SDI Call Center Hours: Can I reach CA EDD Disability before 5pm PT?

The EDD disability insurance call center usually closes at 5pm Pacific Time. You've still got about an hour, so there's a chance you might get through! Good luck!

guys. i figured it out. just dont get disabled. problem solved. ur welcome 😎

I've heard rumors that they're updating their phone systems soon. Supposedly it'll make it easier to get through. Anyone else heard about this?

have you tried faxing your claim? sometimes that works better than calling

Hey OP, any luck getting through? Keep us posted!

Pro tip: 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

Thanks for the responses everyone. I guess I'll keep trying and hope for the best. Fingers crossed I get through before 5!

This whole situation is so frustrating. We pay into this system our whole working lives, and when we actually need it, it's nearly impossible to access. Something needs to change.

Hey, quick question - are you calling about a new claim or an existing one? Cuz I heard they have different numbers for each.

Protip: if u cant get thru on the phone, try their online portal. Sometimes u can get answers there without having to talk to anyone

Anyone else notice that the hold music is always the same? I swear I hear that tune in my nightmares now 😫

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'm in the same boat. Been trying to sort out my disability claim for weeks now. The whole system is a joke. Good luck, OP. You're gonna need it. 🙄

Has anyone tried contacting their local representative about these issues? I've heard sometimes they can help push things through.

Here's what you need to know about disability insurance payments: 1. Eligibility: Make sure you meet all the requirements. This includes having a qualifying disability and having paid into State Disability Insurance (SDI) through your paychecks. 2. Documentation: Have all your medical docs ready. They'll want proof from your doctor about your condition. 3. Timeline: Payments usually start within 14 days of your claim being approved, but it can take longer if there are issues with your application. 4. Amount: The benefit amount is about 60-70% of your wages earned 5 to 18 months before your claim start date. 5. Duration: You can receive benefits for up to 52 weeks, depending on your condition. Hope this helps! Let me know if you have any other questions.