Can I pause ESD weekly claims during travel and reschedule my WorkSource appointment?

You need to be careful here. When you don't file weekly claims, your claim becomes inactive after two weeks. To restart it, you'll need to reopen your claim when you return, which isn't a huge deal but does take extra steps. As for the WorkSource appointment - they're pretty strict about those RESEA meetings. Missing one can result in benefit disqualification. I'd contact them ASAP and explain your situation. Sometimes they can offer virtual appointments or other accommodations. Don't just skip it without communication.

Went thru this last year!!! U CANNOT just skip WorkSource meetings they WILL cut ur benefits off. I missed mine cuz my kid was sick and they made me start the whole process over again. Such BS considering how impossible it is to even get through to anyone there!!!!

Let me clarify some things here: 1. For your weekly claims: You're correct that you shouldn't file weekly claims when you're not available for work. That would be misrepresentation. However, your claim will go inactive after two consecutive weeks of not filing. When you return, you'll need to reopen your claim. 2. For WorkSource: The RESEA (Reemployment Services and Eligibility Assessment) appointments are mandatory. ESD takes these very seriously, and missing one without prior communication can result in benefit denial. Despite what the notice says, there ARE situations where they can accommodate rescheduling, especially with advance notice for legitimate reasons like travel. Call WorkSource directly at the number on your notice, explain your situation, and ask for accommodation. Sometimes they can do a phone appointment or reschedule outside their normal timeframe. Document this call (date, time, who you spoke with). If you can't get through on the phone, go to the WorkSource office in person BEFORE you leave to explain your situation.

I tried calling WorkSource for weeks and could never get through. Finally used Claimyr (claimyr.com) and got connected to an ESD agent in about 20 minutes. They helped me reschedule my mandatory appointment when I had a similar situation. Worth checking out their video to see how it works: https://youtu.be/7DieNd3C7zQ?si=26TzE_zGms-DODN3. The agent told me that while the notices say you can't reschedule, they actually can make exceptions for legitimate reasons like pre-planned travel, especially if you contact them before missing the appointment.

On the weekly claims issue - you're doing the right thing by not filing when you're not available for work. But be aware when you reopen your claim after your trip, there will likely be a waiting week where you won't receive benefits. That's standard procedure when reactivating a claim that's gone inactive. As for WorkSource, I've found that going to the actual WorkSource center in person (before your trip) is the most effective way to explain your situation and get accommodation.

just wondering, where r u traveling? if its in the US u could technically still do the worksource meeting online maybe? i did mine on zoom last year and it wasnt a big deal

idk why everyone's panicking so much lol. i missed my worksource thing and nothing happened. they sent me another letter a month later. just said i was sick when i finally went in 🤷‍♂️

Following up on reopening your claim - it's not complicated, but there will likely be a gap. When you return and reopen, you'll need to: 1. Log into your ESD account 2. Select "Restart your claim" 3. Answer all questions truthfully 4. Remember there's typically a waiting week (where you must file but won't be paid) So in total, you might experience about a 2-week gap in payments (the waiting week plus processing time). Make sure you have finances to cover this period. And definitely try to resolve the WorkSource situation before leaving!