Can I reapply for ESD benefits after exhausting my regular UI claim?

It actually depends on several factors. If you've worked since the beginning of your previous benefit year and earned enough wages, you might qualify for a new claim. The benefit year is a 12-month period from when you first applied. After that year ends, you can potentially file a new claim if you've had enough work hours. Or, if you haven't worked since your original claim, but it's been more than a year since you first applied, you might still qualify for a new claim based on your work history from before your previous claim. You should log into your eServices account and try starting a new application - the system will tell you if you're eligible or not based on your work history.

ur family probably thinking of the old covid extensions wich dont exist anymore. once ur regular UI is done its DONE. theyll just deny you if u try to claim again to soon. i went thru this last summer

Have you checked if you qualify for any other assistance programs? Since UI is exhausted, maybe apply for other benefits like SNAP (food stamps) or housing assistance while you continue looking for work? That's what I did after my benefits ran out. ESD isn't the only option for help!

THE SYSTEM IS RIGGED AGAINST US!!! I exhausted my benefits last year and ESD doesn't care at all about what happens to people after the money runs out. They just want to get you off their books. When I called to ask about extensions the agent basically laughed at me. They should at least have some kind of program for people who genuinely can't find work instead of just cutting us off!!!

If you've exhausted regular UI and haven't worked enough hours to qualify for a new claim, you may want to contact WorkSource directly. They offer retraining programs and specialized job placement services that might help you find work faster. They can also advise if there are any special programs you might qualify for based on your industry, age, or other factors. WorkSource helped me find a completely new career path after my benefits ran out.

I was in your exact situation in February! Couldn't get through to anyone at ESD to ask questions about what to do after exhausting benefits. I discovered this service called Claimyr (claimyr.com) that got me connected to an ESD agent in about 20 minutes when I'd been trying for days on my own. They have a video showing how it works: https://youtu.be/7DieNd3C7zQ?si=26TzE_zGms-DODN3 The ESD agent confirmed I wasn't eligible for more benefits yet but gave me really helpful info about when I could reapply and connected me with resources I didn't know about. Worth it just to get clear answers instead of stressing.

Back when I exhausted my benefits in 2024, I went to my local WorkSource office in person, and they were able to help me understand my options. Much better than trying to figure it out online. They also helped me completely revamp my resume which I think is why I finally got hired. Don't give up!

Just want to say I'm going through the exact same thing right now and it's TOUGH. My family also doesn't understand how unemployment works and thinks I'm just not trying hard enough to get benefits extended. The mental health toll of job searching with no income is real. Hang in there.

One more thing to consider - sometimes people qualify for a different type of claim than they initially thought. For example, if you worked for a federal employer or across multiple states, you might be eligible for a different type of claim. Or if you were misclassified as a contractor when you were actually an employee. It's worth speaking directly with ESD to explore ALL possibilities before assuming you're out of options.