Hi! Great question about RESEA follow-ups. After your initial RESEA appointment, the frequency of future meetings typically depends on your individual case and what your counselor determines during that first visit. Generally, you might be scheduled for follow-up appointments every 2-4 weeks, but this can vary based on factors like your job search progress, training needs, or specific requirements in your area. Your RESEA counselor should have given you information about when to return or how to schedule your next appointment during that initial visit. If you're unsure about your specific schedule, I'd recommend calling your local TWC office directly - they'll have your case details and can give you the exact timeline for your situation. Hope this helps!

I'm going through this exact same situation right now and this thread has been absolutely incredible to find! My TWC benefits just expired this past Tuesday and I was honestly having panic attacks about how I'm going to survive while still job searching. I'm a licensed practical nurse (LPN) and have been applying everywhere for the past few months - hospitals, nursing homes, clinics, home health agencies - but the competition is just brutal. I did work about 8 weeks doing registry shifts at different facilities during my benefit year, so based on all the amazing advice everyone has shared here, I'm definitely going to file a new claim today. For other LPNs out there, I wanted to add that insurance companies are hiring nurses for remote utilization review and case management positions. Companies like Humana, Anthem, and UnitedHealth are always posting openings. The work is different from bedside nursing but it's good experience and often has better work-life balance. Also don't overlook school districts - many are expanding their health services and need licensed nurses for student health centers and special needs support. The schedules usually align with school calendars which can be nice for work-life balance. I'm also going to apply for SNAP benefits while waiting for my new claim to process. This whole experience has been terrifying but finding this community has made me realize I'm not alone and there are still options available even when it feels hopeless. Thank you to everyone who has shared their stories and advice - this thread has literally been a lifesaver during the most stressful week of my life!

I'm going through this exact same situation right now and this thread has been such a godsend! My TWC benefits just expired yesterday and I was completely panicking about how I'm going to make ends meet while still actively job searching. I'm a pharmacy technician and have been applying everywhere - retail pharmacies, hospital pharmacies, specialty pharmacies - but the competition is incredibly fierce right now. I did work about 6 weeks at a Walgreens covering for someone on medical leave during my benefit year, so based on all the incredible advice everyone has shared here, I'm definitely going to file a new claim today. For fellow pharmacy techs, I wanted to add that mail-order pharmacies like Express Scripts, OptumRx, and Caremark are often hiring for remote positions doing prescription processing and prior authorization work. The pay is usually decent and you get to work from home while staying in the pharmaceutical field. Also don't overlook compounding pharmacies - they're always looking for experienced techs and often pay more than retail. Plus the work is usually more interesting than just counting pills all day! I'm also going to apply for SNAP benefits while my new claim processes. Reading through this entire thread has given me so much hope and shown me there are concrete steps I can take instead of just worrying. Thank you to everyone who has shared their experiences and advice - this community has been incredible during what felt like the most hopeless time. It's amazing to know we're all navigating this together and that there are still options even when benefits expire!

I just completed this exact process 4 days ago and wanted to share my experience to help confirm what everyone is saying! I was working only 22 hours/week at a local pharmacy when I successfully got my waiting week payment approved. Here's my very recent timeline: - Final regular payment processed last Tuesday - Waited exactly 3 business days (Friday) for it to fully clear - The "Request Waiting Week Payment" option appeared in my TWC portal Friday evening - Completed the form Monday morning in about 10 minutes with basic employer info - Payment hit my account yesterday (Thursday) - exactly 6 business days later The form was super simple - just needed employer name, address, my start date, and hourly wage ($18.00/hour). No documentation upload required at all! Your 25-hour position will absolutely qualify! After reading all these consistent success stories from people working 18-30 hours/week, it's crystal clear that part-time employment is completely sufficient. That one conflicting experience mentioned earlier seems to be a rare exception or based on outdated information. Make sure your direct deposit details are current before submitting - that's really the only thing that could potentially cause delays. The whole process is honestly much smoother and faster than the TWC website makes it sound! Congrats on landing the new job! You're so close to wrapping up this whole unemployment chapter - just one more simple step to go! 🎉

I just successfully completed this process yesterday and wanted to add my experience to this incredibly helpful thread! I was working only 26 hours/week at a retail job when I got my waiting week payment approved. Here's my timeline to add to everyone else's experiences: - Final regular payment processed last Wednesday - Waited exactly 3 business days (following Monday) for it to fully clear - "Request Waiting Week Payment" option appeared in my TWC portal Monday evening - Submitted the request Tuesday morning around 8:30am with basic employer info - Payment arrived in my account this morning (Thursday) - exactly 5 business days later The form was really straightforward - just needed employer name, full address, my exact start date, and hourly rate ($16.25/hour). No documents needed to upload, and it took about 8 minutes total. Your 25-hour position will definitely qualify! This entire thread is proof that part-time work absolutely meets the requirements. With all these recent success stories from people working 18-30 hours/week, you can feel completely confident moving forward. Just double-check your direct deposit info is current before submitting to avoid any payment delays. The process is so much easier than the TWC website makes it seem! You're almost at the finish line - congrats on the new job! 🎊

