Your Next Skill: How to find financial and unemployment assistance
Find resources for learning how to find financial and unemployment assistance. Below are several different websites which may help you learn how to find financial help and file for unemployment benefits.
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Unemployment Benefits | Washington State Employment Security Department
If you have lost your job in Washington State through no fault of your own, you can apply for unemployment benefits through the Washington State Employment Security Department. This webpage provides steps that will help guide you through the process of filing for unemployment benefits.
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King County 2-1-1
If you need emergency help with food, housing, or other services, contact King County Crisis Connections (dial 2-1-1 or text your zip code to 877-211-9274). King County 2-1-1 connects people to the help they need and provides the most comprehensive information on health and human services in King County. Whether it's for housing assistance, help with financial needs, or to find the location of the nearest food bank.
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The Unemployment Law Project (ULP)
The Unemployment Law Project (ULP) advocates for workers in Washington State to advance their economic security during periods of unemployment. The ULP also pursues legislative, regulatory, and policy changes to hold government agencies and employers accountable, thereby strengthening equitable practices for unemployed workers. With offices in Seattle and Spokane, Washington, they offer services to anyone with a Washington State claim.
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If I can't pay my mortgage loan, what are my options? | Consumer Financial Protection Bureau
If you don’t have enough money to pay your rent or mortgage, contact your lender or landlord immediately. Help includes: Washington Homeownership Hotline (877-894-HOME) Rental assistance & counseling (800-569-4287)
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Energy Assistance Programs | The Washington Utilities and Transportation Commission (UTC)
If you need help paying your utility bills, contact your service provider immediately. Seattle City Light, Seattle Public Utilities, Puget Sound Energy, and most city-run utilities in King County will not shut off service during the emergency. Most utilities also offer assistance programs for people in need. The Utilities and Transportation Commission offers energy assistance programs. The federal government offers assistance programs to help with telephone and heating bills. Comcast is offering free WiFi hot spots, unlimited data, and no disconnects or late fees.
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