For Workers

Income Protection That Catches You When a Layoff Hits

PayCushion is a patent-pending membership program that pays you up to $6,000/month after a layoff — so you can keep covering rent, groceries, and bills while you find your next job.

Why Workers Choose PayCushion

Up to $6,000/month

Monthly cash payments for up to 24 months after your state unemployment benefits end — enough to cover essential living expenses.

Built for all workers

W-2 employees, gig workers, freelancers, and contract workers are all eligible to enroll while employed.

Patent-pending protection

A first-of-its-kind membership model — not insurance — designed specifically for job loss income replacement.

Enroll before you need it

Sign up while employed and activate your safety net. Benefits begin after a short waiting period.

Simple, transparent pricing

Three tiers from $149–$279/month. No hidden fees, no complicated claims processes.

Recession-resilient

Your income protection doesn't disappear when the economy turns — it's there when you need it most.

Choose Your Coverage

Three transparent tiers — pick the monthly benefit that fits your essential expenses.

Essential

$149/month

$3,500/mo

for up to 12 months

Most Popular

Standard

$199/month

$4,500/mo

for up to 18 months

Premium

$279/month

$6,000/mo

for up to 24 months

Frequently Asked Questions

What is PayCushion and how does it protect my income?

PayCushion is a patent-pending membership-based income protection program — not traditional insurance — designed to provide monthly cash payments that help cover essential living expenses after involuntary job loss such as a layoff, company closure, or position elimination.

Who is eligible for PayCushion income protection?

PayCushion is built for the modern workforce: W-2 employees, gig workers, freelancers, and contract workers. You enroll while employed and become eligible for benefits after a short waiting period, provided your enrollment passes the reserve floor check.

How much does PayCushion pay after a layoff?

Benefits range from $3,500 to $6,000 per month depending on your membership tier (Essential, Standard, or Premium), lasting up to 12–24 months after your state unemployment benefits end.

Is PayCushion insurance?

No. PayCushion is a membership-based income protection program, not a traditional insurance product. Trademark and patent applications are pending with the USPTO.

Don't Wait Until a Layoff to Get Protected

Enroll while you're employed and build your financial safety net today.

© 2026 PayCushion™ Corp. Trademark and patent applications pending with the USPTO. PayCushion is a membership-based income protection program, not a traditional insurance product.