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man, the EDD is such a joke. how hard is it to have a functional website in 2023? 🤡 good luck OP, youre gonna need it
Fr fr 💯 It's like they're stuck in 1995 or smthn
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Here's a detailed guide for navigating the EDD system based on my experience: 1. Password Reset: - Try the online 'Forgot Password' option first - If that fails, use the 'Contact Us' form - Last resort: call early in the morning (8 AM sharp) 2. Disability Extension: - Gather all relevant medical documentation - Call and request to speak with a disability claims specialist - Be prepared to fax or upload additional docs 3. General Tips: - Keep a log of all your calls and interactions - Get the name and ID of any rep you speak with - Follow up any phone conversations with an email summary - Check your online account daily for updates Hope this helps! The system is frustrating, but stay persistent. You've got this! 💪
Wow, thank you so much for taking the time to write this out! This is incredibly helpful. I'm definitely going to follow this step-by-step.
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Great advice! One thing to add: if you're faxing docs, always keep the confirmation page. EDD has 'lost' my faxes before 🙄
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Has anyone tried contacting their state representative for help? I've heard they can sometimes intervene if you're having issues with state agencies.
How do you even find out who your state rep is? 🤔
13d
Just Google '[your state] find my representative' - there's usually a website where you can enter your address and it'll tell you who represents you.
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have u tried faxing ur docs? sounds old school but sometimes it gets to them faster than online uploads lol
Faxing? What year is it? 😂 But seriously, I hadn't thought of that. Do you know if they accept faxes for all types of documents?
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lmao ikr? but yeah, they usually do. just call and ask for the fax number. make sure to include ur claim number on every page tho!
16d
I'm so sorry you're dealing with this. The waiting game is the worst. Just remember, you're not alone in this struggle. We're all in the same boat, trying to stay afloat. Sending you positive vibes and hoping you get your payment soon! 💖
Thank you so much for the kind words. It really does help to know I'm not alone in this. Wishing you all the best too!
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Have you checked if there were any recent changes to PFL policies? Sometimes they update stuff and don't tell anyone 🙄
I haven't! That's a good point. Do you know where I could find info on recent updates?
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Try checking the official PFL website or their social media pages. They sometimes post updates there.
13d
oof, PFL claims are the worst. I swear the system is designed to make us give up. Hang in there, OP!
lol welcome to the wonderful world of california bureaucracy 🎉 where everything's made up and the processing times don't matter
🤣🤣🤣 ain't that the truth
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Has anyone tried reaching out to their local state representative's office? I've heard they can sometimes help speed things up with EDD claims.
I did this for my unemployment claim last year and it actually worked! Might be worth a shot for PFL too.
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Two weeks aint that long tbh. I waited 6 weeks before I heard anything back. Just gotta be patient
Easy to say when it's not YOUR rent on the line. 🙄
13d
fair point. didn't mean to sound insensitive. just sharing my experience
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Anyone else think its crazy that we have to jump through so many hoops just to get what we're entitled to? The system is rigged against us, I swear.
Preach! 🙌 It's like they make it difficult on purpose.
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Tin foil hat time: what if they do it to discourage people from claiming benefits? 🤔
9d
This might sound crazy, but have you tried reaching out to EDD on social media? I tweeted at them and surprisingly got a response pretty quick. Worth a shot! 🤷♂️
for real? what platform did u use?
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Twitter! Just make sure to not include any personal info in public tweets.
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Ugh, I feel ya. The whole system needs an overhaul. We shouldn't have to jump through hoops to get the benefits we're entitled to. Hang in there, OP!
This whole system is a joke. We pay into it our whole working lives and when we need it, it's like pulling teeth to get any help. Someone needs to overhaul this entire process. 😤
Preach! 🙌 It's like they purposely make it difficult so people will just give up.
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Totally agree. The system wasn't designed to handle this many claims. They need to upgrade their tech and hire more staff.
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Hey OP, hang in there. I know it feels hopeless, but it will get sorted eventually. In the meantime, take care of yourself. This stress can really wear you down. Remember to eat, sleep, and maybe try some meditation or something to keep your mind off it. We're all in this together. ❤️
Thank you so much for the kind words. It's easy to forget self-care when dealing with all this stress. I appreciate the reminder and support!
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Not to be that guy, but have you tried reaching out to your local representative? Sometimes they can light a fire under these agencies and get things moving.
Ive been waiting 6 months for my claim to be aproved. Consider yourself lucky 🙃
Oh no, that's terrible! I'm so sorry you're going through that. Hope you get it resolved soon
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Alicia Stern
I finally got through last week and they told me my claim was denied because of a typo on my application. Now I have to appeal and wait even longer. I'm so done with this BS 😫
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Gabriel Graham
Hey OP, what industry did you work in? Some industries have special programs or extensions available. Might be worth looking into!
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Isabella Brown
I was in hospitality. Didn't know about special programs, I'll def check that out. Thanks!
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