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EDD disability claim extension: No updates or payments for months. Help!

Hey everyone, I'm dealing with some major frustration with my disability claim. I filed for an extension through my doctor a while back, but I haven't received any updates in the mail. Even worse, I haven't gotten any payments in months. Has anyone else experienced this kind of delay? Any advice on how to check the status or speed things up? I'm really starting to worry about my finances.

Tom Maxon

I found a way to solve disability claim payment delays, watch this: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=QdlNc9XJcNg

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CosmosCaptain

Ugh, I feel your pain. I was in the same boat a few months ago. Have you tried calling the EDD? Fair warning though, it's like trying to win the lottery to get through to a real person.

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Ravi Choudhury

Yeah, I've tried calling but it's impossible to get through. I've been trying for weeks now. It's so frustrating!

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Freya Johansen

Pro tip: try calling right when they open. I managed to get through once doing that, but it took like 20 attempts 🙄

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Omar Fawzi

Calling is useless tbh. I spent hours trying and never got anywhere. There has to be a better way!

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Chloe Wilson

I found a method that actually works 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 about it: https://youtu.be/1X-mEsLtbmQ

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Diego Mendoza

Sounds too good to be true. Has anyone else tried this?

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Anastasia Romanov

20 bucks? Idk man, seems kinda sketchy...

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Chloe Wilson

I get the skepticism, but it seriously worked for me. After weeks of trying to get through, I was desperate enough to try anything. It's legit, promise!

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StellarSurfer

Can you explain more about how it works? Do they just keep redialing for you?

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Chloe Wilson

Yeah, basically it uses some kind of AI to navigate the phone menu and wait on hold. When a real person picks up, it calls your phone. Saved me hours of frustration.

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Sean Kelly

Here's what I've learned from dealing with EDD for way too long: 1. Document EVERYTHING. Keep a log of all your calls, letters, and online communications. 2. If you can, use their online portal to check your claim status. Sometimes it's more up-to-date than what they tell you on the phone. 3. Reach out to your local state representative's office. They often have liaisons who can help push things along. 4. Be persistent but polite. The people on the phone didn't cause the delay, but they might be able to help. 5. Check if there are any forms you need to fill out for the extension. Sometimes they don't tell you about these. 6. 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 a mess, but don't give up!

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Ravi Choudhury

Wow, thank you so much for this detailed advice! I'll definitely start documenting everything. I hadn't thought about contacting my state rep - that's a great idea.

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Zara Malik

This is gold 💯 Wish I had known all this when I started my claim!

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Luca Greco

have u checked ur spam folder? sometimes edd emails end up there lol

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Nia Thompson

I swear the EDD is run by a bunch of 🤡🤡🤡 How hard is it to process claims and send updates? We're not asking for the moon here!

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Mateo Rodriguez

Preach! 👏👏👏 It's like they're stuck in the stone age or smthn

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Aisha Hussain

Hey now, let's not insult clowns like that. At least clowns TRY to make people happy 😂

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GalacticGladiator

Guys, I think I figured out why everything's so slow. EDD actually stands for Extremely Delayed Department. Mystery solved! 🕵️‍♂️

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Ethan Brown

LMAO 🤣 I thought it was Every Day Disappointment

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Yuki Yamamoto

Nah, it's clearly Endlessly Denying Dollars 💸

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Carmen Ruiz

Has anyone tried faxing their documents instead of mailing them? I heard it might be faster, but idk if that's just an urban legend at this point.

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Andre Lefebvre

Faxing? What year is it, 1995? 📠😂

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Zoe Dimitriou

I actually tried this! It didn't speed things up, but at least I knew they received it. Got a confirmation page and everything.

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QuantumQuest

OP, whatever you do, don't give up. I know it feels hopeless, but persistence is key. Took me 5 months to get my issue resolved, but it finally happened. Sending good vibes your way! ✨

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Ravi Choudhury

Thank you so much for the encouragement. It really helps to know I'm not alone in this struggle. 🙏

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