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No response to family plan application after months - what to do?

I sent in my family plan application twice, once in December and again in January, but I haven't heard anything back. No email, no letter, nothing. It's been months and I'm starting to worry. Has anyone else experienced this? What should I do next? I just want to know what's going on with my application.

Have you checked their website? Sometimes they have a portal where you can check the status of your application online.

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I didn't even think of that! I'll check it out right now, thanks!

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I had a similar issue last year. Turns out they had my old address on file and all the correspondence was going there. Double-check they have your correct contact info!

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This happened to me too! Such a simple thing but it caused so much hassle.

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EDD callback fail - nobody on the line! PFL claim delay help?

Anyone else having issues with EDD callbacks? I just got one but when I answered, nobody was on the line. So frustrating! I've been waiting forever to get this PFL claim sorted out. Any advice on what to do next?

Here's what I've learned from dealing with EDD for the past few months: • Persistence is key. Keep calling, even if it feels hopeless. • Document everything. Write down who you talked to, when, and what they said. • Use their online portal to send messages. Sometimes you get a faster response that way. • If you're really stuck, contact your local state representative. They can sometimes help push things through. • Check your spam folder regularly. Sometimes important EDD emails end up there. • Be prepared for long hold times. Use speakerphone and do other tasks while waiting. • Double-check all your paperwork before submitting. One small error can cause big delays. Hope this helps someone! We're all in this together 💪

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Wow, thank you so much for this detailed advice! I'll definitely try contacting my state rep if I can't get through soon.

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This should be pinned to the top of the subreddit. So helpful!

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Anyone else feel like they need a degree in bureaucracy just to navigate the EDD system? 🎓🤡

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For real! I'm thinking of adding "EDD Whisperer" to my resume at this point 😂

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PFL claim denied, no mail received. Need appeal form & reasons for denial. Help!

My PFL claim got denied and I'm not getting any mail about it. I need to know why and get an appeal form. Anyone else dealing with this? What should I do?

Pro tip: Keep a log of every interaction you have with EDD. Date, time, who you talked to, what they said. It'll help if you need to escalate things later.

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Have you tried reaching out to your local state representative? Sometimes they can help cut through the red tape.

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This! My cousin did this and suddenly EDD was super helpful. It's sad that it takes political pressure, but hey, whatever works.

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Payments delayed AGAIN - how are you dealing with the stress?

Is anyone else feeling super stressed about their payments? I'm at my wits end here. The delays are killing me and I don't know what to do anymore. How are you all coping with this?

Anyone else feel like theyre gonna snap? I'm so close to just showing up at the office and refusing to leave until someone helps me lol

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Careful with that, buddy. Don't wanna get yourself in trouble. But I feel you, the frustration is real 😩

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Pro tip: if you're calling, use the Spanish line even if you don't speak Spanish. Wait times are usually shorter and most agents speak English too. Just don't abuse it if you're fluent in Spanish!

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EDD claim stuck in 'pending processing' for 6 weeks - no updates or communication. What to do?

Hey everyone, I'm getting really frustrated with my unemployment claim. It's been 6 weeks since I filed online and my status is still showing as "pending processing". I haven't received any letters in the mail or notices on my online profile. Has anyone else experienced this? I'm starting to worry that something went wrong with my application. Any advice on what I should do next?

The whole system is a joke. They're probably sitting on a mountain of backlogged claims laughing at us peasants 🤡

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Chill out with the conspiracy theories, dude. The EDD is understaffed and overwhelmed, not out to get you.

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Found the EDD employee 👀

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Hey OP, what kind of work were you doing before filing? Sometimes certain industries or job types can trigger additional review and slow things down.

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