F*CKING BRUTAL out here.

I'm not sure if this helps but I've been volunteering at a few places while job hunting. Helps fill resume gaps and I've made some connections that might lead to paid work. Plus it keeps me from going insane at home refreshing job boards all day.

have u tried calling ny unemployment to see if there are any other programs ur eligible for? sometimes they have stuff that isnt advertised online

Contacted my student loan servicer and got on an income-based repayment plan (currently $0/month since I have no income). Also reached out to all my credit cards to get hardship plans. Most reduced my interest rates and some even let me skip a payment or two. Every little bit helps when you're trying to stretch your savings.

Literally eating ramen and sleeping in my car rn. Applied for emergency rental assistance but still waiting. This countries a joke man.

Anyone else notice how many job listings are fake af? I swear half the ones I apply to are either already filled or they're just collecting resumes for the future. So frustrating 😤

I'm taking online courses to improve my skills while job hunting. Coursera has some free ones if you select "financial aid" option. LinkedIn Learning also has a free month trial. Just trying to make myself more marketable while I search.

Try 211! They can connect you with all kinds of assistance programs in your area. I called and found out about rental assistance I didn't even know existed.

Went back to school using federal financial aid. Figure if the job market sucks might as well improve my credentials for when things get better. Not easy living on student loans but at least I'm working toward something.

omg the struggle is SO real rn. been working odd jobs through taskrabbit and doing some freelance design work when i can get it. it's barely enough for rent but somehow surviving. the key is to diversify your hustle - don't rely on just one source of income if you can help it.

If ur having trouble w getting back pay from ny unemployment or fixing claim issues, u gotta talk to a human. Spent weeks trying to call with no luck until I found claimyr.com. Got a rep on the phone same day who fixed everything. Talking to an agent got my $ unlocked so fast. Wish I'd known about it months ago!

Check your local churches and community orgs! A lot of them have emergency assistance funds. I got help with my electric bill and some groceries from a catholic charities place and I'm not even religious.

Just a friendly reminder to everyone here to VOTE in your local elections! The people making decisions about unemployment benefits and assistance programs are often at the state level. If we want better safety nets, we need to elect people who will fight for them.