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Just remember to keep filing your weekly claims even after exhaustion if you think you might qualify for EB or a new claim. Don't let there be any gaps in your filing.
Good reminder. I was wondering about that - whether I should keep filing even with a zero balance.
Definitely keep filing. If benefits become available later, you don't want any missed weeks that you can't get paid for.
This whole experience has taught me to never take steady employment for granted. Being unemployed long-term is way harder than I ever imagined, both financially and mentally.
The mental health aspect doesn't get talked about enough. It's isolating and demoralizing.
Have you looked into any mental health resources? Some are available on a sliding scale or free.
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Bottom line: all pandemic unemployment programs ended September 4, 2021 in Washington. After that date, only regular state UI continued for people who qualified. If you have questions about your specific situation from that time period, you'll probably need to talk to Washington ESD directly since the online records can be confusing.
Perfect summary, thank you! Now I just need to figure out how to actually get someone on the phone at Washington ESD to review my 2021 claims.
Like I mentioned earlier, Claimyr.com made that process so much easier for me. They handle the calling and waiting, you just talk to the agent when they get you connected.
thanks everyone for the info. i was definitely confused about the timeline but this thread cleared it up. september 4 2021 was the end of the extra pandemic benefits, got it.
Glad we could help! It was a confusing time for everyone.
Same here. Really appreciate all the detailed responses. Now I know what questions to ask when I finally get through to Washington ESD.
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I'm a freelancer and most of my income doesn't qualify for regular unemployment benefits. Does Washington state have anything for self-employed people?
Self-employed individuals generally don't qualify for regular unemployment benefits because they don't pay into the system. However, if you also worked for covered employers during your base period, those wages could qualify you for benefits.
There was that pandemic unemployment assistance program for freelancers but I think that ended. Not sure if Washington has anything permanent for self-employed people.
The bottom line is that higher-paying jobs in any industry will result in higher unemployment benefits. Whether that's tech, finance, healthcare, skilled trades, or management positions - the salary is what matters, not the specific field.
Thanks everyone for all the detailed responses! This has been really helpful in understanding how the system works. I guess I need to focus on finding a higher-paying job for future security.
Good luck with your job search! And remember that even if your current benefits seem low, Washington also offers job training programs and other support services through WorkSource that might help you qualify for better positions.
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One last thing - even if you qualify for unemployment after quitting, most employers will fight it because it affects their unemployment tax rate. Be prepared for them to contest your claim and have all your evidence ready.
Good to know. My employer definitely seems like the type who would contest it just to be difficult.
That's pretty common unfortunately. But if you have legitimate good cause and proper documentation, you should be fine even if they contest it.
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Just want to follow up on the Claimyr thing - it really did help me get answers faster when I was in your situation. Sometimes Washington ESD has programs or options that aren't obvious on their website, so talking to an actual person can uncover things you might have missed.
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NeonNova
•I think I'm going to try calling them one more time to make absolutely sure there's nothing I can do. If I can't get through I'll check out that service you mentioned.
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Drake
•Let us know what you find out. I'm in a similar situation and could use the info too.
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NeonNova
Thanks everyone for all the advice and support. This thread has given me a lot of leads to follow up on. Going to start with calling 211 and checking out WorkSource training programs, then look into county assistance programs. Really appreciate you all taking the time to help!
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Yuki Tanaka
•Good luck! Keep us posted on how things work out.
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Carmen Diaz
•You got this! The period right after benefits end is the hardest but you'll get through it.
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