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For what it's worth, I contacted Washington ESD through Claimyr when I had PIN issues and they were able to help me set up online access properly instead of just resending the PIN. Sometimes talking to an actual person helps you find better solutions.
That's smart - getting help with the online system instead of just relying on the phone method.
Exactly. The agents can walk you through the online setup which is much more useful long-term.
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don't forget that unemployment benefits might affect other benefits you're getting like food stamps or housing assistance. the extra income could push you over eligibility limits for some programs
oh crap i didn't think about that. do i need to report unemployment to DSHS right away?
Yeah you should report any income changes to other benefit programs within 10 days usually. Check the rules for your specific programs.
Final tip: keep detailed records of everything related to your unemployment claim. Benefit amounts, job search activities, any correspondence with ESD. If there are ever issues or audits you'll need that documentation.
Good advice. I keep a folder with everything unemployment related. Has saved me multiple times when ESD asked for proof of something.
thanks everyone for all the helpful info! going to file my claim this weekend and see what happens. wish me luck
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My advice is to be patient but persistent. Set reminders to check your account regularly, respond to any requests immediately, and keep detailed records of everything. The waiting is the hardest part but most people do eventually get approved.
Good advice about keeping records. I've been screenshotting everything just in case.
One last thing - if you do end up needing to call Washington ESD for any reason, try calling right when they open or during lunch hours. Those seem to be the least busy times, though it's still challenging to get through.
Thanks for the timing tip! I'll keep that in mind if I need to call.
I've had better luck with the callback feature than sitting on hold, but even that can take days sometimes.
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Make sure you keep records of all your retraining activities and job search efforts. If Washington ESD ever questions your claim you'll want documentation showing you understood the industry shift and were actively adapting.
Good advice. I've been keeping track of applications but should probably also document the training courses and networking I'm doing.
Screenshots of online courses, certificates from workshops, emails from networking contacts - all of that can help show you're serious about transitioning.
thanks for posting this - I'm dealing with something similar in the hospitality industry. Good to know other people understand that sometimes whole job categories just go away
Yeah hospitality got hit really hard. What are you thinking of transitioning to?
maybe something in healthcare support or logistics. need to research what training programs are available
Sophie Hernandez
the fact that churches can opt out but regular businesses cant is so unfair. my husband's construction company has to pay all these taxes but the megachurch down the street doesn't? makes no sense
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Lucas Kowalski
•Exactly! It's a huge loophole that screws over workers.
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Olivia Martinez
•I get the frustration but it's been established law for decades. First Amendment protections and all that.
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Daniela Rossi
OP, definitely don't give up. File your claim anyway and let Washington ESD do their research. You might be surprised what they find in their wage database. And if you need to talk to them about it, that Claimyr service people mentioned is legit - my sister used it last month.
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Emily Nguyen-Smith
•Thanks for the encouragement. I'm going to file and see what happens. Worst case scenario they just deny it, but at least I'll know for sure.
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Daniela Rossi
•That's the right attitude. You've got nothing to lose by trying.
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