plot twist: the edd is actually a secret government program to test how long citizens can go without snapping. we're all just lab rats in their sick experiment 🐀🧪

Unpopular opinion: maybe try being patient? The EDD is dealing with thousands of claims. I know it sucks to wait, but they're probably doing their best.

Pro tip: if you can get through to someone, ask for a supervisor right away. The regular agents often don't have the authority to actually fix anything.

I'm in the same boat. Been waiting 7 weeks now. My landlord is breathing down my neck and I'm about to lose my apartment. This system is a joke.

Make sure to keep all your paperwork and benefit statements! You never know when you might need them for tax purposes or if theres an issue down the line.

Congrats on the new job! Don't forget to factor in how this might affect other benefits you're receiving, like food stamps or healthcare. Sometimes going back to work can mess with those too.

Hey OP, just a heads up - sometimes they ask for info from multiple employers, especially if you had more than one job in the past 18 months. Double check all your messages to be sure!

idk if this helps, but I had a similar issue and I ended up going to my local EDD office in person. The wait was long, but I got everything sorted in one go. Might be worth a shot if you're really stuck.

lol welcome to the wonderful world of california bureaucracy 🤡 good luck getting a straight answer from anyone there

Hey OP, when you do get through to someone, make sure to get their name and employee ID. It helps if you need to follow up or if theres any discrepancy later. Also, dont be afraid to ask for a supervisor if youre not getting anywhere with the first person you talk to. Stay strong! 💪

Pro tip: If you can't get through on the phone, try contacting your local state representative's office. They often have direct lines to EDD and can help push things along.

lol welcome to EDD hell. grab a seat, we've got cookies and endless bureaucracy 🍪🤡

I'm telling you, it's all a conspiracy to make us give up and go back to work for peanuts. Stay strong, comrade! ✊

Hey OP, hang in there. I know its tough but youll get through this. Have you considered looking into local food banks or assistance programs while you wait? Might help ease the stress a bit.

Hey OP, quick question - when you say 're-assign eligibility', do you mean you're trying to backdate your claim? Cuz if so, that's a whole different process and you might need to talk to a specific department for that.

pro tip: if u cant get thru on the main line, try calling some of the other edd numbers (like the employer line) and ask to be transferred. worked for me last month!

Anybody else notice that the DI system seems to be getting worse? I remember a few years ago it was much smoother. Budget cuts maybe?

Hey OP, what was the exact wording on your notice? Sometimes the language they use can give clues about whats really going on with your claim.

Not to be that guy, but did you check your spam folder? Sometimes important emails from EDD end up there.

Ive been dealing with edd for 3 months now. its a nightmare. solidarity, friend. we're all in this hellscape together 😭