why is no one talking about how messed up that supervisor's comment was??? saying she "doesn't care about your husband" is so unprofessional. honestly id report her to HR before doing anything else. might create a paper trail that helps ur case too

I'm sorry you're going through this - it sounds incredibly stressful dealing with both the unexpected custody situation and such an unsympathetic supervisor. One thing I'd suggest is keeping a detailed timeline of everything that's happened - the custody change, your request for accommodation, your supervisor's exact responses, and how it's affecting your mental health. This could be crucial if you do end up filing for unemployment. Also, since you mentioned you're already dealing with documented mental health conditions and have a disability claim pending, you might want to look into whether your employer is required to provide reasonable accommodations under the ADA. A temporary schedule change for someone with documented mental health conditions could potentially fall under that, especially if the current situation is exacerbating your symptoms. Have you considered reaching out to any local legal aid organizations? Many offer free consultations for employment issues and could help you understand your rights before you make any major decisions about quitting. Hang in there - this is a tough situation but you have more options than it might feel like right now.

Update: I got my doctor's note today! It specifically states I need to be allowed to sit for 5-10 minutes every couple of hours when experiencing dizziness and should have access to water throughout my shift. I'm going to email it to HR tonight. Thanks everyone for your advice - I'll update again when I hear back from them.

I'm so glad you got that doctor's note! That's exactly what you needed. Just wanted to add one more thing - if they try to give you any pushback or delay putting you back on the schedule, document every interaction. Save all emails, take notes on phone calls with dates/times, and if they have any in-person meetings about this, follow up with an email summarizing what was discussed. Also, while you're waiting for their response, it might be worth looking up your local Equal Employment Opportunity Commission (EEOC) office info just in case. You have to file discrimination complaints with them before you can pursue other legal action, and there are time limits. Hopefully it won't come to that, but better to be prepared. Really hoping your employer does the right thing here and accommodates your very reasonable medical needs. Keep us posted!

After checking the latest TWC disaster assistance guidelines, I want to correct my earlier information. The program is actually called Disaster Unemployment Assistance Extension (DUAE), not DEUC as I previously stated. You need to file within 30 days of the announcement of the extension program, not 30 days from the disaster itself. You'll need to call TWC directly and specifically ask for the DUAE application related to Hurricane Beryl. Be prepared to provide proof that your continued unemployment is directly related to Beryl damage.

Just to update everyone - TWC announced a Hurricane Beryl DUAE program last week that provides up to 13 additional weeks of benefits for those who have exhausted regular UI and remain unemployed due to Beryl. You must certify that your continued unemployment is directly related to Hurricane Beryl damage. Apply through your existing TWC account and select "Apply for Disaster Extension" from the main menu. The deadline to apply is April 15, 2025.

i had something similar happen when i was working for a school cafeteria company! filed in summer and got approved but then TWC sent me a letter saying i wasnt eligible and had to pay everything back! found out later my boss checked the wrong box about me having "reasonable assurance" of going back in fall. make sure ur boss fills out their paperwork right!!!

Thanks everyone for all the advice and sharing your experiences! I called my HR department today and they confirmed they'll be reporting our summer break as a temporary layoff, and they provided me documentation showing I'm employed by the contractor, not directly by the school. I also checked my TWC account and confirmed my previous overpayment was classified as non-fraud, so hopefully they'll only take 25-30% of my benefits. I'm going to file my claim tomorrow and make sure I select all the right options regarding my school contractor status. I'll update this thread once I find out if my claim is approved and how they handle the overpayment situation. Fingers crossed!

Based on all the information shared in this thread, here's what I recommend you do: 1. Use Claimyr or keep trying to reach TWC directly to discuss your specific situation 2. Ask about any Extended Benefits or special disaster-related extensions that might be available after your regular benefits exhaust 3. Register with the Disaster Recovery Employment Program 4. Maintain your work search activities and payment requests even after benefits exhaust 5. File for all available FEMA assistance if you haven't already 6. Get written documentation from your employer about their projected reopening timeline The system is definitely imperfect when it comes to long-term disaster recovery, but staying proactive and maintaining all requirements gives you the best chance at accessing additional help if it becomes available.

I'm new here but dealing with a similar situation after the recent storms. Reading through all these responses has been really eye-opening - I had no idea about the difference between DUA and regular UI or that you can't switch between them. I'm currently on regular benefits too and worried about what happens when they run out since my workplace is also closed indefinitely. The suggestion about Claimyr seems really helpful since I've also been unable to get through to TWC by phone. And I definitely didn't know about the Disaster Recovery Employment Program or Extended Benefits - going to look into those right away. One question for everyone: has anyone actually seen Extended Benefits become available in Texas after a hurricane? I'm trying to manage my expectations about what might realistically be available when my regular benefits exhaust in a few months. Thanks to everyone who shared their experiences and advice - this thread has been more helpful than anything I've found on the official websites!