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EDD SDI payments stopped, no response after submitting paperwork - how to get through?

So I sent in all my paperwork to EDD a few weeks ago - drivers license, social security stuff, proof of income. Its been radio silence since then. My payments stopped coming about a month ago and I havent heard anything back. No confirmation, no updates, nothing. I've tried calling but its impossible to get through. Anyone else dealing with this? Any advice on how to get my payments moving again?

Tom Maxon

I found a way to solve EDD payment delays and silence, watch this: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=GVS8R86vWgQ

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Grant Vikers

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Giovanni Martello

Good point about security. Always vet services before using them.

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Brady Clean

I swear EDD is running on Windows 95 and a prayer. It's a miracle anyone gets their benefits.

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Skylar Neal

It sure feels that way. They're notorious for being outdated.

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Isla Fischer

Ugh, I feel your pain. I was in the same boat last year. Here's what worked for me: 1. Keep calling. I know it sucks, but persistence pays off. 2. Contact your local assembly member. They can sometimes expedite things. 3. Document EVERYTHING. Every call, every letter, every email. 4. Check your spam folder religiously. Sometimes important stuff ends up there. 5. If all else fails, consider filing an appeal. It's a hassle, but it can get things moving. Hang in there, OP. The system is broken, but you'll get through this.

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Sophie Duck

Thanks for the detailed advice! I'll def try contacting my assembly member. Didn't even think of that.

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Miles Hammonds

This is solid advice. I'd add: join Facebook groups for EDD issues. Theres alot of good info there.

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Ruby Blake

I second the Facebook groups suggestion. Sometimes you can find contact tips or email addresses that work.

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KingKongZilla

I heard they're updating their system soon. Maybe that'll help? 🀞

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Rebecca Johnston

Yeah, and I heard pigs can fly. I'll believe it when I see it.

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Nathan Dell

Updating to what? Windows 98? πŸ’»πŸ˜‚

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Maya Jackson

Fingers crossed for an update! It might just make things smoother.

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Micah Franklin

Have you checked your UI Online account? Sometimes they update stuff there without notifying you.

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Sophie Duck

Yeah, I check it daily. No updates there either. It's like they've forgotten I exist 😩

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Ella Harper

Classic EDD move. They probably lost your paperwork in a pile somewhere. πŸ™„

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PrinceJoe

I'd suggest checking it regularly. Sometimes changes appear without notice.

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Brooklyn Knight

I found a method to 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 explaining it: https://youtu.be/1X-mEsLtbmQ

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Owen Devar

$20 just to talk to someone? That's highway robbery! 😑

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Daniel Rivera

Sounds sketchy. How do you know it's legit?

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Brooklyn Knight

I get the skepticism, but it seriously worked for me. Saved me hours of frustration. Worth every penny imo.

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Sophie Footman

While $20 might seem steep, sometimes valuing your time and avoiding stress is worth it.

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Leo McDonald

Pro tip: if you call right when they open, you have a better chance of getting through. Set your alarm for 7:55 AM!

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Jessica Nolan

Great tip! Timing can make all the difference. Early bird gets the worm.

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Abigail Spencer

Have you tried faxing your documents? I know it sounds archaic, but I've heard some people have had better luck getting a response that way.

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Sophie Duck

Faxing? What year is it, 1995? πŸ˜‚ But seriously, I might give that a shot if it works. You got a fax number?

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Abigail Spencer

Lol I know right? But desperate times... Here's the number I used: 916-555-1234. Good luck!

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Logan Chiang

Consider using a fax app if you don't have a machine. It can be handy.

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Tristan Carpenter

KEEP. CALLING. Seriously, it's the only way. I called 137 times before I got through. It's ridiculous but it works.

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Amaya Watson

That's dedication right there. Persistence does pay off sometimes.

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Connor Rupert

have u tried sending a carrier pigeon with ur docs? might have better luck than dealing with EDD's "system" πŸ•ŠοΈπŸ“„

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Sophie Duck

LOL maybe I should try smoke signals next πŸ’¨

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Molly Hansen

Nah fam, gotta go full Hogwarts and use an owl πŸ¦‰βœ‰οΈ

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Angelina Farar

Anyone else feel like we're all just rats in EDD's cruel experiment? πŸ€πŸ§ͺ

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SebastiΓ‘n Stevens

More like hamsters on a wheel. Running in circles and getting nowhere fast. 🐹

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Bethany Groves

Nah, we're the clowns in their circus. Honk honk! 🀑

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Vincent Bimbach

Hey OP, what county are you in? Some counties are worse than others when it comes to processing times.

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Sophie Duck

I'm in Los Angeles County. Guess that explains the delay... πŸ˜…

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Kelsey Chin

Oof, LA County? You're in for a long wait, my friend. Grab a snack and get comfy.

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Norah Quay

Different counties definitely have different challenges. Hang tight!

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Austin Leonard

Welcome to the club, buddy. EDD's been ghosting me for 2 months now. Sent in everything they asked for and crickets. Its like shouting into the void.

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Anita George

You're not alone. They seem to be having delays due to backlog. Hang in there.

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