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While waiting for your appeal hearing, you might want to apply for other assistance programs if your finances are tight. The processing time for appeals is currently running 10-12 weeks in Washington. You can apply for emergency assistance through DSHS, food benefits, and there are several non-profits that offer rental assistance while you're waiting. Don't wait until you're in crisis to explore these options.
10-12 weeks?! That's terrifying. I have some savings but not enough to last that long. Thank you for the suggestions - I'll look into DSHS assistance right away. Do you know if I'd have to repay any of that if my unemployment appeal is eventually approved?
Benefits like food assistance or temporary cash assistance wouldn't need to be repaid if you later receive unemployment. They're separate programs. Just be sure to report any unemployment benefits once you start receiving them, as it will affect your ongoing eligibility for other assistance.
did u check ur eServices account messages? sometimes ESD asks for additional info but they dont actually email u about it. i missed an important request buried in my eServices messages and it delayed my claim for weeks!
I just checked and there's nothing there except the determination letter. But I'll make sure to check it daily from now on - that's a great tip, thank you!
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Here's what I suggest based on helping several people through similar situations: 1. First, file an appeal specifically about the hour calculation. Bring any evidence showing more hours worked (paystubs, timesheets, etc). 2. Contact your State Representative's office. They have liaisons who can often get answers from ESD much faster than you can alone. 3. For those original 3 weeks showing as pending: call ESD specifically about those. They might be able to release those payments since they're from your previous claim that you were eligible for. 4. Don't wait until January to file a new claim - mark your calendar for exactly January 1st, 2026 and apply that day to include Q3 hours. 5. In the meantime, register with WorkSource immediately. They can help with job search and might know of short-term opportunities while you wait. The system is frustrating but navigable with persistence!
This is such a comprehensive plan - thank you! I'll start with the appeal tomorrow and contact my rep's office. I didn't realize they could help with ESD issues.
Did you submit ALL your paystubs when you reapplied? I found out that my employer didn't report all my hours to ESD correctly, which is why my hours were short. If you have paystubs showing more hours than what ESD is counting, definitely appeal and submit those documents. Also - about changing careers - WorkSource has some great retraining programs that can even extend your benefits while you learn a new skill. Worth looking into!
I think I did submit everything, but now I'm not 100% sure. Going to double-check all my records tonight. That WorkSource retraining program sounds perfect for my situation - do you know if I need to qualify for regular unemployment first before I can get into their programs?
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Just wondering, did your status on eServices change from "disqualified" straight to "reversed" or were there any steps in between? My appeal hearing is next week and I'm trying to figure out what to expect on my account after. The waiting and uncertainty is driving me crazy!
It went straight from "disqualified" to "reversed" with no steps in between. The change happened overnight after my hearing. Good luck with your appeal! The waiting is definitely the hardest part.
Just wanted to follow up - any update on whether your backpay came through yet? This information could be really helpful for others in similar situations.
Yes! The money actually came through yesterday - so it was exactly 6 business days from when the status changed to reversed. All 10 weeks paid at once via direct deposit. Such a relief! Thanks everyone for the advice and support.
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i had my worksource thing and forgot my job search log lol. they just had me fill out a new one there and it was fine. dont stress!!
That's a relief to hear! Thanks for sharing your experience.
To directly answer your follow-up questions: 1. About detailed questions: They may ask about some activities, but it's usually just to verify you understand what counts. If you don't have confirmation emails for everything, that's okay - just be honest and have as much documentation as you can. In the future, try to save those confirmations. 2. For part-time workers: They usually consider your schedule when recommending workshops, and many are now offered virtually. If something is truly impossible with your work schedule, explain that to them. After the appointment, make sure you: - Continue filing weekly claims on time - Complete and document 3 job search activities each week - Attend any specifically required follow-up appointments (if assigned) - Check your ESD online account messages regularly The most important thing is maintaining consistent job search activities and documentation after the appointment.
This is super helpful, thank you! I'm going to organize my job search info better before the appointment and make sure I keep better records going forward. I appreciate everyone's help!
