Can't reach Washington Unemployment? Claimyr connects you to a live ESD agent in minutes.
Claimyr is a pay-as-you-go service. We do not charge a recurring subscription.
Using Claimyr will:
- Connect you to a human agent at the ESD
- Skip the long phone menu
- Call the correct department
- Redial until on hold
- Forward a call to your phone with reduced hold time
- Give you free callbacks if the ESD drops your call
If I could give 10 stars I would
If I could give 10 stars I would If I could give 10 stars I would Such an amazing service so needed during the times when EDD almost never picks up Claimyr gets me on the phone with EDD every time without fail faster. A much needed service without Claimyr I would have never received the payment I needed to support me during my postpartum recovery. Thank you so much Claimyr!
Really made a difference
Really made a difference, save me time and energy from going to a local office for making the call.
Worth not wasting your time calling for hours.
Was a bit nervous or untrusting at first, but my calls went thru. First time the wait was a bit long but their customer chat line on their page was helpful and put me at ease that I would receive my call. Today my call dropped because of EDD and Claimyr heard my concern on the same chat and another call was made within the hour.
An incredibly helpful service
An incredibly helpful service! Got me connected to a CA EDD agent without major hassle (outside of EDD's agents dropping calls – which Claimyr has free protection for). If you need to file a new claim and can't do it online, pay the $ to Claimyr to get the process started. Absolutely worth it!
Consistent,frustration free, quality Service.
Used this service a couple times now. Before I'd call 200 times in less than a weak frustrated as can be. But using claimyr with a couple hours of waiting i was on the line with an representative or on hold. Dropped a couple times but each reconnected not long after and was mission accomplished, thanks to Claimyr.
IT WORKS!! Not a scam!
I tried for weeks to get thru to EDD PFL program with no luck. I gave this a try thinking it may be a scam. OMG! It worked and They got thru within an hour and my claim is going to finally get paid!! I upgraded to the $60 call. Best $60 spent!
Ask the community...
- DO post questions about your issues.
- DO answer questions and support each other.
- DO post tips & tricks to help folks.
- DO NOT post call problems here - there is a support tab at the top for that :)
Join the conversation
Join the conversation
Been on unemployment twice in the past 5 years unfortunately. The key is staying organized and treating your job search like a part-time job. Document everything, apply consistently, and don't let the bureaucracy get you down. It's temporary and it helps bridge the gap while you find your next opportunity.
That's a good way to think about it. I'm hoping to find something quickly but it's good to know the safety net is there.
Exactly. And don't feel bad about using it - you paid into the system through your payroll taxes. It's there for situations exactly like yours.
One last tip - if you're thinking about taking any classes or training while unemployed, check if they're approved by Washington ESD first. Some training programs actually allow you to skip the job search requirements while you're enrolled, which can be helpful if you want to learn new skills.
Interesting! I hadn't thought about using this time for training. I'll look into that option.
WorkSourceWA has information about approved training programs. Could be a good way to improve your job prospects while still receiving benefits.
Join the conversation
One more thing - if your unemployment gets cut off or you go back to work, make sure to notify DCS so they can adjust the garnishment back to your regular wages. Otherwise you might end up with issues.
Good tip! I'll definitely remember that for when I find another job.
Yeah the system doesn't always communicate between agencies as well as it should.
Thanks everyone for all the info. Sounds like I need to call both DCS and potentially use that Claimyr service to get clear answers about my specific situation. At least now I know what questions to ask.
That's the smart approach. Getting the facts upfront will save you stress later.
Definitely try Claimyr if you can't get through to Washington ESD the normal way. Made a huge difference for me in getting actual answers instead of just waiting on hold forever.
Join the conversation
One more thing - if you're having trouble finding 3 jobs to apply to each week in your field, consider broadening your search slightly. Related positions, different company sizes, or even contract work can all count as valid applications.
Good point about contract work! I hadn't considered that those applications would count too.
yeah and temporary agencies count too if you register with them and they actively try to place you
been following this thread and just wanted to say thanks to everyone for sharing their experiences. unemployment is stressful enough without worrying about messing up the paperwork side of things
Totally agree! This community has been so helpful. Makes the whole process feel less overwhelming.
we're all in the same boat here, gotta help each other out
Join the conversation
One more tip - when you do get your hearing notice, read it carefully. They'll tell you exactly what documents to bring and what the specific issues are that they'll be addressing.
Thanks for all the advice everyone. This thread has been more helpful than anything I could find on the Washington ESD website.
That's what we're here for. Keep us updated on how it goes!
Just got word that my appeal hearing resulted in a favorable decision! Filed in August, hearing in December, decision this week. There is light at the end of the tunnel.
Congratulations! That gives me hope. How long before you actually got your back pay?
They said 1-2 weeks for the back pay to process. Much faster than the original wait!
Mason Kaczka
Whatever you do, don't let anyone talk you into those predatory payday loans. The interest rates will just make your situation worse.
0 coins
Lucas Notre-Dame
•Definitely not going down that road. I've heard horror stories about those places.
0 coins
Sophia Russo
Hang in there. I know it's cliche but this really is temporary. Focus on what you can control - keep applying, network with people, maybe learn a new skill online. You got this.
0 coins
Lucas Notre-Dame
•Thanks everyone for all the advice and support. It really helps to know I'm not alone in this.
0 coins