MI Federal Unemployment Assistance Ends, But Other Options Remain

Detroit MI

25 August, 2021

4:24 PM

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MICHIGAN—Although federal unemployment benefits will end on September 4, the Michigan Department of Labor and Economic Opportunity is reminding residents that the the state has several programs and services to assist in their search for a job or other help. Since the inception of the expanded federal unemployment benefits in March 2020, more than 2.4 million Michigan residents have received more than $38 billion in unemployment benefits, the news released said. "These federal programs provided much needed financial relief to those who experienced job losses as a result of the pandemic," Liza Estlund Olson, the acting director of the Michigan Unemployment Insurance Agency, said in the news release. "We want to make sure Michiganders who have been receiving these temporary benefits are aware of other resources available to help them get back on their feet and find new employment opportunities." Here are some additional resources to assist those in need: Pure Michigan Talent Connect at MITalent.org is a free job search resource that lists more than 90,000 jobs currently available in Michigan.The Michigan Return to Work Playbook is an online portal that features job readiness and industry/job specific resources as well as resources to support specific individuals (such as veterans or individuals with disabilities).Career exploration, resume assistance, interview skills, classroom and on-the-job-training, virtual and in-person job fairs and more are provided through a local Michigan Works! service center. Call 800-285-WORKS or visit michiganworks.org.Apply for health care coverage, food and cash assistance, and more using the Michigan Department of Health and Human Services' MI Bridges system, which also lists helpful state and local resources.