SDI Payment Delays: Advice Needed for Speeding Up Disability Payments

Ugh, I feel ya. The disability system is such a mess rn. I've been waiting for months and still nothing. It's like they don't even care about us 😤

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 worked for me: 1. Document everything. Keep a log of all your calls, emails, and paperwork submissions. 2. Be persistent. Call regularly, but be polite to the agents. 3. Check your online account daily for updates. 4. If you have a doctor or social worker, ask them to advocate for you. 5. Consider reaching out to your local representative's office. They can sometimes help push things along. 6. Make sure all your paperwork is in order and you've submitted everything they've asked for. 7. If you're really struggling financially, look into local charities or assistance programs while you wait. Hang in there, OP. The system is slow, but keep pushing!

anyone else notice how they always seem to 'lose' our paperwork? 🙄 I swear I've sent the same forms like 3 times now

Pro tip: if you fax your documents, you get a confirmation. Makes it harder for them to claim they never received anything. Old school but it works!

I'm so tired of this. Been waiting 6 months now. How are we supposed to survive?? The whole system needs an overhaul

Has anyone tried going to their local office in person? I've heard mixed things about whether that helps or not.

guys i just got approved after 5 months of waiting!!! don't give up hope!