Need to escalate my ESD claim to governor's office - how to contact them?

Yes, you can definitely reach out to the governor's office for help with ESD issues! I had to do this last year after 8 weeks of adjudication with no answers. Here's how to contact them: 1. Call the Governor's Office at 360-902-4111 (Monday-Friday, 8am-5pm) 2. Email through their contact form: https://www.governor.wa.gov/contact/contact/send-gov-inslee-e-message 3. You can also try your state legislators who often have staff dedicated to helping with unemployment issues: https://app.leg.wa.gov/districtfinder When you contact them, be super specific about your situation - how long you've been waiting, how many times you've contacted ESD, and the specific financial hardship you're facing. Make sure you have your claim ID ready.

i tried the governers office and they just sent me back to ESD lol. complete waste of time imo. they don't actually care about us regular people. better off trying your state rep, they helped me more

Before you go to the governor's office, have you tried the ESD escalation process? From my experience working with unemployment claimants, you should: 1. Submit a request for escalation through your eServices portal 2. Specifically note in your message that you're facing imminent eviction and vehicle repossession (this flags your claim for hardship priority) 3. Call the claims center at 800-318-6022 and specifically ask to speak with a claims specialist or supervisor about a hardship situation The governor's office can help, but they typically just route your case back to ESD with a priority flag. You might save time by using the hardship escalation process directly with ESD first.

Have you tried using Claimyr to get through to ESD? I was in a similar situation (stuck in adjudication for 7 weeks) and couldn't get through on the phone. I found this service called Claimyr that got me through to an actual ESD agent in about 20 minutes instead of trying to call for days. They have a video showing how it works: https://youtu.be/7DieNd3C7zQ?si=26TzE_zGms-DODN3 Their website is claimyr.com - basically they call ESD and navigate the phone tree for you, then connect you when they get a representative. Saved me so much frustration and the agent I finally spoke with was able to clear my adjudication on the spot. Might be worth trying before going up to the governor level.

THE WHOLE SYSTEM IS DESIGNED TO MAKE YOU GIVE UP!!!! I waited 14 WEEKS in adjudication before I finally got paid. ESD is a complete disaster and they DON'T CARE about people losing homes and cars!!! I contacted my state senator, representative, the governor, even tried the media. You know what finally worked? I filed a complaint with the state ombudsman office AND threatened legal action for unreasonable delay. SUDDENLY my claim was processed in 48 hours. Funny how that works!!!!! Ombudsman contact: https://ombud.wa.gov/

My neighbor had the same problem last month. She contacted our state representative and had her claim fixed in like a week. I'll ask her for the contact info when I see her tomorrow. hang in there!!

Update to my previous comment: When contacting the governor's office or your legislators, make sure you sign the privacy release form they'll send you. They can't access your specific claim information without your signed permission due to privacy laws. This is often what delays getting help - people don't return the forms quickly. Also, to be honest, your state representatives are often more effective than the governor's office because they have dedicated constituent services staff who handle ESD issues regularly. I'd recommend trying both approaches simultaneously.

I'm so sorry you're going through this - the stress of potential eviction and car repossession on top of the unemployment situation must be overwhelming. Based on what others have shared, it sounds like you have several good options to try simultaneously: 1. Contact your state legislators (they seem to have the best track record based on the responses here) 2. File with the state ombudsman office 3. Reach out to the governor's office as a backup One thing I'd add - when you contact any of these offices, consider writing a brief timeline document with dates of all your calls/attempts, reference numbers, and the specific hardship you're facing. Having everything organized in writing can help them understand the urgency and gives them concrete details to reference when they follow up on your behalf. Also, definitely try multiple approaches at once rather than waiting for one to work before trying another. Time is clearly critical in your situation. Keep us posted on what works - your experience could help others in similar situations.

I'm really sorry you're dealing with this nightmare situation - being stuck in adjudication for 3 months while facing eviction and car repossession is absolutely devastating. From what I've seen work for others in similar situations, here's what I'd recommend doing all at the same time (don't wait for one to work before trying the others): **Immediate actions:** - Contact your state legislators through https://app.leg.wa.gov/districtfinder - they seem to have the best success rate based on the comments here - File a complaint with the state ombudsman at https://ombud.wa.gov/ - Call the governor's office at 360-902-4111 and submit through their online form **Key tips from others' experiences:** - Make sure to mention you've already tried the standard ESD escalation process without success - Emphasize the imminent eviction/repossession timeline - this flags your case for hardship priority - Have your claim ID ready and document all your previous attempts with dates - When they send privacy release forms, return them immediately (this is often what delays help) **Consider also:** - Try calling ESD early morning (like 7:45 AM) right when they open - sometimes easier to get through - Document everything for potential legal action if needed You shouldn't have to choose between rent and food while waiting for a system that's supposed to help you. Keep fighting and don't give up - you deserve better than this. Please update us on what works!

