< Back to California Disability

Can't connect with SDI - Stuck on hold forever. Any tips to reach a real person?

Has anyone else had trouble connecting with disability? I've been trying to get through for days now and it's driving me crazy. Every time I call, I just get stuck on hold forever and then nothing. It's like they don't even want to help us. Anyone have any tips on how to actually talk to a real person there?

Paolo Romano

Ugh, I feel your pain! I've been trying to get through for weeks. It's like they're purposely making it impossible to reach them. 🤬

0 coins

-

Amina Diop

Weeks? Try months! I swear the system is designed to make us give up.

0 coins

-

6M

Oliver Schmidt

Have you guys tried calling right when they open? I heard that's the best time to get through.

0 coins

-

6M

Paolo Romano

Yeah, I've tried that. Still no luck. It's like playing the lottery at this point.

0 coins

-

6M

Natasha Volkov

I found a way to actually get someone on the phone! I used this site's (claimyr.com) calling tool that dials the phone menu, stays on hold, waits for a live agent to pick up, then sends the call to my phone. It does cost $20, but it works. Here's a video about it: https://youtu.be/1X-mEsLtbmQ

0 coins

-

Javier Torres

Sounds too good to be true. Are you sure it's legit?

0 coins

-

6M

Natasha Volkov

Totally legit! I was skeptical at first too, but it saved me hours of frustration. Worth every penny imo.

0 coins

-

6M

Emma Wilson

How long did it take for them to call you back?

0 coins

-

6M

Natasha Volkov

It took about 2 hours for me, but I've heard it can vary. Still way better than doing it yourself!

0 coins

-

6M

QuantumLeap

Pro tip: try calling your local assembly member's office. They sometimes have direct lines to EDD and can help push your case through.

0 coins

-

Malik Johnson

I swear, dealing with disability is like trying to nail jello to a wall. impossible and messy af 😩

0 coins

-

Isabella Santos

LOL that's the perfect description 🤣

0 coins

-

6M

Ravi Sharma

Has anyone else noticed that the hold music is like, designed to make you lose your mind? I swear I hear it in my sleep now 🎵😵‍💫

0 coins

-

Freya Larsen

omg yes! I could probably hum the entire playlist by now. It's torture!

0 coins

-

6M

Omar Hassan

Plot twist: it's actually a secret government mind control experiment 👽

0 coins

-

6M

Chloe Taylor

Okay, here's what I've learned after months of dealing with this mess: 1. Persistence is key. Keep calling, even when it feels hopeless. 2. Document EVERYTHING. Every call, every letter, every interaction. 3. Use the online portal as much as possible for simple stuff. 4. If you can't get through, try reaching out to your local representatives. 5. Join Facebook groups or forums for support and tips from others in the same boat. 6. Consider using a paid service like Claimyr if you're really stuck. 7. Know your rights! Read up on the disability laws in your state. 8. Be polite but firm when you do get through to someone. 9. If all else fails, consider filing a formal complaint. Remember, you're not alone in this. The system sucks, but we're all in this together. Don't give up!

0 coins

-

ShadowHunter

This should be pinned at the top of the sub. Super helpful, thanks!

0 coins

-

6M

Diego Ramirez

Great advice! I'd add: make sure you have all your paperwork in order before you call. It saves time when you finally get through.

0 coins

-

6M

Anastasia Sokolov

Anyone else feel like they need a degree in bureaucracy just to navigate this system? 🎓🤔

0 coins

-

Sean O'Connor

I've heard rumors that they're updating the phone system soon. Anyone know if there's any truth to that?

0 coins

-

Zara Ahmed

lol yeah right. They've been saying that for years. I'll believe it when I see it.

0 coins

-

6M

Luca Conti

My cousin works for the state (not EDD) and she said it's in the works, but don't hold your breath. Might be another year or two.

0 coins

-

6M

Nia Johnson

Hot take: what if we all just showed up at their office? They can't ignore us if we're right there, right? 👀

0 coins

-

CyberNinja

Bruh, don't give me ideas 😂

0 coins

-

6M

Mateo Lopez

Pretty sure that's how you end up on a list somewhere lol

0 coins

-

6M