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I just went through this exact same situation! Filed my claim about 2 weeks ago and was constantly refreshing my account trying to figure out if I was approved. What finally clued me in was when I logged in one morning and suddenly saw a "File Weekly Claim" button that wasn't there before, plus my weekly benefit amount showed up under the claim summary section. That's basically Washington ESD's way of telling you you're approved without actually saying it directly. The determination letter came in the mail about 3 days later confirming everything. If you can see your weekly benefit amount ($421 sounds right for approval!) and can file weekly claims, you're definitely good to go. Just make sure to file those weekly claims every Sunday - that's when the money actually starts flowing!
Thanks for sharing your experience! That's really reassuring to hear. I've been checking my account obsessively and was starting to worry something was wrong. The "File Weekly Claim" button appearing sounds like the key indicator I should watch for. Did you get your first payment pretty quickly after filing your first weekly claim?
Yes, once I filed my first weekly claim on Sunday, I got the payment deposited into my account the following Wednesday. Washington ESD is usually pretty quick with direct deposit - just make sure you have that set up! The key is being consistent with filing every single week. I almost missed my second week because I thought I could skip it since I hadn't heard back about a job interview, but thankfully someone on here warned me that you can't miss any weeks or you lose those benefits permanently.
I'm in a similar situation - filed my claim about a week ago and have been anxiously checking my account multiple times a day! This thread has been incredibly helpful in understanding what to look for. Based on what everyone is saying, it sounds like the key indicators are: 1) seeing your weekly benefit amount appear in the claim summary, 2) being able to file weekly claims, and 3) getting that official determination letter in the mail. The waiting is definitely stressful when you're already dealing with unemployment, but it's reassuring to know that most straightforward claims get approved within 2-3 weeks. I'm going to stop obsessively checking my account and just be patient - though I'll definitely keep an eye out for that "File Weekly Claim" button to appear!
You're absolutely right about those key indicators! I'm actually in the same boat as you - filed my claim about 8 days ago and have been refreshing my account way too much. Reading through this whole thread has really helped calm my nerves though. It sounds like as long as we don't see any red flags or adjudication notices, we should be fine. The hardest part is definitely just waiting it out when you're already stressed about being unemployed. Good luck with your claim - hopefully we both see those weekly benefit amounts show up soon!
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I just want to echo what everyone else has said - this thread has been absolutely incredible for helping me understand what to expect! As someone who's also new to unemployment after being laid off, I was really dreading my WorkSource appointment, but reading all these detailed experiences has completely changed my perspective. What strikes me most is how consistent the theme is across different offices - yes, they want to verify you're meeting job search requirements, but the real focus seems to be on genuinely helping you succeed. The stories about networking groups, hidden job markets, certification programs, and direct employer connections are amazing. I had no idea WorkSource offered so many resources beyond just checking compliance boxes. I'm definitely taking notes on all the practical advice here: arriving early with organized documentation, bringing a notebook for resources, preparing a one-page career summary, and being ready to discuss transferable skills. The tip about asking specifically about partnership programs and rapid hiring events is gold. Paolo, you started this conversation feeling nervous about your first appointment, but look at this incredible wealth of knowledge and support that emerged! This community is truly special. I hope your Everett appointment goes amazingly well and that you get connected with resources that really help your job search. Please do update us - I think we're all rooting for you!
Diego, I couldn't agree more about how incredible this community has been! As someone who's also new here, I'm amazed by the depth of knowledge and genuine support everyone has shared. Reading through all these experiences has been like getting a masterclass in WorkSource appointments from people who've actually been through it. The consistency across different offices really does show that the focus is on helping rather than penalizing, which is such a relief to hear. I love how you've summarized all the key practical advice - it's like a perfect checklist for anyone preparing for their first appointment. Paolo really did start something special here, and I think we're all better prepared now thanks to everyone's willingness to share their real experiences. It's communities like this that make navigating unemployment so much less scary and isolating!