I'm really sorry you're dealing with this - 3 months in adjudication while facing eviction is absolutely unacceptable. Based on what I've seen work for others in similar situations, here's what I'd recommend trying simultaneously: **Most effective approaches (based on the responses here):** 1. Contact your state legislators immediately - they seem to have the best success rate and dedicated staff for ESD issues 2. File with the state ombudsman office (https://ombud.wa.gov/) - this can often expedite things 3. Governor's office as backup (360-902-4111) **Critical tips:** - When you contact any office, emphasize that you've already tried ESD's escalation process without success - Mention the specific timeline for eviction/repossession - this flags your case for hardship priority - Have your claim ID ready and document all previous attempts with dates - Return any privacy release forms IMMEDIATELY (delays often happen here) **Also worth trying:** - Call ESD at exactly 7:45 AM when they open - lines are less busy - Create a timeline document with all your attempts, dates, and reference numbers Don't try just one approach - do them all at once since time is critical. The system is broken, but there are people who can help cut through the bureaucracy. You shouldn't have to face homelessness while waiting for benefits you're entitled to. Keep fighting and please update us on what works!

I'm so sorry you're going through this - being stuck in adjudication for 3 months while facing eviction and repossession is absolutely devastating. I went through something similar last year and know how helpless it feels. From reading all the responses here, it looks like you have some solid options to pursue simultaneously. I'd especially echo what others said about contacting your state legislators - they really do seem to have the best track record for getting ESD to actually act on stuck claims. One additional resource that might help: if you're facing imminent eviction, contact 211 (dial 2-1-1) for emergency rental assistance programs in your area. Many counties still have pandemic-related funds available that can buy you some time while you get your unemployment sorted out. Also check if your utility companies have hardship programs - most will work with you if you call before services get shut off. The early morning calling tip is spot on too - I had much better luck getting through to ESD between 7:45-8:15 AM before the lines got completely jammed. You're doing everything right by fighting this. The system is broken but you deserve those benefits. Please keep us updated on what works - your experience could really help others in similar situations. Hang in there!

I'm so sorry you're dealing with this incredibly stressful situation - 3 months in adjudication while facing eviction is absolutely unacceptable. Reading through all these responses, it's clear you have several promising paths to pursue simultaneously. Based on everyone's experiences here, I'd strongly recommend the multi-pronged approach others have outlined: **Immediate priority actions:** - Contact your state legislators (seems to have the highest success rate based on the comments) - File with the state ombudsman office - Try calling ESD at exactly 7:45 AM when they open - multiple people mentioned this timing works better **Key documentation tip:** Create that timeline document tonight with all your previous attempts, dates, reference numbers, and specific hardship details. Having this organized will help when you contact legislators and other offices. **Additional support while you wait:** Definitely call 211 for emergency rental assistance as Carmen suggested - many areas still have pandemic relief funds that could buy you crucial time. The fact that you've already tried 47 calls and the standard escalation process shows you've done everything right. This isn't your fault - the system is broken. But there are people who can cut through the bureaucracy, and based on what others shared, legislators seem to be your best bet for getting actual movement on your claim. You shouldn't have to choose between housing and food while waiting for benefits you're entitled to. Keep fighting - you've got a whole community rooting for you here. Please update us on what works!

I'm really sorry you're going through this nightmare - 3 months in adjudication while facing eviction is absolutely unacceptable. Based on everyone's experiences shared here, it sounds like you have a solid multi-pronged action plan forming. One thing I wanted to add that I haven't seen mentioned yet: if you do end up needing to escalate further, consider reaching out to local news stations. Many have consumer advocacy segments that cover ESD delays, and sometimes media attention can get claims moving when other methods haven't worked. KING 5, KOMO, and other local stations have done stories on ESD issues before. Also, when you're documenting everything for your legislators and ombudsman complaint, make sure to include the specific impact on your daily life - not just "facing eviction" but "eviction notice received on [date], final notice due [date]" etc. The more specific you can be about timelines and consequences, the more urgency it conveys. You've clearly exhausted all the normal channels and are taking all the right steps now. The early morning calling strategy combined with the legislative outreach seems to be your best bet based on what others have shared. Hang in there - you shouldn't have to fight this hard for benefits you're entitled to, but you're doing everything right. Please keep us posted on your progress!

I'm so sorry you're dealing with this incredibly frustrating and stressful situation. Three months in adjudication while facing eviction and car repossession is absolutely unacceptable, and you shouldn't have to fight this hard for benefits you're entitled to. Based on all the great advice shared here, it looks like you have a solid action plan. I'd especially echo what others have said about trying multiple approaches simultaneously rather than waiting for one to work: **High priority contacts:** - Your state legislators (find them at https://app.leg.wa.gov/districtfinder) - they seem to have the best success rate - State ombudsman office (https://ombud.wa.gov/) - Governor's office as backup (360-902-4111) **Key timing tips from others:** - Call ESD at exactly 7:45 AM when they open - several people mentioned this works better - Return any privacy release forms immediately when you get them **Additional support while you wait:** - Call 211 for emergency rental assistance programs - Contact utility companies about hardship programs before services get shut off One thing I'd add: when you contact these offices, consider mentioning that you found this discussion thread where multiple people have shared similar experiences with months-long delays. It shows this is a systemic issue affecting many people, not just an isolated case. You're clearly doing everything right, and the fact that so many people here have offered concrete help shows you're not alone in this fight. Please keep us updated on what works - your experience could really help others facing similar situations. Hang in there!

