Coping With Unemployment

Losing your job is stressful - trying to deal with the situation alone can be intimidating. During this time it is important to reach out to your loved ones. Having a support system of friends and family will help you deal with your frustration and manage your stress.

Not only will your loved ones be a source of support and encouragement, but they can also assist in your job search. Many job openings today are never posted; instead they are filled through word of mouth. By staying connected to your friends and family, you increase your chances of networking with multiple employers and possibly even finding your next job.

Unemployment Checklist:
Talk to your family
File for unemployment
Register with IndianaCareerConnect.com
Update your resume
Post your resume on IndianaCareerConnect.com
and make sure it’s visible to employers
Explore skills training opportunities
Get job search assistance at your local
WorkOne Center

Download Free eBook: Resource Guide for the Unemployed

PDF format, 3MB, 21Pages.

Helpful Hints and Information for Unemployed Workers in Indiana.

Being unemployed is a traumatic life event, but luckily you don’t have to go through it alone.

The Indiana Department of Workforce Development, its WorkOne Centers and other government agencies are here to help you through this difficult time. We work together every day to assist unemployed Hoosiers and we provide a variety of services that you may be eligible to receive such as unemployment insurance benefits, state health insurance, housing assistance and more!

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