For those in Minnesota whom took the VRSP in 2025 were you also able to get unemployment?
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It varies by State. WI allows unemployment for VRSP. They review just make sure you tell them you had no other options either VRSP or layoff and VRSP was better. It’s lump sum. Do WI people can claim unemployment as of March 1st based on the questions on the unemployment site your answering correctly per week.
@OP call MN UE and ask them specifically. Don’t trust UHC and that vague “we will not contest it”. They don’t have the final say, the state does. Last thing you want to do is risk your future on advice from people anonymous commenters.
@b3 In 2025 they laid off people early that took the VRSP. When you contact Unemployment to file your claim just say you were laid off which is the truth. I received my Unemployment right away even though I took the VRSP.
@bg Don't trust them.
Best to actually call the unemployment office and ask. My understanding is people in MN could NOT collect UE after taking VRSP. While UHC may not contest your application for UE benefits, it doesn’t mean the state will allow you to collect after a voluntary resignation.
Do the math and determine if the extra month of severance will be more than what you could collect in UE for six months. Might be better to wait for the layoff where you can collect both. Everyone’s situation is different.
@OP Yes you can, last year UHC stated they would not contest the request
@b3 that's what I'm thinking, but just want to be sure before making my decision.
It’s considered quitting so more then likely not eligible for unemployment.
Has anyone in Elite Provider Service Advocates, received a voluntary separation (VRSP) offer for 2026?