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I was skeptical about using outside services to help with Washington ESD, but after spending three full days trying to get through on the phone, I tried that Claimyr thing someone mentioned earlier. Actually got connected to an agent and resolved my adjudication issue. Sometimes you just need to talk to a real person.
It sounds like that service is really helpful for people who are having trouble getting through. I'll keep it in mind if I run into issues.
Yeah, I was hesitant at first but when you really need to reach someone at Washington ESD, it's worth it. The video demo on their site explains exactly how it works.
Bottom line for the OP: 8 months of full-time work should definitely qualify you for benefits. Don't stress too much about it. File your claim online, register with WorkSource, and start your job search. You'll be fine!
Good luck with everything! Come back and update us on how it goes.
Will do! Thanks again for all the support and information.
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Just remember that if you get disqualified for any reason, you can appeal. I got disqualified initially because they said I quit my job voluntarily, but I appealed and won because I had documentation that I was laid off.
How long does the appeal process take?
Mine took about 6 weeks total, but I got back-paid for all the weeks I missed once I won the appeal.
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The eligibility isn't that complicated really. Work for at least 680 hours or earn $1,000+ in your base period, lose your job through no fault of your own, be able and available for work. Most people who worked a regular job qualify.
Thanks for breaking it down so simply! That helps a lot.
No problem! The ESD website makes it sound way more complicated than it actually is.
I used that claimyr service someone mentioned earlier and it was honestly a game changer. Got connected to an ESD agent who walked me through the whole eligibility process and helped me understand exactly what I needed to do. Worth checking out if you're having trouble getting through on your own.
I might have to try that if I run into issues. Thanks for the recommendation!
Definitely worth it. The video demo at https://youtu.be/7DieNd3C7zQ shows exactly how it works.
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Bottom line - collect your unemployment benefits and don't worry about SS. They're apples and oranges. Your future SS is based on your 35 highest earning years from actual employment, period.
Perfect summary. I feel so much better about this now. Thanks everyone for all the helpful responses!
This thread was really helpful. I had the same concerns and now I know I was worrying for nothing.
One last thing - make sure you're thinking ahead about health insurance between when your UI ends and when you become eligible for Medicare. That gap can be expensive if you're not prepared.
Check if you qualify for any subsidies on the health insurance marketplace. At certain income levels you might get help with premiums.
Definitely worth looking into. The gap between employer insurance and Medicare can be brutal financially.
Olivia Garcia
I see a lot of good advice here. The key is to pursue multiple options at once - appeal the denial, apply for other assistance programs, and start looking for alternative income sources. Don't put all your eggs in one basket.
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Lucas Schmidt
•You're absolutely right. I was so focused on just the unemployment denial that I wasn't thinking about other options. This thread has been really helpful.
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Olivia Garcia
•Glad to help. Remember, this is temporary. You'll get through this.
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Noah Lee
One more thing - if you do end up getting approved for unemployment later, you might be able to get back pay from when you first applied. So definitely keep track of your job search activities just in case.
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Lucas Schmidt
•Good point. I'll start keeping a job search log even though I'm not currently required to.
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Noah Lee
•Smart thinking. It shows you're actively looking for work and will help if you need to prove your efforts later.
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