I'm really heartened to see how much support and concrete advice you've gotten here - this community is amazing! Based on everyone's experiences, it sounds like you have a comprehensive action plan that should give you the best chance of success. One small thing I'd add to your early morning ESD calling strategy: if you can't get through at 7:45 AM, try again around 11:45 AM right before lunch - sometimes there's a brief window when call volume drops. Also, when you do get through to someone, immediately ask them to document in your file that you've been waiting 3 months and are facing imminent eviction/repossession. Sometimes having that urgency notation in your file can help the next person who looks at your case. You've clearly exhausted all the normal channels and are taking all the right steps now. The combination of legislative outreach, ombudsman filing, and early morning ESD calls seems to be your best bet based on everyone's shared experiences here. I really hope one of these approaches breaks through for you soon. You shouldn't have to choose between housing and food while waiting for benefits you're entitled to. Please keep us posted - your experience will definitely help others who find themselves in similar situations. We're all rooting for you!

I'm so sorry you're going through this nightmare situation. Reading through all the excellent advice here, it's clear you now have a solid multi-pronged strategy that gives you the best chance of success. One additional resource I wanted to mention: if you're a veteran, contact your county's Veterans Service Office - they often have direct lines to ESD and can expedite claims for veterans facing hardship. Even if you're not a veteran, some counties have general advocacy services that can help with ESD issues. Also, when you're preparing your documentation for legislators and the ombudsman, consider including a brief summary of the financial impact - how much you've lost in benefits during these 3 months of delay, late fees you've incurred, etc. Sometimes putting a dollar figure on the harm caused by the delay helps emphasize the urgency. The fact that you've tried 47 times and exhausted the standard escalation process shows incredible persistence. You shouldn't have to fight this hard for benefits you're entitled to, but your determination is admirable. Based on everyone's experiences here, the legislative route combined with the ombudsman filing seems to offer the best hope for breaking through the bureaucracy. Please do keep us updated on what works - your experience will be invaluable for others facing similar situations. We're all pulling for you!

I'm really sorry you're dealing with this incredibly stressful situation - three months in adjudication while facing eviction and car repossession is absolutely unacceptable. Reading through all the responses here, it's amazing to see how much concrete help and support this community has provided. Based on everyone's shared experiences, you now have a really solid action plan: **Tomorrow's strategy:** - 7:45 AM ESD call (and 11:45 AM backup if needed) - Contact your state legislators simultaneously - File with the state ombudsman office - Call 211 for emergency rental assistance - Have all your documentation organized with specific dates and impacts **Key things to remember:** - Return any privacy release forms immediately - Ask ESD to document the urgency/hardship in your file - Mention you've exhausted standard escalation processes - Consider the media angle if other approaches don't work quickly The fact that multiple people here have had success with legislative intervention gives me real hope for your situation. You've shown incredible persistence through 47 phone calls and months of runaround - you shouldn't have to fight this hard for benefits you're entitled to, but you're doing everything right. Please keep us updated on what works! Your experience navigating this broken system could be incredibly valuable for others who find themselves in similar situations. The whole community is rooting for you - hang in there!

I'm so sorry you're going through this incredibly difficult situation. Three months in adjudication while facing eviction and car repossession is absolutely heartbreaking, and you shouldn't have to fight this hard for benefits you're legally entitled to. Reading through all the amazing advice everyone has shared here, it's clear you now have a comprehensive battle plan that gives you the best shot at success. The combination of early morning ESD calls (7:45 AM sharp!), simultaneous legislative outreach, ombudsman filing, and emergency assistance through 211 seems like your strongest approach based on everyone's real experiences. What really stands out to me is how many people have emphasized doing ALL of these approaches at the same time rather than trying one and waiting. Time is clearly critical in your situation, and casting a wide net makes total sense. I'd also suggest keeping a detailed log of every contact you make tomorrow - who you spoke with, when, what they said, any reference numbers. This documentation trail will be super valuable as you follow up with different offices and could be crucial if you need to escalate further. The fact that multiple people here have had success breaking through similar situations with legislative help gives me real hope for you. Your persistence through 47 phone calls shows incredible strength - don't give up now when you have such a solid action plan. Please update us on what happens! Your experience could be a lifeline for the next person facing this nightmare. We're all pulling for you - you've got this! 💪