Disaster Unemployment Assistance - Washington Employment Security Department

For more information or assistance in applying, visit a local WorkSource office.

Eligibility

For people legally allowed to work in the US, applied for but do not qualify for regular unemployment benefits, and main income came from a job or self-employment in a disaster area.

Required documents

Proof of employment and income required.

(855) 952-9988

Voice

Website

https://esd.wa.gov/get-financial-help/federal-disaster-unemployment-assistance-dua-program?utm_medium=email&utm_source=govdelivery

Interpretation services

Spanish Language

Application process

Apply online, call, or visit a WorkSource location for assistance.

Service area

Whatcom County, WA

Financial unemployment assistance for individuals who lost work due to a federally declared natural disaster. May be applicable for people who otherwise would not qualify for regular unemployment insurance.

What's Here

Disaster Response Natural Disaster Survivor Unemployment Benefits

Providing organization

Washington Employment Security Department

State department focused on providing people equitable access to resources that improve economic security.