Need help checking claim status with EDD - any tips to actually reach an agent?

Ugh, I feel your pain. I've been trying to get through for weeks now. It's like they're purposely making it impossible to talk to a real person. 🤬

I actually found a way 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

Here's what I've learned after dealing with this for months: 1. Be persistent. Keep calling, even if it feels hopeless. 2. Have all your info ready when you call. They'll ask for your SSN, claim number, etc. 3. Be polite to the agent when you finally get through. They're probably overwhelmed too. 4. If one agent can't help, ask to speak to a supervisor. 5. Keep a log of all your calls and who you spoke to. Hope this helps someone! Good luck out there, we're all in this together. 💪

anyone else think its crazy that we have to jump through all these hoops just to get basic info about our claims? the system is broken af 🤡

Pro tip: if you can't get through on the main line, try calling your local office instead. Sometimes they're less busy and can still help with claim status.

Has anyone tried reaching out on social media? I've heard some people have had luck getting responses that way.

Idk if this helps but I finally got through last week after trying for a month. The agent told me they're super backlogged bc of some new system update. Might explain why its so hard to get info rn.