Thank you! That's really helpful advice for my mortgage situation. I'll definitely request that statement once I get this sorted out. I appreciate everyone's help here!

I'm going through the exact same thing right now! My $2,200 refund was intercepted 4 weeks ago and my UI Online balance hasn't budged at all. It's so stressful not knowing if they even received it properly. I've been trying to call but can never get through. Reading everyone's experiences here makes me feel a bit better knowing I'm not alone, but also worried it might take months to resolve. Has anyone had success with the EDD overpayment email address, or is calling really the only way to get answers?

I'm dealing with a very similar situation right now with my mom who has dementia. One thing that helped me was contacting my local Senior and Disability Services office - they had a caseworker who walked me through every possible assistance program I might qualify for. Some I'd never heard of, like emergency rent assistance through community action agencies. Also, if you haven't already, make sure you're claiming your dad as a dependent on your taxes if possible. My tax preparer told me about the Credit for Other Dependents which can help a little at tax time. It's not immediate help but every bit counts. Have you considered reaching out to local churches or community organizations? Even if you're not religious, many have emergency assistance funds for community members facing hardship. I was embarrassed to ask at first, but the pastor at a church near me said they help caregivers regularly and connected me with their benevolence fund. Hang in there - what you're doing for your father is so important even when the system makes it feel impossible.

I'm a former EDD caseworker and want to clarify something important that might give you hope. While regular UI benefits require you to be available for work, California does have some lesser-known programs that might apply to your situation. First, there's the Disability Insurance (DI) program for caregivers who become unable to work due to their own health conditions that arise from caregiving stress - this is separate from PFL. Some caregivers qualify if they develop anxiety, depression, or physical ailments from the stress of caregiving. Second, and this is crucial - if you can demonstrate that you're able to do ANY work (even just a few hours per week of remote work), you might qualify for partial unemployment benefits under the "work sharing" provisions. The key is showing you're available for SOME work, not necessarily full-time work. I'd strongly recommend calling EDD directly and specifically asking about these scenarios. Don't let the first representative dismiss you - ask to speak with a specialist about caregiver situations. Document everything in writing. Also check if your county has a "Caregiver Support Specialist" - it's a newer position some counties created specifically to help people navigate exactly this type of situation.

I'm new to this whole EDD Money Network thing and reading through all these experiences is making me nervous about my own upcoming transfer! I just got my first payment and was planning to transfer it this weekend, but now I'm realizing that might not be the best timing. Quick question - if I do the transfer on a Friday afternoon, does that mean it won't even start processing until Monday? And then I'd potentially be waiting until Tuesday or Wednesday for it to hit my account? Just trying to understand the timeline better so I can plan accordingly.

I've been using the Money Network card for about 6 months now and here's what I've learned about transfer timing: Chase is actually one of the faster banks for ACH transfers. Since you did your transfer yesterday afternoon, you'll likely see it tomorrow morning if it was before 3pm, or Wednesday if it was later. One thing that helped me reduce anxiety about timing was setting up email/text alerts in my Chase app for incoming deposits - that way I get notified the moment it hits my account instead of constantly checking. Also, for future reference, Money Network usually processes outgoing transfers around 11pm PST, so transfers initiated early in the day have a better chance of going out same day. Hang in there - the 1-2 business day estimate is pretty accurate for Chase in my experience!

I'm so sorry you're going through this nightmare! I just went through something extremely similar last month - had over $3,200 showing as available but couldn't access it for 2 months because of payment preference issues. Reading your update about Money Network confirming no card was issued is actually good news because now you know exactly what the problem is. I went the paper check route too and honestly, it was the best decision. My first check arrived in 8 days once EDD properly updated my preference in their system. One thing that really helped me when I finally got through to EDD was being very specific about the timeline and what each rep told me. Write down dates, reference numbers, and exactly what they said they would do. The inconsistency between reps is unreal - having that documentation saved me from starting over multiple times. Also, don't feel bad about using a service like Claimyr if the regular phone lines aren't working. I was stubborn and kept trying the free way for weeks, but honestly the stress wasn't worth it when I had bills piling up. Sometimes you just need to get a human on the line who can actually see what's wrong with your account. Keep us posted - rooting for you to get this resolved soon!

I just went through this exact same issue a few weeks ago! The frustration is real when you can see the money but can't touch it. Here's what finally worked for me: Since you already confirmed with Money Network that no card was issued, you're ahead of where I was. I also switched to paper checks using the DE 5800 form and it was the right call. My first check arrived exactly 9 days after EDD updated my payment preference. A couple things that helped me: - When you call EDD (or use Claimyr), ask them to check for any "payment holds" or "address verification flags" on your account. Sometimes there are hidden issues blocking the payment setup - Request they send you the confirmation letter about your payment preference change via both mail AND email if possible - Get a reference number for the call and ask them to put detailed notes about what they changed The paper check system is honestly more reliable than the debit card mess. You can always switch back to the card later once you know everything is working properly. Don't feel bad about using a paid service to get through - I wasted weeks trying the free route and wish I'd just paid to talk to someone sooner. You're so close to getting this resolved! Keep us posted on how the Claimyr call goes.

I had the same issue with rejected direct deposits! What saved me was immediately logging into my EDD account and switching to the debit card option while I was waiting to get through on the phone. That way if the reissue takes forever, at least future payments won't get rejected. Also, pro tip - if your bank rejected it once, they might do it again even after you fix the info, so the debit card might be your safest bet. The whole system is frustrating but hang in there! 💪

I'm dealing with a similar situation right now! My direct deposit got rejected because my bank account was frozen (long story), and now I'm seeing those dreaded "cancelled" payments in my account too. It's been about 3 weeks since I first noticed it. From reading everyone's responses, it sounds like calling early morning is key, but I'm also going to try updating my payment method to the debit card option online first. Has anyone had success getting multiple cancelled payments reissued at once, or do they make you request each one separately? Just trying to prepare for when I finally get through to someone!