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One more important tip - check if you have any Action Items in your eServices account that are holding up your claim. Many people spend weeks trying to reach someone only to find out they just needed to complete a simple form or questionnaire that was sitting in their account. Look under the 'Alerts' and 'Action Items' sections carefully.
That's actually really helpful. I just checked and there WAS an action item I missed from last week! It was a simple employment verification form. Just completed it - hopefully this helps move things along. Thank you!
So did anyone ever figure out a reliable way to get through? I'm back in the same position again with a new issue on my claim. Really don't want to spend another month trying to reach someone...
Update on my situation: I ended up using that Claimyr service someone mentioned above and did get through to an agent yesterday. Cost was worth it for me considering I was about to miss another rent payment. They fixed my pending issue (turned out to be a simple verification problem). My claim is now processing! Fingers crossed for payment soon.
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When I was on unemployment last year, I always wrote down my job searches in a notebook before entering them anywhere. Saved me a couple times when the website crashed or I had to use the phone. Just a tip!
I've been dealing with this exact issue and getting nowhere with ESD. I've called over 20 times trying to speak with someone about my job search documentation and either get disconnected or wait forever. Finally used Claimyr (claimyr.com) to get through to an actual person yesterday. Totally worth it after weeks of frustration. They have a demo video showing how it works: https://youtu.be/7DieNd3C7zQ?si=26TzE_zGms-DODN3. The agent I spoke with confirmed there's no specific deadline for entering job search activities after filing by phone, but you should do it as soon as possible. If you're selected for review, they typically give you a deadline to submit documentation.
To answer your question about deadlines - there's no hard deadline for entering job searches after filing by phone, but you should do it as soon as possible. If you're selected for a job search review (which can happen randomly), you'll typically be given a deadline to provide documentation. Pro tip: ESD recommends that you maintain your job search records for at least 60 days after the week you're claiming. So even if you enter them online, keep your own backup records with all the details (company name, contact info, position, application date, etc).
Thanks everyone! I just logged in and added all my job search activities for last week. Definitely learned my lesson about keeping better records. Going to start a dedicated notebook for tracking everything just to be safe. Really appreciate all the help!
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Anybody else notice adjudication takes WAY longer now than it did during COVID times? Back in 2021 I got through adjudication in like 10 days. Now they're taking months for some people. It's like they went back to not caring once the pandemic spotlight was off them.
They had a lot more staff during COVID because of the federal funding. Most of those temporary workers are gone now, but claim volumes are still higher than pre-pandemic. The system just wasn't designed to handle this many claims efficiently.
Update: I took everyone's advice and kept filing my weekly claims. I also sent an additional message with a clear explanation letter about the retirement withdrawal being one-time and emergency-based. Still waiting but at least I feel like I've done everything possible. Thanks for all the support and information - this community has been super helpful while I navigate this stress.
Good job with the explanation letter. One last tip: in your weekly claims, make absolutely sure you're correctly reporting any work/earnings (even if zero) and accurately answering the able/available questions. Inconsistencies there can extend adjudication times.
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I don't mean to go off-topic, but I'm in a similar situation with my husband's PCS orders to South Korea. Did you also have trouble with the "actively seeking work" requirements? How are you handling job searches from overseas? I'm worried about that part of my claim.
That's a good question! I've been applying for positions at the base Family Readiness Center and AAFES. There are also remote work opportunities with US companies that I'm pursuing. For job search activities, I'm counting online applications, networking with spouse employment groups, and attending virtual job fairs specifically for military spouses. You need to document 3 job search activities each week, and these all qualify.
Thank you! I didn't realize virtual job fairs would count. That's super helpful. Good luck with your appeal - please update us when you hear something!
One more thing to remember in your appeal: be sure to include the relevant parts of the UCMJ and Joint Travel Regulations that pertain to command-sponsored dependents. These federal regulations supersede state-level interpretations about your availability for work. Also, if you're having trouble getting through on the phone to discuss your appeal, try calling right when they open at 8:00 AM Pacific time - that's when wait times are shortest.
I've been trying that early morning strategy for a week with no luck. Either constant busy signals or 3+ hour wait times that disconnect before I reach anyone. It's maddening!
Layla Mendes
Thanks everyone for the advice! I'll stop filing for those two weeks and then resume when I get back. Good to know my claim will stay active. Really appreciate all the helpful responses!
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Lucas Notre-Dame
•Enjoy your vacation! Don't stress about unemployment while you're away - it'll be there when you get back. Just remember to start your weekly claims right when you return.
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Olivia Harris
where r u going on vacation?? i need one too lol
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Layla Mendes
•Going to visit family in Colorado. It was booked and paid for before I lost my job - otherwise I definitely wouldn't be taking a vacation right now!
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