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Just to add some important details: For PFML, you can apply retroactively for benefits going back several weeks, so you might be able to cover the time you've already been out of work. You'll need medical certification from your doctor confirming your condition and inability to work. For your specific situation with a broken foot, you should qualify for medical leave benefits. The current maximum weekly benefit for 2025 is around $1,475, though most people receive less based on their income. Once you're approved, payments are typically deposited weekly. The process is generally faster than UI adjudication.
That's really helpful info, thank you! I'm going to call my doctor tomorrow to get the medical certification started. Hoping this process goes smoother than the UI claim did.
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One thing to keep in mind is that the ESD system runs overnight batch processing for claims. So even if you file at 12:01am Sunday versus 11:59pm Sunday, it won't make a difference in processing time - they all get picked up in the same batch. What DOES matter is if you have any earnings to report or work search activities that need additional review, which can add 1-2 days to the process.
I've been reporting my three job search activities every week without fail, and I don't have any earnings to report yet. Maybe it's just my bank that's causing the variation then.
When I was on unemployment last year, I noticed that whenever there was a holiday (even obscure ones I hadn't heard of), my payment would be delayed by a day. Maybe check if the weeks your payment came on Thursday had a holiday earlier in the week? Just something to consider for your planning!
That's a great point! I'll start marking holidays on my calendar to anticipate delays. Thanks for the tip.
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The waiting week showing as disqualifyed is NORMAL but let me tell u what's NOT NORMAL - how long it takes for them to actually pay u after that!! I waited 5 WEEKS after my waiting week before I got my first payment and they never explained why. Keep filing every single week no matter what and document EVERYTHING. The system is broken and they don't care about us at all.
While delays can happen, most claims are processed within 2-3 weeks after the waiting week if there are no issues requiring adjudication. If your payments were delayed for 5 weeks without explanation, it's possible your claim had an issue that wasn't clearly communicated. Always check your correspondence folder regularly and respond immediately to any requests for information from ESD.
UPDATE: You all were right! My second week just processed and shows 'paid' status with a payment date for tomorrow. Thanks everyone for helping me understand that the 'disqualified' status for the waiting week is normal. Such a relief!
Great news! Glad it's working out as expected. The first few weeks of unemployment are always the most stressful because everything is new and the terminology is so confusing. It gets easier from here!
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Ugh I wish I'd asked this when I got my job last month. I just stopped claiming benefits completely without telling anyone and now I'm paranoid something bad is going to happen. Should I go back and report something or just leave it?
If it's been less than 4 weeks, I'd recommend submitting a late weekly claim for your final week and marking that you returned to work. If it's been longer, you might want to send a secure message through eServices explaining the situation. Better to address it now than have issues later.
One more important thing - if you worked partial hours during your final claim week, make sure you report those hours and earnings accurately. For example, if your claim week is Sunday-Saturday and you start work on Wednesday, you'd report 3 days of work for that final claim. Being precise here helps avoid any potential overpayment issues.
That's a good point! My last claim will include 3 days of work. I'll make sure to report the exact hours and pay for those days.
Harper Hill
make sure u look at ur overpayment notice carefully to see if its a fraud overpayment or non-fraud overpayment. the non-fraud ones r easier to handle n sometimes they waive part of it if u can prove financial hardship. but if they labeled it as fraud u have less options
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Chloe Green
•Thanks for pointing this out. My notice says it's a non-fraud overpayment, so that's at least some good news. They acknowledged it was just a reporting error and not intentional. I'm going to look into the hardship waiver option.
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One more thing to consider: if you're still struggling financially, you might qualify for a hardship waiver for part or all of the overpayment. You'll need to complete the "Overpayment Waiver Application" form and provide documentation of your financial situation. This is separate from your appeal, so you can still apply for this even though you lost the appeal. These aren't automatically granted, but it's worth trying if repayment would cause significant hardship.
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Harper Hill
•yea i tried this too! they only waived like 20% of mine but hey better than nothing right
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