Disaster Recovery

Apply for Benefits

Reemployment assistance benefits, formerly known as unemployment compensation, can be filed online using Reconnect.

Request Benefit Payment

After applying for benefits, you need to request benefit payment in Reconnect on a biweekly basis.
To claim your weeks, click here to log in to the Reconnect system, and be sure to follow the steps included in the step-by-step guide here.

Adjudication

Your claim will be reviewed for potential issues such as your job separation, your availability, or your ability to work; this is called the adjudication process.

File an Appeal

If a determination is made to deny benefits, you may request an administrative hearing conducted by an appeal referee.

Claimant FAQs

A collection of the most frequently asked questions to help assist and guide you through the reemployment assistance program.

Informational Videos

The informational videos page was created to answer common questions and cover procedural information on all areas of the reemployment assistance program.

FloridaCommerce Reconnect Claimant Guide

Disaster Unemployment Assistance 1-800-385-3920

Disaster Unemployment Assistance Claimant Frequently Asked Questions

Reemployment Assistance For Employers

Employer FAQs