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6 weeks no PFL pay, can't reach EDD rep. Maxed out CCs & borrowed for rent. Help!

I've been waiting for my Paid Family Leave (PFL) payments for 6 weeks now and haven't been able to reach anyone. I'm completely out of money, maxed out my credit cards, and had to borrow from family just to pay rent. Has anyone else experienced this? Any advice on how to get through to a representative?

Tom Maxon

I found a way to solve PFL payment delays, watch this: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=nE3CKaPliWQ

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Caesar Grant

Ugh, I'm in the same boat. It's been 8 weeks for me and still nothing. The system is so broken 😡

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Lena Schultz

8 weeks?! That's insane. Have you tried contacting your local representative? Sometimes they can help push things through.

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Caesar Grant

Yeah, I reached out last week. Still waiting to hear back. This whole situation is a nightmare 😫

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Gemma Andrews

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/DOLxZQb92wM

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Pedro Sawyer

Sounds too good to be true. Has anyone else tried this?

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Mae Bennett

$20 just to talk to someone? That's ridiculous. The system is so messed up 🤦‍♂️

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Gemma Andrews

I know it sounds sketchy, but I swear it worked for me. After weeks of trying, I finally got through and got my issue resolved. Sometimes you gotta do what you gotta do 🤷‍♀️

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Beatrice Marshall

Here's what worked for me: 1. Call right when they open at 8:00 AM 2. If you get the "too many callers" message, hang up and immediately redial 3. Keep doing this until you get in the queue 4. Once in the queue, DO NOT HANG UP 5. It took me about 2 hours of hold time, but I finally got through Hope this helps someone! Good luck!

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Melina Haruko

This is solid advice. I've heard the first hour is the best time to call. Gonna try this tomorrow morning!

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Dallas Villalobos

2 hours on hold? ain't nobody got time for that 😂

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Beatrice Marshall

Trust me, it's worth it when you finally get your money!

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Reina Salazar

Have you checked your online account? Sometimes there's info there about why your claim is delayed. Could be missing documents or something.

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Saanvi Krishnaswami

This is why we need universal basic income. The system is clearly not working for people when they need it most. 😤

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Demi Lagos

Preach! 🙌 The whole system needs an overhaul.

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Mason Lopez

Pro tip: if you can't get through on the main line, try calling some of the other EDD numbers. Sometimes you can get transferred to PFL from there. Here's a list of numbers I've used: 1. UI Claims Support: 1-800-300-5616 2. SDI: 1-800-480-3287 3. Employer Line: 1-888-745-3886 Good luck!

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Vera Visnjic

Yo, this is genius! Never thought of trying other departments. Thanks for the tip! 👍

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Jake Sinclair

I tried this and it actually worked! Got transferred to PFL and sorted out my issue. You're a lifesaver! 🙏

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Brielle Johnson

have you tried faxing your documents? sometimes that gets faster results than mailing or uploading online

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Philip Cowan

Faxing? What year is it, 1995? 😂 But seriously, I'll try anything at this point. Thanks for the suggestion!

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Honorah King

I feel for you, OP. The stress of waiting for benefits is real. Make sure you're taking care of your mental health too. This stuff can really wear you down.

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Philip Cowan

Thanks for the kind words. It's definitely been tough. Trying to stay positive but it's not easy.

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Oliver Brown

Anybody else notice that the EDD website is always "under maintenance" when you actually need to use it? 🙄

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Mary Bates

omg yes! It's like they know exactly when I'm gonna log in and shut it down just to mess with me 😅

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Clay blendedgen

Hey OP, what was the reason for your PFL claim? I'm about to file one for bonding with my newborn and I'm scared after reading all these horror stories 😰

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Philip Cowan

Mine was for taking care of a sick family member. Congrats on the new baby! Hope your experience is smoother than mine.

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Clay blendedgen

Thanks! Fingers crossed. Wishing you the best with your claim too!

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