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Has anyone here successfully gotten extended benefits in Washington recently? Or is it really just not available anymore?
Extended benefits haven't triggered in Washington for several years. The unemployment rate would need to hit specific thresholds and stay there.
The federal extended benefits program still exists but it's tied to state unemployment rates. Right now Washington doesn't qualify.
Final thought - document everything about your job search and benefit exhaustion. If any new programs become available or if you need to apply for other assistance, having good records will help.
That's really good advice. I should probably start keeping better track of all my applications and contacts.
Yes, and keep records of any communication with Washington ESD about your benefits ending. You never know when you might need proof of what you were told.
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Just wanted to follow up - I tried Claimyr and it actually worked! Got through to a Washington ESD agent within 30 minutes and got all my benefit questions answered. Definitely worth it if you're stuck like I was.
Awesome! Glad it worked out for you. It's such a relief when you can actually talk to a real person about your claim.
Good to hear a success story. I'll keep that in mind if I run into issues with my claim.
One more thing to consider - if you have a pension or retirement income, that might affect your unemployment benefits. Washington ESD has specific rules about how other income impacts your weekly benefit amount.
That doesn't apply to me but good to know for others who might be reading this.
Yeah, it's one of those things that can surprise people. Better to know upfront than find out when your benefits get reduced unexpectedly.
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If you decide to apply for UI, I'd recommend using a service like Claimyr to help you through the process. They're really good at helping people with complicated situations get connected to the right Washington ESD representatives. Check out their demo at https://youtu.be/7DieNd3C7zQ to see if it might help.
Thanks, I'll definitely check that out. Sounds like a lot of people have had good experiences with them.
Yeah, they're particularly helpful when you have medical documentation and special circumstances to explain.
Bottom line - do the math carefully. Factor in the duration of benefits, healthcare costs, and your realistic job prospects. UI might pay more short-term but disability provides more long-term security if you're not sure about your work capacity.
That's really good advice. I think I need to have a more detailed conversation with my doctor about my work capacity before making any decisions.
Definitely. And maybe talk to a benefits counselor too. They can help you understand all your options and the implications of each choice.
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Last tip - if you're ever unsure about your payment status, you can always check the 'Payment Activity' section in your Washington ESD account. It shows pending payments and processing dates.
Perfect! I'll bookmark that section in my account. You all have been incredibly helpful.
This thread should be pinned honestly. So much useful info about payment timing.
CosmicCowboy
The key is really understanding that unemployment isn't just for people who got laid off. The eligibility rules are complex and there are lots of ways to be disqualified even if you're genuinely unemployed through no fault of your own. That's why it's worth getting professional help or using services like Claimyr to talk to Washington ESD agents when you have questions.
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Oliver Schulz
•I'm still skeptical about paying for something that should be free, but I guess if it actually works it might be worth it.
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CosmicCowboy
•I look at it like paying for any other service that saves you time and stress. Sometimes it's worth it to get actual answers instead of being stuck in phone limbo.
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Natasha Orlova
For anyone still reading this thread, remember that even if you're initially denied, you can often fix the issue through the appeal process or by providing additional documentation. Don't give up if you think you should qualify - the initial determination isn't always the final word.
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AstroAce
•Exactly! I'm proof that appeals can work. Still waiting for my final approval but the agent said it looks good under the alternate base period.
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Javier Cruz
•This whole thread has been super educational. I had no idea there were so many ways to be disqualified or that the base period calculation was so complicated.
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