FSA after job change

In the fall during open enrollment I planned on using an FSA and allotted money towards it for this current year. In December (2025) I switched jobs. I got a notice from the previous companies FSA provided (WEX) that the money for this years FSA is available for use until 3/31/26. I assumed that money/account didn’t exist since I wasn’t with that employer at all this year.

I did call the company for clarification and they insist the money is still there and available despite the job ending before the start of the new benefit year. I don’t want the money to go to waste but also don’t want to use it and be responsible later.