Everything you need, nothing you don't
Five life categories. 25+ personalized tasks. State-specific guidance. All organized so you know exactly what to do today.
Personalized From Day One
Your onboarding captures your state, family situation, financial health, and goals — so every task and resource is tailored to your exact needs.
State-Specific Guidance
Every US state and territory has different unemployment rules. We link you directly to your state's portal — no more searching.
Your Comeback Sherpa
125+ guided steps across 31 topics. Think of it as a trail guide — we walk with you through filing, finances, job search, and recovery.
Momentum Meter
A decaying progress bar that rewards consistent action. Complete tasks, log wins, and take on challenges to keep your momentum climbing.
Five categories. One clear path.
Urgent & Survival
- File for unemployment insurance with your state's portal
- Evaluate and elect COBRA health coverage
- Update LinkedIn and notify your professional network
- Review your severance agreement
- Inform references and request recommendation letters
Job Search
- AI-optimized resume and LinkedIn profile updates
- Personalized daily application targets
- Interview preparation guides and checklists
- Networking strategies and outreach templates
- Application tracking with status management
Financial
- SNAP/food assistance application guidance
- Survival budget creation and tracking
- Subscription audit to cut unnecessary spending
- 401(k) rollover reminders and guidance
- State-specific benefits discovery (WIC, childcare, housing)
Mental & Physical Health
- Daily mood check-ins with trend tracking
- Personalized workout and meal plans
- Crisis resources surfaced when you need them
- Micro-challenges to keep you moving forward
- Weekly reflections to process your journey
Growth & Learning
- Curated courses and skill-building resources
- Career pivot exploration and guidance
- Daily micro-challenges for personal development
- Momentum tracking to visualize your progress
- Micro-win journal to celebrate every victory
Common Questions About Features
How many guided steps does the app include?
Unemployed...For Now! includes over 125 guided steps across 31 topics. These steps cover everything from filing for unemployment insurance and applying for SNAP benefits to updating your resume, preparing for interviews, and managing your mental health during the job search process.
What is the Momentum Meter?
The Momentum Meter is a progress tracking feature that rewards consistent action. It's a score from 0 to 100 that increases when you complete tasks (+10 points), finish daily challenges (+15 points), or log micro-wins (+5 points). The meter decays by 15% per day of inactivity, encouraging you to stay engaged with your comeback journey.
Can the app help me file for unemployment?
Yes, the app provides step-by-step guidance for filing unemployment in all 50 US states and territories. During onboarding, you select your state, and the app links you directly to your state's unemployment portal with specific instructions for the filing process, weekly certification reminders, and deadline tracking.
Does the app help with job searching?
Yes, the Job Search category includes guidance for updating your resume, optimizing your LinkedIn profile, setting daily application targets, preparing for interviews with checklists and guides, developing networking strategies, and tracking your applications with status management. The app doesn't replace job boards — it helps you use them more effectively.