I'm also new to this community and just wanted to say thank you to everyone who's shared their experiences here! As someone who has my first WorkSource appointment coming up in a few weeks, this thread has been absolutely invaluable. I went from being terrified about the meeting to actually feeling prepared and even excited about the potential resources and support available. The range of positive experiences across different Washington offices - from Everett to Tacoma to Spokane - really shows that WorkSource is genuinely focused on helping people succeed rather than looking for reasons to deny benefits. The specific tips about bringing organized documentation, preparing a career summary, and asking about networking groups and certification programs have given me such a clear roadmap for making the most of my appointment. What really stands out to me is how many people mentioned discovering resources they never knew existed - hidden job markets, rapid hiring events, industry-specific training programs, and direct employer partnerships. It's clear that going in with the right questions and an open mind can unlock opportunities that aren't readily apparent. Paolo, I hope your appointment goes amazingly well! This community has created such a supportive environment for people navigating unemployment, and your original question sparked a conversation that's going to help so many of us feel more confident and prepared. Thank you for being brave enough to ask what we were all wondering about!
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This thread is amazing! I'm currently dealing with this exact situation - accepted a job offer yesterday with a start date of May 26th, so I have about 6 weeks left on unemployment. I was literally googling "can I claim unemployment after accepting job offer" at midnight last night because I was so worried about doing something wrong! Reading through everyone's experiences has been incredibly reassuring. It's clear that being completely honest on the weekly claims is the way to go - answer "yes" to having future work, keep doing those job search activities (even though it feels silly), and document everything just in case. I'm definitely going to follow the advice here about keeping my offer letter handy and taking screenshots of my weekly claim submissions. The tip about ESD using Sunday-Saturday weeks when I actually start working is also really helpful to know in advance. It's honestly frustrating that this scenario is SO common (based on all these responses!) but ESD's website gives zero clear guidance about it. Thank goodness for this community! Thanks to everyone who shared their experiences - you've made this whole process feel way less scary for those of us going through it now. Congrats to everyone who successfully navigated this and landed new jobs! 🎉
Welcome to the club! 😅 I'm actually in a super similar situation - just got my offer last week with a start date of June 2nd, so I'll be waiting about 7 weeks total. I was doing the exact same midnight Google searches because I was so paranoid about accidentally committing fraud or something! This thread has been such a game-changer for my anxiety levels. It's wild how many of us are going through this exact same thing but ESD acts like it's some rare edge case. I've already started my documentation folder and have been answering honestly on my weekly claims. The waiting is tough but at least we know we're handling it the right way now! Congrats on your new job - we're almost at the finish line! 🙌
This thread has been such a goldmine of information! I'm actually in this exact situation right now - just accepted a job offer this morning with a start date of June 9th, so I have about 8 weeks to go. I was frantically searching online last night trying to figure out if I could keep claiming benefits, and finding this discussion has been such a relief! It's incredible how many people have been through this exact scenario - really makes you wonder why ESD doesn't have a clear FAQ section about it on their website. From reading everyone's experiences, it seems like the formula is pretty straightforward: be completely honest on weekly claims about having future work, keep doing those job search activities (even though it feels pointless), and document everything thoroughly. I'm definitely going to start that documentation folder today with my offer letter and begin screenshotting my weekly claim submissions. The tip about ESD using Sunday-Saturday weeks for earnings when I actually start working is also really valuable - I would have probably messed that up without this heads up! Thanks to everyone who shared their stories, especially @Miranda Singer for starting this whole discussion. It's amazing how this one post has helped so many people navigate the same confusing situation. This community is honestly invaluable when ESD's own guidance leaves us all scratching our heads! 🙏
You're so smart to start that documentation folder right away! I wish I had been that organized when I went through this situation about 4 months ago. Having 8 weeks might feel like a long time to wait, but honestly it goes by faster than you think, especially when you know you're handling everything correctly. I did the same approach - complete honesty on the weekly claims, kept up with job search activities (I focused mostly on online courses and professional development since applying to new jobs felt pointless), and saved everything I could think of. Never ended up needing the documentation but it gave me such peace of mind! It really is crazy how common this situation is - you'd think ESD would have figured out by now that they need clearer guidance about it. Congrats on the new job and good luck with the final stretch! June 9th will be here before you know it! 🎉
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I'm going through the exact same thing right now! Got my first text 3 days ago saying I need to schedule by July 1st, but still no letter in my ESD account. This is so reassuring to hear it's a common system glitch and not just me. I'm definitely going to try visiting the WorkSource office in person like @Amara Okafor suggested - that seems way more reliable than trying to get through on their phone lines. And I'll make sure to bring my photo ID and ESD customer number. @Yuki Kobayashi - so glad your letter finally showed up! Gives me hope mine will appear soon too. I've been checking my portal obsessively multiple times a day. Did you get any confirmation email after scheduling your appointment? Thanks everyone for sharing your experiences. It's crazy that we all have to become experts in navigating their broken system just to keep our benefits!
