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Also consider volunteering while you job search. It can help with networking and gives you something productive to put on your resume during this gap.
I hadn't thought about volunteering but that's actually a really good idea. Might help with networking too.
Exactly, and it shows you're staying active and engaged even during unemployment. Employers like to see that.
I'm in a similar situation - my benefits end in about a month and I'm getting anxious about what comes next. From reading everyone's responses, it sounds like the key is to start applying for assistance programs NOW before the benefits actually run out. I'm going to look into WorkSource Washington, SNAP benefits, and see what my county offers. Also going to try that Claimyr service since getting through to ESD seems impossible otherwise. Thanks everyone for sharing your experiences - it helps to know I'm not alone in this.
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Have you checked if you might qualify for Disaster Unemployment Assistance (DUA) if there were any declared disasters in your area during your unemployment period? It's a long shot but worth looking into. Also, some credit unions offer emergency loans or hardship programs for members - if you belong to one, give them a call. The interest rates are usually much better than credit cards or payday loans if you need to bridge the gap.
Great point about credit unions! I actually am a member of BECU but hadn't thought about asking them for hardship options. That could definitely be a better alternative than maxing out credit cards. The DUA thing is interesting too - we did have some flooding in my area earlier this year but I'm not sure if it was officially declared a disaster. Worth researching though, thanks for the suggestion!
I went through this exact same situation about 8 months ago. Here's what I wish I had known earlier: 1) Apply for SNAP and any local assistance programs NOW, not when your benefits end - there's often a processing delay. 2) Reach out to your state representative's office - they sometimes have emergency assistance funds or can connect you with resources you didn't know existed. 3) Check with local churches and nonprofits even if you're not religious - many have emergency assistance programs with no strings attached. 4) Look into plasma donation if you're eligible - it's not much but can provide some regular income while job hunting. The transition off unemployment is scary but you'll get through it. Start applying these backup plans now so they're in place when you need them.
This is incredibly helpful advice, thank you! I didn't realize state reps might have emergency funds available - that's definitely worth looking into. The plasma donation idea is smart too, I never considered that as an option. You're right about applying for everything now rather than waiting. I think I was in denial about my timeline but need to be more proactive. It's reassuring to hear from someone who went through the same thing and came out okay on the other side.
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That's such great news Derek! I'm going through the exact same thing right now - been stuck in ID verification limbo for 4 weeks. Your update gives me hope that there's actually a solution. I'm definitely going to try calling that technical support line first thing Monday morning. It's so frustrating that the system can get stuck like that even when everything is properly verified. Really appreciate you coming back to share what worked - posts like yours are what make this community so valuable for people dealing with ESD nightmares!
@Derek Olson Your success story is exactly what I needed to hear right now! I ve'been stuck in the same ID verification nightmare for about 3 weeks and was starting to lose hope. The fact that your verification was actually complete but just stuck in a processing queue makes me wonder if that s'what s'happening to mine too. I m'definitely calling that technical support line Monday - hopefully I can get the same kind of help you did. Thanks for taking the time to update us on what worked, it really helps to know there s'light at the end of this tunnel!
I'm dealing with this exact same situation right now - going on week 3 of being stuck in pending after ID verification. Reading through all these responses gives me both hope and frustration. It's crazy that so many people are experiencing the same issue with what should be a straightforward process. I'm going to try the technical support line approach that helped Derek, and maybe contact my WorkSource office too. Has anyone had luck with the escalation request using the "Hardship due to delayed identity verification" phrase that Jabari-Jo mentioned? I'm documenting everything now in case I need to file an appeal later. Thanks to everyone sharing their experiences - it helps to know we're not alone in this mess!
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Bottom line: file your claim regardless of how you lost your job. Let Washington ESD make the determination rather than assuming you don't qualify. The worst they can say is no, but you might be surprised and get approved.
You're absolutely right. I'm going to file my claim today. Thanks everyone for all the helpful advice and encouragement!
Good luck with your claim! Keep us posted on how it goes.
Just to add another data point - I was terminated for "not meeting expectations" after 3 years at my company. Never had any disciplinary actions or warnings in my file. Filed for unemployment immediately and was approved within a week with no issues. My employer didn't even contest it. The key distinction Washington ESD makes is whether you were fired for willful misconduct versus just not being able to perform the job to their standards. Performance issues alone usually don't disqualify you from benefits. Don't let the fear of being denied stop you from applying - you've paid into this system and deserve to use it when you need it!
This is exactly what I needed to hear! Three years with no disciplinary actions definitely sounds like my situation. I've been with my company for two years and never had any write-ups either. Really appreciate you sharing your experience - it's giving me confidence that I'm making the right decision to file. The whole "willful misconduct" distinction makes so much sense now.
Thanks for sharing this! Your situation sounds really similar to mine - no formal warnings or write-ups, just vague "performance issues." It's reassuring to hear from someone who actually went through it successfully. I was worried that any kind of firing would automatically disqualify me, but the willful misconduct distinction makes total sense. Definitely filing my claim today after reading all these responses!
Eli Wang
Keep checking your SecureAccess Washington account too, not just for the determination letter but in case they need additional documentation from you. Sometimes they request more info and if you miss it, it delays everything even more.
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Lucy Taylor
•I've been checking regularly but haven't seen any requests for additional info. I guess that's a good sign?
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Eli Wang
•Usually yes, if they needed something they would have asked by now. Sounds like your claim is just working through the normal process.
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Anastasia Fedorov
I'm going through the exact same thing right now - filed my claim 6 weeks ago after being laid off and still no determination letter. My status just says "pending" and I can't file weekly claims yet either. It's so stressful not knowing if I'll be approved or when any money might come. I've been checking my account obsessively but nothing changes. Reading through all these responses is actually making me feel a bit better knowing I'm not the only one dealing with these long wait times. Sounds like 6-8 weeks might be the new normal unfortunately.
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Mia Green
•I completely understand that obsessive checking feeling! I'm doing the same thing - refreshing my account multiple times a day hoping something will change. It's reassuring to see from other people's experiences that even 8-9 weeks isn't necessarily a red flag, just the reality of how backed up the system is right now. Have you considered trying that Claimyr service that several people mentioned? I'm starting to think it might be worth it just to get some actual information about what's happening with our claims instead of staring at "pending" forever.
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