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Final update from OP: My claim was approved! Took about 2 weeks and they did contact my former employer to verify. Thanks everyone for the advice about selecting layoff and providing documentation. Really helped me feel confident about my application.
Great news! This thread will probably help others in similar situations too.
Congrats! And remember, if you ever need to reach Washington ESD quickly about anything else, you know where to find help getting through their phone system.
Congratulations on getting approved! This is such a helpful thread for anyone dealing with confusing separation paperwork. The key takeaway seems to be: be honest about what actually happened (layoff due to business reasons), provide supporting documentation, and don't get hung up on whatever terminology your employer used. Washington ESD investigators are pretty good at sorting out the real situation from company paperwork language.
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Final practical advice: document everything, keep copies of all applications and correspondence, and don't be afraid to ask for help. There's no shame in using available resources - that's what they're there for.
Good reminder about documentation. I've been keeping records of my job search but should probably organize everything better.
Yes, and if you do end up applying for other benefits, having organized records will make the process much smoother.
I'm in a similar situation and this thread has been incredibly helpful. One thing I'd add is to check if your county has any emergency rental assistance programs - King County and several others still have funding available for people transitioning off unemployment. Also, some utility companies have hardship programs that can help with bills. The key is applying for everything you might qualify for before you actually need it, since most programs have waiting periods. Don't wait until you're behind on rent or utilities to reach out.
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Just remember that even if regular benefits end, keep filing your weekly claims until you're officially told to stop. Sometimes there are delays in processing extensions if they become available.
That's a good point. I'll keep filing until I get official word that benefits are ending.
I'm in a similar situation - my benefits end in about 5 weeks and I'm really worried about what happens next. From what I've gathered reading through everyone's responses, it sounds like Washington doesn't have automatic extensions right now, but there might be some state-specific programs depending on unemployment rates. The suggestion about using Claimyr to actually get through to someone at ESD seems really helpful since so many people are having trouble reaching them by phone. I'm also going to look into those WorkSource training programs and start researching local assistance options now rather than waiting until the last minute. Thanks everyone for sharing your experiences - it's scary but at least we're not going through this alone.
You're absolutely right about not waiting until the last minute - I wish I had started planning earlier instead of hoping something would work out. The Claimyr suggestion seems to be coming up a lot in this thread, so it might be worth trying if the regular phone lines keep failing us. I'm also going to start documenting all the local resources people have mentioned here like food banks and community assistance programs, just in case. It's definitely helpful to know we're all dealing with this together, even though the situation is really stressful.
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Thank you all for the helpful information! I'm going to apply for PFML this week and make sure to notify ESD when I stop my UI claim. I'll also prepare for a potential 3-week gap between benefits by setting aside some money. I'll have my doctor complete all the paperwork thoroughly to avoid delays. Really appreciate everyone sharing their experiences!
good luck with ur surgery! make sure u print EVERYTHING and take screenshots of when u submit stuff. the websites are always glitching and its good to have proof
One more tip that might help - when you call ESD to stop your UI claim, ask them to email you a confirmation that your claim has been stopped and the effective date. I didn't do this when I transitioned to PFML and later had to prove when I stopped claiming UI. Having that email would have saved me hours on the phone trying to get documentation. Also, if you're in construction, make sure your PFML application reflects any seasonal work patterns in your base year wages. Sometimes the automated system doesn't calculate benefits correctly for workers with irregular income, and you might need to request a manual review. Best of luck with your surgery and recovery!
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Good luck OP! The first payment is always the most nerve-wracking but it sounds like you're doing everything right.
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•Thank you! This whole thread has been so reassuring. Really appreciate everyone sharing their experiences.
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Hiroshi Nakamura
I went through the exact same thing last year! Filed my claim, saw "processed" status, but then had to wait what felt like forever for actual money. In my case, it was about 14 days from filing to first payment hitting my account. The "processed" status is actually a good sign - it means they've approved your initial claim and you're in the system. Just keep doing those weekly claims religiously because if you miss one, it can really mess things up. I know the bills piling up part is stressful, but based on your timeline you should see something very soon. Hang in there!
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