IDES Informational Zoom Meeting on Unemployment Benefits

Worried about when your unemployment benefits may run out? Did you know that you may be eligible to continue receiving your benefits while going back to school to learn a new trade or career?

The Illinois Department of Employment Security (IDES) and the Decatur Illinois workNet Center’s Business Service Team invites you to an informational workshop. (Please note: this counts as an unemployment work search activity)

What: Virtual Zoom Informational Meeting
When: 9:30 to 10:30 AM | Thursday, May 6, 2021
How: Call 217-875-8751 for the Zoom invitation link
Where: Call in from your own personal computer, tablet or phone.

This event is sponsored by IDES and the Decatur Illinois workNet Center’s Business Service Team.

Here are some topics that will be covered:

  • Finding good-paying, local jobs
  • Transferring existing skills to other jobs/careers
  • Continuing unemployment benefits while learning a new trade/career
  • Learning what training is available and how it may be paid for
  • Availability of community assistance during difficult times
  • Other FREE resources are available at your local Illinois workNet Center

Call 217-875-8751 for your Zoom Invitation Now.