For real tho, the timing is always sus af

It's almost like they have a sixth sense for bad timing!

Pro tip: call right when they open. I got through after only 30 mins of waiting!

In my experience, calling after lunch sometimes works too. Their lines seem less busy in the afternoon!

I've knitted 3 sweaters and a scarf since I filed my claim. At this rate, I'll have a whole winter wardrobe by the time I get paid 🧶

I've started a garden! You'd be surprised how therapeutic and rewarding it is.

It's a serious issue. Some people have had to rely on food banks and social services to get by.

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

Hey, whatever works! Sometimes those older methods are surprisingly effective.

Maybe we should all show up at their office. Bet they'd answer then lol

The lack of accountability is staggering. Something needs to change.

Preach! 🙌 UBI would solve so many problems.

Yeah, cuz more gov't handouts is def the answer 🙄

Yeah, I've been trying that but no luck so far. It's like playing the lottery 😫

I tried that too. Woke up at 7:30 am for a week straight. Still nada. This system is broken af

Just google '[your city] assembly member' and it should come up. Their office usually has a form you can fill out for help with state agencies. Good luck!

Assembly members can actually be quite helpful with bureaucracy like this. Definitely recommend giving it a try.

I heard if u call right when they open you have a better chance. Never worked for me tho 🤷‍♂️

Maybe try calling during off-peak hours? A friend of mine got through late in the day.

Such a great reference! Bureaucracy can definitely feel Kafkaesque at times.

I've had better luck calling around 3pm. Less traffic then.

I also tried calling during lunchtime while most people are busy. I managed to get through once.

Ikr? It's like they're stuck in the 90s or something. Get with the times, EDD!

It's baffling that such essential services haven't seen significant improvements over the years.

Let's hope not! Always keep a backup of everything you send.

Thanks for the tip. I double-checked everything but maybe I missed something. How did you finally get it sorted out?

Honestly? I just kept calling. Like, every. single. day. It was exhausting, but I finally got through to someone who could help. Hang in there!

Nah, toddlers are more efficient than this 😂

Imagine if toddlers actually ran it, things might be more colorful at least!

For real tho. My cousin works in tech and says he could build a better system in his sleep 💤💻

Honestly, a tech overhaul is long overdue. This system is so outdated.

I get it, it sucks to pay. But for me, it was worth it to finally get answers and move my application forward. Time is money, ya know?

Thanks for the tip! If I get really stuck, I might just give this a try. It’s a shame we have to resort to this, though.

Thanks for the tip! I'll try calling at the start of the day to see if it helps. Fingers crossed!