@Giovanni Greco - Yes, I did get a confirmation email after scheduling! It came within about 10 minutes and included my appointment date, time, location, and a reminder about what to bring. Make sure to check your spam folder too just in case. The in-person visit to WorkSource really does seem to be the most reliable option based on everyone s'advice here. I was planning to do that myself before my letter finally showed up. At least now we know this timing issue is super common and not something to panic about though (it s'still incredibly stressful when it s'happening to you! .)Keep us posted on how it goes - I m'sure others will run into this same problem and your experience could help them too!
I'm dealing with this exact same issue right now! Been getting the texts for 4 days but no letter in my ESD account. Reading through all these responses is such a relief - I was starting to think I was going crazy or had done something wrong. Based on everyone's advice, I'm planning to go to my local WorkSource office tomorrow morning with my photo ID and ESD customer number. @Amara Okafor thanks for the insider info about the systems not syncing - that explains so much! @Yuki Kobayashi glad your letter finally appeared and you got scheduled. Gives me hope mine will show up soon too. I've been screenshotting everything like @Carmen Vega suggested just in case. It's honestly ridiculous that we all have to become system experts just to navigate their broken technology. They send urgent texts with deadlines but don't provide the actual information we need to comply. How is that fair to people who depend on these benefits? Will update once I visit WorkSource in person or if my letter magically appears!
@Omar Zaki - You re'absolutely right about having to become system experts! It s'frustrating that they put the burden on us to figure out their technical problems when people are already stressed about unemployment. I went through this same nightmare last month and the in-person visit really is the way to go. The WorkSource staff were actually pretty understanding about the system glitch once I explained it to them. They scheduled me on the spot and even made a note in my file about the notification issue. One tip: if you go in person, ask them to email you a confirmation of your appointment scheduling visit. That way you have documentation that you proactively tried to comply even before your letter appeared. It could protect you if there are any issues later with your benefits. The whole system definitely needs an overhaul - sending urgent deadlines without proper documentation is setting people up to fail. Hang in there and keep us posted on how your visit goes!
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Bottom line: be honest with Washington ESD about your travel. They have ways of finding out anyway, and the penalties for fraud are severe. A temporary hold on benefits is way better than having to repay everything with penalties.
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Dallas Villalobos
•Thank you everyone. I'm definitely going to call them tomorrow and be upfront about the situation.
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Isaiah Sanders
•Good decision. Hope everything works out with your family situation.
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Juan Moreno
Just wanted to add that Washington ESD has specific procedures for emergency travel situations. I had to leave suddenly when my father was hospitalized overseas and they were actually pretty understanding when I called ahead. They put my claim on temporary hold and when I returned with documentation (hospital records), they reactivated it without any penalties. The key is communicating with them before you travel, not after. Don't try to hide it - they really do have access to travel records through federal databases.
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Miguel Ramos
•This is really helpful to know! Did you have to provide any specific documentation when you called ahead, or just explain the emergency situation? I'm in a similar boat with my grandmother being in the hospital overseas and want to make sure I handle this properly.
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