B UNCE BACK
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California Unemployment Resource Center

Bounce Back From Job Loss, Together.

Access verified California EDD forms, state support programs, legal referrals, and peer community support during your career transition.

✅ Daily Transition Checklist

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Stay organized and track your weekly unemployment tasks.

🏛️ Essential California Resources

Official State Tool

CA EDD Online Portal

File new claims, certify for bi-weekly benefits, and manage your SDI/UI debit account.

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Guide & Form

EDD Appeal Form (DE 1000M)

Step-by-step guidance on how to submit an appeal if your unemployment benefits were denied.

Download Form DE 1000M ↗
Food Assistance

GetCalFresh.org

Apply for EBT / food stamps in under 10 minutes. CalFresh helps cover monthly groceries while job hunting.

Apply on GetCalFresh ↗
Peer Network

California Peer Discussion Board

Ask EDD questions, share claim timelines, and send encouragement to peers in California.

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All-Access Pass & Free Assistance

Affordable membership paired with 100% free state-funded healthcare & legal referrals.

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Free Legal Aid Referrals

Direct referrals to California legal non-profits and worker advocate organizations for EDD claim appeal support.

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Bounce Back All-Access

Unlimited community access, ATS Resume optimization tools, priority referral matches, and career rebuilding guides.

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Mental Health Counseling

100% free counseling options available through COBRA continuity, Medi-Cal, or Covered California programs.