I applied for unemployment in Arizona back in November 2025, and it's been a frustrating journey as a first-timer. After submitting my application, I waited two weeks before a worker contacted me to correct some errors in my documents. I asked what my next steps were, but they seemed unsure and couldn't provide any guidance since they weren't in that department. Feeling lost, I turned to local Facebook groups for help, where I was advised to visit in person for assistance. When I went to the office in Coolidge, the security guard informed me that the front desk only handles food stamps and cash assistance, which left me feeling even more confused and discouraged. My husband is currently the sole breadwinner, and as a stay-at-home mom, I'm anxious about our financial situation. My benefits are set to expire next month, but my claim status is still stuck in Step 3, indicating it’s under review. Yesterday, I finally connected with someone who had experience navigating the unemployment system, but they weren't an official worker—just another person who had gone through the process. I'm worried about not receiving the remaining balance of my benefits after they expire on November 14th. I'm considering filing a new claim, but I fear it might be denied since I haven't been able to meet the job search requirements over the past 48 weeks due to the challenges I've faced.