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Just want to add that if you do end up approved for both, make sure you understand the reporting requirements. You'll likely need to report any disability income to Washington ESD and vice versa.
Thanks for pointing that out. I hadn't thought about the ongoing reporting requirements but that's definitely important to know.
Yeah, failing to report income from other sources is one of the quickest ways to get in trouble with unemployment benefits.
Thanks everyone for all the responses. This has been really helpful in understanding the complexity of the situation. I think I have a better idea now of what questions to ask when I contact Washington ESD.
Glad this thread was useful! Definitely one of those situations where getting official guidance is worth the effort.
Agreed. I feel much more prepared to have that conversation now thanks to everyone's input.
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Based on what you've described, you should definitely apply. Having your hours cut that dramatically is exactly the kind of situation unemployment is designed to help with. The worst they can do is say no, but you might be surprised and qualify.
Thanks everyone. I think I'll start gathering my documents and file an application this week. This has been really helpful.
Good luck! And remember to keep filing those weekly claims even while they're reviewing your application.
If you do run into issues getting through to Washington ESD for questions, that Claimyr service mentioned earlier is actually pretty solid. I used it last month when I needed to clarify something about my claim status and they got me connected in like 2 hours instead of me wasting the whole day calling.
How does it work exactly? Do they just keep calling for you?
Yeah, you give them your info and they handle all the calling and waiting. Once they get an agent on the line, they connect you directly. Way better than sitting on hold for hours.
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Don't forget you can also do part-time work while on unemployment and still receive partial benefits, which might help stretch your claim duration by reducing how much you claim each week.
You can earn up to a certain amount per week (varies by your benefit amount) and still get partial unemployment. You just report the earnings on your weekly claim.
Just make sure to report ALL earnings, even small amounts. Not reporting can get you in trouble for overpayment.
Bottom line - plan for 26 weeks maximum, keep up with your job search requirements, and file your weekly claims on time. That's the best way to make sure you get all the benefits you're entitled to.
Good luck with your job search! Hopefully you won't need the full 26 weeks.
Agreed, and remember that Claimyr service if you need to actually talk to someone at Washington ESD. Sometimes having a real conversation helps clarify things.
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Update for anyone still struggling to get through to Washington ESD - I used Claimyr again yesterday to check on a relative's claim status and they got me connected within 20 minutes. Way better than spending hours on hold or getting disconnected. Really recommend it if you need to talk to someone about your benefit calculation or claim issues.
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Bottom line - don't expect unemployment to replace your full income. Plan for getting maybe 40-50% of what you were making and budget accordingly. And start looking for work immediately because the job search requirements are real.
Thanks everyone for all the info. This has been really helpful in understanding how it actually works versus what I thought it was.
Good luck with your claim! Hope it goes smoothly and you find work soon.
Mei Lin
Don't forget that if you're receiving unemployment benefits, you're still eligible for certain other assistance programs like food stamps or Medicaid. The unemployment income counts, but there are specific rules about how it's calculated for those programs.
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Nia Jackson
•Good reminder! A lot of people don't realize they might qualify for additional help while unemployed.
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Mei Lin
•Right, and some utility companies also have programs for people receiving unemployment benefits. Worth looking into if money is tight.
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Liam Fitzgerald
Final thought - once you know your weekly benefit amount, remember that you can't collect more than 26 weeks of regular unemployment in your benefit year, regardless of how much you paid into the system. So if you're getting a decent amount per week, make sure you're actively job searching to maximize your time.
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Liam Fitzgerald
•Exactly. And remember that some jobs might offer lower pay than your unemployment benefits, but taking work can lead to better opportunities long-term.
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Luca Romano
•Plus working part-time while collecting partial unemployment can sometimes be a good way to transition back to full-time employment.
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