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Don't forget you can also do part-time work while on unemployment and still receive partial benefits, which might help stretch your claim duration by reducing how much you claim each week.
You can earn up to a certain amount per week (varies by your benefit amount) and still get partial unemployment. You just report the earnings on your weekly claim.
Just make sure to report ALL earnings, even small amounts. Not reporting can get you in trouble for overpayment.
Bottom line - plan for 26 weeks maximum, keep up with your job search requirements, and file your weekly claims on time. That's the best way to make sure you get all the benefits you're entitled to.
Good luck with your job search! Hopefully you won't need the full 26 weeks.
Agreed, and remember that Claimyr service if you need to actually talk to someone at Washington ESD. Sometimes having a real conversation helps clarify things.
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Filing weekly claims gets easier with practice. The first few times are confusing but after a month or so you'll zip through it. Just don't get complacent and start rushing through the questions without reading them carefully.
How long does it usually take to complete a weekly claim once you get used to it?
Maybe 5-10 minutes if you have all your information ready. The work search section takes the longest because you need to enter details for each activity.
I had an issue where my weekly claim got stuck processing for weeks. Turns out there was a technical glitch with my account. Used Claimyr to get through to someone at Washington ESD who fixed it immediately. Sometimes you just need to talk to an actual person to resolve these system issues.
Good to know there are options when the system doesn't work properly. I'll keep Claimyr in mind if I run into technical problems.
Yeah the automated systems can only handle so much. When something goes wrong you really need human help to sort it out.
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This thread has been super helpful! I was getting worried because it's been 5 days with no word, but it sounds like that's pretty normal. Going to check for those specific approval indicators mentioned earlier.
Same here! I feel much better knowing what to look for and that other people are in the same situation.
Glad this was helpful. Remember, no news is usually good news with Washington ESD - if there were major issues, you'd typically hear about them quickly.
One last tip - screenshot everything once you're approved! Save images of your determination letter, benefit amount, claim balance, etc. It's good to have records in case there are any system glitches later.
Smart advice! I learned this the hard way when some of my claim information disappeared from my account temporarily last year.
Great suggestion! I'll definitely do that once I get approved. Thanks everyone for all the helpful advice on this thread!
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Just want to add that if your benefits do end and you can't file a new claim, make sure you immediately apply for other assistance programs. Don't wait - there can be delays in processing those applications too.
SNAP for food assistance, LIHEAP for utility help, and possibly TANF depending on your situation. Your local DSHS office can help you figure out what you might qualify for.
Also check with local food banks and community assistance programs. Many don't have income requirements and can help immediately.
This whole thread is making me realize I need to get my finances in order before my benefits run out. Time to start budgeting for the possibility of no income for a while.
Smart thinking. I wish I had done that instead of assuming everything would work out.
Same here. This conversation has been a real wake-up call about how precarious this situation really is.
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Just to recap the key steps: 1) File initial claim at esd.wa.gov 2) Set up direct deposit 3) File weekly claims every week 4) Meet job search requirements 5) Keep good records. Follow those and you should be all set.
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Effie Alexander
•Perfect summary! I'm screenshotting this for reference.
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Melissa Lin
•Glad it helps! Those are really the fundamentals that will keep your claim moving smoothly.
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Lydia Santiago
And remember - if something seems confusing or you're not sure about an answer on the application, it's better to call and ask than to guess wrong. Wrong information can cause delays or other problems down the line.
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Effie Alexander
•Makes sense. Better safe than sorry when it comes to something this important.
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Lydia Santiago
•Exactly. And now you know about Claimyr if you need to get through to someone quickly!
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