Quick question - does anyone know if you can apply for SDI if you're self-employed? Or is it only for people with traditional jobs?

PSA: Don't forget to report any income you receive while on SDI! Even part-time or gig work. They can come after you for overpayments if you don't.

FYI, there were some changes to the SDI system last month. They're supposedly "streamlining" the process, but it's causing delays for a lot of people. Might be why your payments are held up.

have you tried reaching out to your local state representatives office? They can sometimes help push things along with EDD/SDI

This whole system is a joke. How are we supposed to survive when we can't even access our benefits? The government needs to do better.

Quick question - does anyone know if theres a difference between calling the local office vs the main number? I'm wondering if I should try both

lol welcome to the club. been waiting 6 months here 🤡

Has anyone tried faxing their documents? I heard sometimes that gets faster results than online submissions.

Anyone else feel like were living in a kafka novel? Trying to get our benefits is like trying to enter the castle... impossible and absurd.

PSA: There's a new bill being proposed that might help with some of these issues. It's called AB-123 and it's supposed to streamline the payment process. Might be worth writing to your representatives about it!

have u tried emailing them? sometimes u can get lucky and actually get a response

This is why we need to overhaul the entire unemployment system. It's a joke that in 2023 we still can't get basic forms or speak to a human being without jumping through hoops. 😤

Pro tip: If you have a complex issue, write it down before you call. That way, when you finally get through, you can explain everything clearly without forgetting important details.

Anyone else notice that the hold music is like, the same 30 second loop over and over? I swear it's designed to make us hang up 😂

Listen up, folks. I've been through this rodeo before, so here's what you need to know: • First, double-check that you've completed all parts of your claim. Missing info can cause delays. • If everything's filled out, look for a message in your online account. They might need additional docs. • No message? Call them. Yes, it's a pain, but it's necessary. Try early mornings or late afternoons. • If calling fails, write a detailed email explaining your situation. Include your claim number. • Still no luck? Contact your local representative. They can sometimes expedite things. • Document everything: calls, emails, names of reps you speak to. Remember, persistence is key. Don't give up! The system is overwhelmed, but you'll get through eventually. Good luck!

am i the only 1 who thinks its ridiculous we have to jump through all these hoops just to get what we're owed? 🤔

Not to be that guy, but are you sure you're still eligible? Sometimes life changes can affect your benefits without you realizing it. Might be worth double-checking the requirements.

yall ever think about how wild it is that we gotta jump through all these hoops just to get what we're entitled to? like, we're out here playing 4D chess with the government while they sit on their butts. smh 🤦‍♂️

Have you checked if there's a flag on your account? Sometimes they put a stop payment flag for various reasons and don't tell you. It's happened to me before.

idk if this helps but I was in a similar situation last month. Turns out there was a glitch in their system that was causing delays for a bunch of people. Maybe check if there are any known issues right now?