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Oof, been there done that. The disability office is a black hole where common sense goes to die. Keep pushin tho, you'll get it sorted eventually!
This is such a common issue unfortunately! I went through the exact same thing last year - extension approved online but payments just stopped. Turned out there was a "review hold" on my account that wasn't showing up anywhere on the website. When I finally got through to someone, they cleared it in like 5 minutes. Definitely try the early morning calling strategy others mentioned, and don't give up. The backpay should come through once they fix whatever glitch is causing this. Keep us posted on how it goes!
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Has anyone else noticed that these issues seem to be happening more frequently lately? I wonder if there's been a change in the system or if they're just overwhelmed.
Now that you mention it, I've seen a lot more posts about missing days and delayed payments. Maybe we should start a megathread to track these issues?
I heard they updated their software recently. Probably just broke everything in the process lol
I went through this exact same thing a few months ago! Here's what worked for me: First, check if you accidentally skipped certifying for that day or if there was a technical glitch during certification. Sometimes the system times out and doesn't save your responses properly. If that's the case, you can usually re-certify for that period. Also, make sure to screenshot everything - your claim history, certification confirmations, etc. Having documentation saved my butt when I had to appeal a similar issue. The whole process took about 3 weeks to resolve, but I did get all my missing benefits back-dated. Stay persistent and don't let them brush you off!
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Guys im so stressed about my appeal i cant even sleep at night. any advice for dealing with the anxiety while waiting?
Deep breaths, my friend. Try some meditation apps, they helped me a ton during my appeal process.
Honestly? A glass of wine and some Netflix. Sometimes you just gotta distract yourself 🍷📺
Hey @Yuki Tanaka! I just went through this whole mess a few months ago and honestly, it's not as scary as it seems once you know what to expect. The key thing is to stay organized and don't let them intimidate you. Make sure you have copies of EVERYTHING - your termination paperwork, any emails or texts from your employer, pay stubs, the whole nine yards. When you get to the hearing (which might be over the phone), they'll ask you to tell your side of the story, so practice explaining what happened in a clear, calm way. The judge is usually pretty fair, but they're all about the facts, not emotions. Also, don't be afraid to ask questions if you don't understand something during the process. You got this! 💪
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unpopular opinion: maybe if people stopped trying to game the system, EDD wouldn't be so strict with appeals 🤷♂️
I'm just saying, fraud is a real problem. Not saying OP is doing anything wrong, but it affects everyone.
Yeah, but punishing everyone for the actions of a few is messed up. The system needs to be better, not stricter.
Hey Lena, I'm so sorry you're going through this - the appeals process is incredibly stressful. I went through something similar about 6 months ago and know how overwhelming it can feel. A few things that helped me: 1) Document EVERYTHING - keep records of all calls, emails, and correspondence with dates/times. 2) If you haven't already, request a copy of your complete file from EDD to see exactly what they based their denial on. 3) Consider filing a new appeal if you're still within the deadline - sometimes the second review goes better. Also, don't give up! I know it feels hopeless right now, but I've seen people win on their second or even third try. The system is broken but persistence can pay off. Sending you strength! 💪
Dylan Cooper
My aunt filed for disability for similar reasons last year and while her claim was eventually approved, she had to wait almost 5 weeks to get her first payment. Just be prepared financially if you can. Good luck!
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Jamal Carter
•Thanks for the heads up. I have a little bit saved, but not 5 weeks worth. I hope my claim processes faster!
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Sara Hellquiem
Hey Jamal, I went through something really similar about 6 months ago - toxic manager, stress-induced health issues, the whole nightmare. One thing that really helped me was keeping a detailed symptom diary that I could share with my doctor. I tracked my blood pressure readings, sleep patterns, anxiety episodes, etc. This gave my doctor concrete evidence to include in the medical certification. Also, if you haven't already, ask your doctor about getting a blood pressure monitor to use at home. Having those documented readings showing how your work stress is affecting your hypertension will strengthen your case significantly. My doctor said having that objective medical data made all the difference. One last tip - if you do decide to quit, try to give yourself a few days between leaving and filing your claim to decompress a bit. The application process can be stressful too, and you want to be in the right headspace to fill everything out accurately. Wishing you the best - you've got this!
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Malik Jenkins
•This is such thoughtful advice, thank you Sara! I actually do have a blood pressure monitor at home that I've been using since this whole situation started - my readings have been consistently elevated compared to my normal baseline. I'll make sure to bring all those records to my doctor appointment tomorrow. The symptom diary idea is brilliant too, I wish I had started that sooner but I can at least document everything from here forward. You're right about taking some time to decompress before filing - I'm so stressed right now that I'm probably not thinking clearly about all the details I need to include.
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