SDI payment delayed 30+ days, can't reach anyone. Help!

Ugh, I feel your pain! The whole system is a mess rn. I was in the same boat last month - radio silence for weeks. Have you tried calling first thing in the morning? Sometimes that works better.

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 explaining it: https://youtu.be/1X-mEsLtbmQ

Have you checked your online account? Sometimes they update info there before they actually send out payments. Might give you a clue about whats going on

Pro tip: If you're getting redirected to EDD, try asking them to transfer you directly to SDI. Sometimes they can do an internal transfer that bypasses the main line. Worked for me once!

Listen up, because I've been through this rodeo before and I've got some tips that might help: 1. Document everything. Every call, every letter, every online update. You might need it later. 2. Be persistent but polite. The people answering phones are just doing their jobs. 3. Check your spam folder regularly. Sometimes important emails end up there. 4. If you can't get through on the phone, try reaching out via social media. Sometimes their social media team can escalate issues. 5. Consider contacting your local state representative's office. They often have liaisons who can help with state agency issues. 6. Double-check that all your paperwork was filled out correctly. One small error can cause major delays. 7. If you're really in a bind, some non-profits offer emergency assistance while you're waiting for benefits. Hope this helps! Remember, you're not alone in this struggle. The system sucks, but we're all in this together. 💪

guys. i literaly just got of the phone with SDI after 3 HOURS on hold. apparently theres a glitch in there system thats causing payment delays for a bunch of people. they said theyre working on it but no ETA for a fix. just FYI

Anyone else think its ridiculous that we have to jump through all these hoops just to get the benefits we're entitled to? The whole system needs an overhaul tbh