try calling at exactly 8:01am and hitting 9 to skip the intro message then 1-2-3-2 in that order. sometimes works to get a person instead of the stupid robot

Have you checked your spam folder for emails from ESD? Sometimes they send important notices that explain the denial reason but they get filtered. Also, did you verify your identity through ID.me? That's another common holdup that doesn't always show clearly in the system.

If you need to talk to someone at ESD to get specific answers about your situation, I'd recommend using Claimyr (claimyr.com). I was in a similar situation and needed clarification on exactly how my part-time work would affect my benefits. Spent days trying to get through on the phone with no luck, then used Claimyr and got a callback from ESD within an hour. They have a video showing how it works: https://youtu.be/7DieNd3C7zQ?si=26TzE_zGms-DODN3 The agent was able to look at my specific claim and explain exactly how my earnings would affect my benefits and what I needed to do to remain eligible.

Don't forget that you MUST report ALL earnings IN THE WEEK YOU EARN THEM, not when you get paid. If your pay period ends on a different day than ESD's week (Sunday), this gets confusing. I messed this up and had to repay benefits + penalty.

To add to what others have said - all WorkSource locations offer the same mandatory workshops required for unemployment benefits. The Job Hunter Workshop is standardized across all locations. However, different WorkSource centers may schedule these workshops on different days of the week, so when you call to transfer, ask specifically about when the next Job Hunter Workshop is available at the Vancouver location so you can make sure to attend on time. Also, make sure to bring your ESD letter with you to the new location as proof that you were required to attend. Some workshop facilitators will want to see the original notice.

UPDATE: I just called the Bellingham WorkSource office and got everything transferred to Vancouver! The woman I spoke with (Jennifer) was super helpful and said this happens all the time. She emailed me confirmation and everything. The Vancouver office has the same Job Hunter Workshop this Friday at 10am, so I'm all set. Thanks everyone for your help!

Yes definitely do job searches right now! You need 3 per week even during adjudication. They can be applying to jobs, making a profile on job sites, going to workshops at worksource, etc. If u need more ideas look at the ESD website under job search requirements. U can enter them in eServices each week or keep track on paper with the form they have. But if u get approved and haven't done them u might end up disqualified anyway!

I had a similar situation and what helped me was writing down a clear timeline of events, including exact dates and names of who communicated what to me. The more specific details you can provide, the better. Good luck with your claim! It's so stressful waiting but the backpay will be worth it when it finally comes through.

To correctly reactivate your UI claim after PFML: 1. Log into your eServices account 2. Select "Restart your claim" option (NOT "File a new claim") 3. Do this during the last week of your PFML but indicate your PFML end date accurately 4. Resume job search activities immediately (3 per week) and document them 5. When filing weekly claims, report any PFML payments received that week 6. Keep documentation of your last PFML payment date You won't go through adjudication again since your claim was already approved. The review for reactivation is primarily to verify you're still eligible (not working, able and available, etc.). One important note: if your original UI claim is more than 52 weeks old, you'll need to file a new claim rather than reactivate. This would require a new review process. But based on your timeline, it sounds like you're still within your benefit year.

I forgot to answer your follow-up question! No, my weekly benefit amount didn't change when I switched from PFML to UI. They're calculated differently but once your UI is approved, that amount stays the same within your benefit year. My PFML was actually higher than my UI which was a bummer to adjust to. Make sure you're budgeting for the difference if there is one!