SDI Extension: Submitted forms a month ago, no response. How to check approval status and payment timeline?
Hey everyone, I submitted all my forms for a disability extension about a month ago and haven't heard anything back. I'm wondering if anyone knows how to check if it's been approved and is processing? Also, any idea when I might expect to see a check if it has been approved? This waiting game is driving me crazy!
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Christian Bierman
Ugh, I feel your pain! I was in the same boat a few months ago. It took them forever to get back to me. Have you tried calling their customer service line? It's a pain, but sometimes that's the only way to get answers.
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Makayla Shoemaker
I've tried calling so many times, but I always get stuck on hold forever. It's so frustrating! š¤
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Emma Olsen
Pro tip: call right when they open. You might have better luck getting through.
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Christian Bierman
Good idea! I'll give that a shot tomorrow morning. Fingers crossed š¤
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Lucas Lindsey
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
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Sophie Duck
Sounds too good to be true. Has anyone else tried this?
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Austin Leonard
I'm skeptical. $20 just to make a phone call? š¤
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Lucas Lindsey
I get the skepticism, but it seriously saved me hours of frustration. Worth every penny imho.
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Anita George
Can confirm, I used it last week and finally got my issue resolved. The time saved was worth way more than $20 to me.
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Abigail Spencer
Here's what I know about the disability extension process: ā¢ Once you submit your forms, it typically takes 2-4 weeks for processing ā¢ You can check your claim status online through the EDD website ā¢ If approved, payments usually start within 7-10 days ā¢ If you haven't heard anything after 4 weeks, definitely follow up Hope this helps! Let me know if you have any other questions.
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Makayla Shoemaker
Thank you so much for this detailed info! I'll check the website right away.
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Logan Chiang
This is super helpful. Saving this for future reference!
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Isla Fischer
lol welcome to the wonderful world of government efficiency š¤” I swear they use carrier pigeons to process these claims
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Miles Hammonds
Have you tried reaching out to your local assemblymember's office? Sometimes they can help expedite things or at least get you some answers.
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Makayla Shoemaker
I didn't even know that was an option! How do I find my assemblymember?
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Miles Hammonds
Just google '[your city] assemblymember' and you should find their contact info. Good luck!
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Ruby Blake
Ive been waiting for 3 months now...starting to think ill never see that money š
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Micah Franklin
Hang in there! The system is slow but it does work eventually. Don't give up hope! ā¤ļø
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Ella Harper
PSA: Make sure you keep copies of EVERYTHING you submit. I learned that lesson the hard way when they claimed they never received my forms š
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PrinceJoe
Anyone else notice that the EDD website is always "under maintenance" when you actually need to use it? š¤¦āāļø
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Brooklyn Knight
omg yes! Its like they know exactly when im gonna log in and shut it down just to mess with me
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Owen Devar
Pro tip: Try accessing the site using incognito mode. Sometimes it's just a caching issue.
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Daniel Rivera
I heard they're super backed up because of all the fraud cases they're dealing with. Might explain the delay.
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Sophie Footman
Have you checked your spam folder? Sometimes their emails end up there. Just a thought!
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Makayla Shoemaker
Good idea! Just checked and nothing there, but I'll keep an eye on it.
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