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One last tip - if you run into any issues during the application process or afterward, don't hesitate to call Washington ESD for help. Yeah, it can be hard to get through, but the agents are usually pretty helpful once you reach them. Or try that Claimyr thing if the regular phone lines aren't working.
Claimyr really does work well. I was skeptical at first but it saved me so much frustration trying to reach Washington ESD the normal way.
I'll definitely keep that in mind if I need to talk to someone about my claim. Thanks again everyone!
Just wanted to add that if you're still employed but expecting a layoff, you can't file for unemployment until you're actually unemployed. I made that mistake thinking I could get ahead of it when my company announced layoffs were coming in a few weeks. Washington ESD told me I had to wait until my last day of work to file. Also, make sure you keep documentation of your layoff - termination letter, final paycheck stub, etc. It can help speed up the verification process.
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UPDATE: I went to my local WorkSource office this morning with my driver's license and SS card. The staff there were really helpful and called ESD on their direct line. They verified my identity and unsuspended my account while I waited! I was able to log in and file my new claim as soon as I got home. For anyone with the same issue - definitely try the WorkSource office route. Way easier than battling the phone system.
That's great news! I wish I'd known about the WorkSource option when I was dealing with this. Glad you got it sorted out!
wow thats super helpful to know!! gonna tell my friend who has been trying to call for days!!!
This is such valuable information! I'm bookmarking this thread because I have a feeling a lot of people are going to run into this same issue as more companies do layoffs. It's really helpful to know that WorkSource offices have direct lines to ESD - that seems like the best kept secret for actually getting help with account issues. Thanks to everyone who shared their experiences and solutions!
Absolutely! This thread should be pinned or something - the WorkSource direct line trick is gold. I've been dealing with ESD issues on and off for years and never knew they had that backdoor access. Really shows how much easier things could be if ESD just communicated these options better on their website instead of making everyone figure it out through trial and error.
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One last tip - if you do get an extension approved, double check that your direct deposit info is still current. Sometimes there are delays if banking info has changed.
Good thinking! I'll make sure all my account details are up to date.
Yes, and make sure your address is current too for any notices they might send.
Just to add another perspective - I went through this exact situation about 6 months ago. The most important thing is to stay on top of your weekly claims and keep detailed records of everything. Even if you're not sure about extension eligibility, Washington ESD can sometimes backdate benefits if there were delays in processing. Also, don't forget that while you're waiting to hear about extensions, you can still apply for jobs through WorkSource and they have some good training programs that might help improve your prospects. The waiting is definitely the hardest part, but keeping all your documentation organized will help if you do qualify for any programs.
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Update on my situation - finally got through to Washington ESD and confirmed no extended benefits are available right now. But the agent helped me file a new claim based on my part-time work from earlier this year. Should know within a week if it's approved.
I used that Claimyr service someone mentioned - took about 2 hours instead of me calling all week. Definitely worth it for something this important.
I think I'm going to try that too. Thanks for the update!
I'm in a similar boat - my benefits are ending next month and I've been stressing about it. Based on what everyone's saying here, it sounds like I should focus on checking if I qualify for a new claim rather than waiting for extended benefits that probably won't be available. Did some freelance work earlier this year, so maybe that'll help. The Claimyr service keeps coming up in these discussions - might be worth trying since getting through to ESD normally seems impossible. Thanks everyone for sharing your experiences, it's really helpful to know I'm not alone in this situation.
Isabella Ferreira
Quick question - does anyone know if the 26 weeks includes holidays when ESD offices are closed? Like do those weeks still count against your total?
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NebulaNinja
•The 26 weeks is based on benefit weeks claimed, not calendar weeks. So if ESD processing is delayed due to holidays, it doesn't count against your total as long as you file your weekly claim on time.
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Ravi Sharma
Thanks everyone for the clear info. This is exactly what I needed to know about Washington unemployment duration. Way more helpful than trying to navigate the ESD website!
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Freya Thomsen
•Glad this thread helped! Good luck with your job search.
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