I went through this exact same nightmare about 2 months ago! Had my ID.me verification "completed" and was told everything looked good, but my payments stayed pending for over a week. What I discovered is that TWC has multiple disconnected systems - the verification can be marked complete in one system while payment holds remain active in another. Here's what actually worked for me: I called back after 5 business days and asked the rep to check three specific things: 1) Is the verification hold completely removed from the payment processing system (not just marked complete in verification system), 2) Are there any backend flags or manual review holds still active, and 3) Can you process a manual system refresh to trigger the payment release right now while I'm on the phone. The rep found that while my ID.me was complete, there was still a "system processing flag" that needed manual clearance. She cleared it during the call and I saw my payment status change from pending to processed within 4 hours. Money hit my account 2 business days later. Since rent is due Monday, definitely call first thing in the morning and use that specific language. Also mention the financial hardship - some reps can expedite processing for urgent situations. And seriously, call 211 for emergency rent assistance as backup. I got approved for emergency help in 24 hours through a program they connected me with, which saved me while TWC sorted their mess out. Don't wait too long to follow up - the squeaky wheel definitely gets the grease with TWC. Keep us posted on what happens!

I'm dealing with this exact same situation right now! Just completed my ID.me verification on Friday and was told everything was cleared, but my account still shows pending for all my payment requests. Reading through everyone's experiences here has been incredibly eye-opening - especially learning about all the different system disconnects at TWC. After checking my "Issues and Determinations" section (thanks @NebulaNova for that tip!), mine still shows the verification hold as "under review" even though the rep said it was complete. It's clear there are multiple backend systems that don't communicate properly - verification completion vs payment processing vs manual review flags. I'm planning to call first thing Monday morning armed with all the specific terminology everyone has shared: asking if the hold is "completely removed from the payment processing system" (not just verification system), checking for backend flags or manual review holds, requesting a manual system refresh, and asking about priority processing for time-sensitive situations. Also want to thank everyone for the 211 helpline recommendation - just got connected with emergency assistance that could help while we wait for TWC to fix their mess. It's frustrating that we need backup plans for a system that should just work, but so grateful for the resources. @Dmitry - hang in there! Based on everyone's shared experiences, it sounds like persistence with the right questions is key. This community has been more helpful than TWC's actual support. Definitely keep us posted on your Monday call results - we're all rooting for you!

I'm new to this community and just wanted to say thank you to everyone who shared their experiences in this thread! I'm currently unemployed and planning to file my TWC claim this week. My company uses ADP TotalSource, and I was completely confused about which employer name to use. After reading through all these detailed experiences, it's clear I need to use ADP (as shown on my W-2) rather than my actual company name. The stories about 5-6 week delays are honestly terrifying - I can't imagine waiting that long for benefits, especially when you're already stressed about being unemployed. It's really frustrating that TWC doesn't provide any guidance about PEO situations on their website, considering how common these services have become. This thread has probably saved me from making a costly mistake that could have delayed my benefits for over a month. Has anyone here had experience specifically with ADP TotalSource, or do all the major PEOs (TriNet, Insperity, Paychex, etc.) work essentially the same way for unemployment purposes? I'm feeling much more confident about filing my claim now, but just want to make sure there aren't any ADP-specific quirks I should know about.

This thread has been incredibly helpful! I'm dealing with a similar situation right now - my company uses Workday as their PEO and I was completely confused about which employer name to put on my TWC application. After reading through everyone's experiences with different PEOs (TriNet, ADP, Insperity, etc.), it's clear the rule is universal: use whatever employer name is on your W-2, even if it's the PEO rather than your actual workplace. The delay horror stories here are seriously eye-opening - 5-6 weeks waiting for benefits because of employer name confusion is no joke when you're already dealing with job loss. It's really frustrating that this seems to be such a widespread issue affecting so many workers, yet TWC provides zero guidance about PEO situations on their website. I just checked my W-2 and confirmed it shows Workday as the employer, so that's what I'll use when I file my claim tomorrow. When they ask about job duties and separation reason, I'll explain my actual workplace situation. Thanks to everyone who shared their experiences - you've potentially saved me weeks of delayed benefits and a ton of stress!