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At $18/hour, you'd hit your weekly benefit limit pretty fast. If your WBA is $500, that's about 28 hours max. But you also have to stay under 32 hours for the availability requirement. So realistically, you're looking at 25-28 hours max.
That's actually perfect for what I need. Thank you for doing the math!
Just remember to factor in any other income too, like gig work or side jobs.
The bottom line is Washington ESD wants you to work, but they don't want you to become dependent on partial benefits. The rules are designed to push you toward full-time employment. Keep that in mind when planning your hours.
That makes sense. I'm hoping this part-time work leads to full-time eventually.
That's the ideal outcome. Use the part-time work as a stepping stone, not a permanent solution.
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If you're really strapped for cash, you might want to look into gig work or temporary jobs while waiting. Just make sure to report any income on your weekly claims.
I was thinking about that. Do I need to report even small amounts like $50 from a one-day gig?
Yes, report everything. Washington ESD will reduce your benefits based on what you earn, but it's better than getting hit with an overpayment later.
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don't forget about food banks and community resources while you're job hunting
Good point. I should probably look into those before I really need them.
211 is a good number to call for local assistance programs
To summarize the main options when regular UI exhausts: 1) Double-check you've used all 26 weeks, 2) Look into WorkSource retraining programs, 3) Apply for other assistance like SNAP, 4) Consider part-time work with possible partial UI, 5) Check for local emergency assistance programs. Extended Benefits aren't currently available in Washington.
Great summary. The key is to start exploring options before benefits actually end rather than waiting.
Wish someone had told me about these options when my benefits ran out 6 months ago!
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One more thing - if you get a letter about any kind of hearing or appeal deadline, take it seriously! Those deadlines are firm and if you miss them you lose your chance to fight any negative decisions.
Hopefully I won't need to deal with appeals, but good to know. Thanks for all the help everyone!
Good luck with everything! The process seems overwhelming at first but it gets easier once you get into the routine. File that initial claim as soon as possible - you can't get benefits for weeks before you apply.
Definitely filing today. This thread has been incredibly helpful, thank you all so much!
Tobias Lancaster
UPDATE: Just filed my claim online. Thanks everyone for the encouragement and advice. Fingers crossed it goes smoothly but at least now I know what to expect if it doesn't.
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Everett Tutum
•You did the right thing. Remember to file your weekly claims even while it's being reviewed.
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Statiia Aarssizan
•Hope it works out better for you than it did for me. The process sucks but you might get lucky.
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Clarissa Flair
this whole thread is making me realize I should have applied when I got fired 3 months ago... ugh probably too late now
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Ezra Beard
•It's probably too late to get benefits for those past months, but you could still apply if you're still unemployed. Better late than never.
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Clarissa Flair
•yeah I found another job but it's part time and pays way less. so frustrating.
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