Has anyone tried reaching out to their local representative? I've heard that can sometimes speed things up.

I'm in a similar boat - just filed last week and already feeling anxious about the wait time! Reading everyone's experiences here is both helpful and terrifying 😅 Sounds like the key is being super organized with documentation and having patience (easier said than done). Thanks for asking this question @Luca - definitely not alone in wondering about this process!

Ugh, I feel you. My disability payment was late last month and it was a nightmare. Have you tried calling the disability office? Sometimes they can give you more info or push it through faster if you explain your situation.

I'm dealing with the same issue right now - my payment is over a week late and I'm starting to panic about rent. From what I've been reading online, it seems like there might be some kind of system backlog this month. I've been trying the phone route but like everyone else, I'm getting stuck in hold hell. One thing that helped me feel a bit better was checking the EDD website's "news" section - they sometimes post notices about delays there. Also, if you have direct deposit set up, double check that your bank info hasn't changed or expired. I know it's scary when the money doesn't come when expected, especially when you're depending on it. Hopefully we all get our payments sorted out soon! 🤞

Have you tried turning it off and on again? 😂 jk jk... but seriously, sometimes logging out and back into your account can refresh things. Worth a shot!

I'm dealing with something similar right now! My claim has been stuck in "pending" status for over a week. From what I've read in other threads, there seems to be some kind of backlog happening. I submitted additional documentation last Thursday and still nothing. Really hoping it gets sorted out soon because I can't afford these delays. Has anyone had success with the online chat feature, or is calling still the best option?

Just wanted to add my experience for anyone else in a similar situation - I went through this exact process with my dad last year when his SDI claim year ended. The key thing that really helped us was getting organized early. We made sure to have all his wage statements from 2024 ready, got his doctor to complete the new medical forms about 2 weeks before the claim year ended, and submitted everything through the SDI Online portal. The transition was pretty seamless and there was no gap in his benefits. One thing I wish someone had told us - make copies of EVERYTHING before submitting. The EDD lost some of his paperwork initially and we had to resubmit, but having copies saved us weeks of delays. Also, if your mom's condition is likely to be long-term, definitely start the SSDI application process now even while she's on state disability. The federal process takes forever but you can receive both benefits for a period of time. Good luck!

I'm new to this community but wanted to share what I learned when I helped my sister navigate this same situation a few months ago. The good news is that your mom can definitely file a new claim after her claim year ends! Since she worked those 5 months in 2024, she should have enough quarters to qualify for a second year of benefits. Here's what worked for us: We submitted her new DE 2501 application about 2 weeks before her first claim year expired, along with updated medical documentation from her doctor. The key was making sure the timing was right - too early and they might reject it, too late and there could be a gap in benefits. One thing I wish we had known earlier is that the benefit amount for the second year might be different since it's calculated based on her 2024 earnings rather than her previous work history. In my sister's case, her weekly benefit amount was actually slightly higher because she had gotten a raise right before going on disability. Also, definitely keep detailed records of everything you submit. We had to follow up a few times to make sure her application was being processed, and having copies of all the paperwork made those conversations much easier. The whole process took about 3-4 weeks from submission to approval in our experience. Hope this helps, and I'm sending positive thoughts to you and your mom during this stressful time!

Anybody else feel like we're all just stuck in this giant game of bureaucratic pinball? 🤡 One day you're up, next day you're tilted!

I'm going through the exact same thing right now! My doctor updated my SDI status about 10 days ago and it's still not showing online. I've been checking every day like it's going to magically appear. From what I'm reading here, it sounds like this is pretty normal unfortunately. The waiting game is the worst part - you never know if something went wrong or if it's just taking forever to process. Keep us posted on when yours updates!