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Good luck with everything! The first claim is definitely the hardest part. Once you get through it and understand the system, it's much more manageable.
Thank you everyone! I feel so much more prepared now. Going to file my claim tonight.
You've got this! Don't hesitate to come back if you have more questions after filing.
One last tip - if you run into problems and can't reach Washington ESD by phone, that claimyr service someone mentioned earlier is legit. I used it when my claim got stuck and couldn't get through on the regular phone lines. Worth checking out their demo video to see how it works.
I'll keep that in mind if I run into issues. Hopefully the online application goes smoothly!
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Bottom line: pregnancy itself doesn't disqualify you from unemployment benefits in Washington. File your claim, be honest about your situation, actively look for work, and follow all the regular requirements. Good luck with both the job search and the baby!
Thank you so much everyone! This thread has been incredibly helpful. I feel much more confident about applying for benefits now.
You've got this! It's definitely manageable, and having that financial support while you look for work will make a huge difference.
One last tip - if you do need to call Washington ESD for any reason and can't get through, I also had success with that Claimyr service. They really do help you skip the long wait times and connect with an actual person who can answer your specific questions about pregnancy and unemployment eligibility.
Thanks! I'll definitely keep that in mind if I need to speak with someone directly about my claim.
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One last thing - make sure you understand the job search requirements before you start receiving benefits. You'll need to log your job search activities every week. But don't worry about that for filing your initial claim.
How many jobs do you have to apply to each week?
I think it's 3 job search activities per week, but check the Washington ESD website for current requirements.
Seriously just file now. I've seen too many people overthink this and lose weeks of potential benefits. The worst thing that happens is they ask for more information later. The best thing is you get your claim started immediately.
Filing right now! Thanks for all the encouragement everyone.
Smart move. And remember if you need to talk to someone later, that Claimyr thing is there as backup.
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One more timing thing - if you move to a different state while collecting Washington unemployment, you can usually keep your benefits but you need to notify Washington ESD immediately. Don't just assume it's automatic.
Good to know. I might have to move for a job opportunity. How do you notify them about the move?
Call the claims center or update your information online through your SecureAccess Washington account. They'll walk you through what you need to do.
The most important thing is don't delay filing your initial claim. Every week you wait is money you can't get back. Even if you're not sure about something, file first and ask questions later.
This is the best advice in this thread. I waited because I was confused and ended up losing 3 weeks of benefits.
Exactly. You can always provide additional information later but you can't backdate your claim to get those missed weeks.
Christian Burns
One last thing - make sure you register with WorkSource WA as part of your job search requirements. It's integrated with the unemployment system and they sometimes have job fairs or training programs that could help.
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Juan Moreno
•I hadn't heard of WorkSource WA. Is that something I need to do right away when I file?
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Christian Burns
•You should register within a few weeks of filing your claim. It's part of the work search requirements and they have resources that might help you find a new job faster.
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Sasha Reese
Hope this all works out for you and you don't even need to file. But if you do, sounds like you have a good understanding of what to expect now. The system isn't perfect but it does help when you really need it.
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Juan Moreno
•Thanks everyone for all the helpful information! This thread has been really educational.
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Sasha Reese
•No problem! That's what these forums are for. Good luck with whatever happens with your job situation.
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