Waiting 5 weeks for ESD approval - facing eviction soon, need urgent help!

Unfortunately, 5 weeks isn't unusual these days. ESD is seriously backlogged with claims, especially if yours got flagged for adjudication for any reason. Did you get any notifications about identity verification or work history questions? Those typically cause longer delays. Have you checked your spam folder for emails from ESD?

omg same boat!!!!! ive been waiting 7 weeks now and they just keep saying "be patient" HOW??? my car insurance just got cancelled and now i cant even drive to interviews fml

I know this is stressful, but there are a few things you can try: 1. For your immediate eviction concern - contact your local housing authority or 211 for emergency rental assistance. Most counties have funds specifically for preventing eviction, especially if you're only $60 short. 2. For your ESD claim - You need to speak with an actual adjudicator. The regular representatives usually can't help much with stuck claims. Try contacting your state representative's office - they often have dedicated ESD liaisons who can escalate your case. 3. Check your account for any "Alert" or "Action Needed" indicators. Sometimes they're easy to miss but indicate why your claim is delayed. 4. Make sure you're still filing your weekly claims even while waiting for the initial determination. Hang in there - once approved, you'll get back pay for all eligible weeks.

When I was waiting for weeks like you, I finally got through to ESD using Claimyr. It's this service that basically waits on hold for you then calls when an agent is available. They have a video showing how it works: https://youtu.be/7DieNd3C7zQ?si=26TzE_zGms-DODN3 I was skeptical at first, but I was desperate after 3 weeks of trying to call myself. They got me through to an actual person who could see my claim was stuck because of an employer response issue. The agent fixed it on the spot and my payments started the next week. Worth checking out at claimyr.com if you're as desperate as I was!

I hate to be the bearer of bad news, but my claim took NINE WEEKS to process last year. The system is completely overwhelmed and understaffed. ESD doesn't care that we have bills to pay - they just hide behind their "processing times vary" excuse while people lose their homes. The only thing that finally worked for me was showing up IN PERSON at the WorkSource office and refusing to leave until someone helped me. Even then, it took another week after that. The phone system is designed to be a black hole.

did u check ur correspondence folder in ur esd account??? sometimes they send u letters asking for more info but dont email u about it!!! my friend missed one and it delayed his claim for like 2 months

Great catch on the correspondence folder! That's so common - ESD often sends important notices there without any email notification. Now that you've found what they need: 1. Upload the requested documents ASAP 2. Call ESD tomorrow (using whatever method works) and specifically tell them you just found and responded to their request 3. Ask them to note your account that you didn't receive notification and to expedite review of your documents When you do get through, politely request they check if your claim qualifies for hardship escalation due to your eviction risk. They don't advertise this option, but agents can flag accounts for expedited processing in dire circumstances.

my brother had same issue but his was cuz he had worked in oregon for 3 months of his base year and they had to verify with oregon employment department too. maybe if u worked in diff state thats holding it up?

UPDATE: Finally got through to ESD this morning! The agent confirmed they were waiting on those documents I just uploaded. She said once they review them (1-2 business days) my claim should process and I should see payments for all back weeks within 48 hours after that. I also called 211 and they're helping with emergency rent assistance for this month! Thank you all SO MUCH for your help - especially checking that correspondence folder, which was the key to everything!