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I went through something similar when I moved here from Texas. The sudden cutoff is really jarring when you're used to better communication from other state systems. One thing that helped me was setting up job alerts on multiple platforms (Indeed, LinkedIn, ZipRecruiter) and also checking with local workforce development centers - they sometimes have resources for people who've exhausted UI benefits. Also, if you haven't already, make sure to update your resume to highlight any new skills you picked up during that freelance work you mentioned. Even small gigs can show you stayed active and adaptable during your job search.
That's really solid advice about the job alerts and workforce centers! I hadn't thought about highlighting the freelance work on my resume - you're right that it shows I've been staying active. The sudden cutoff really is jarring compared to other states. Did you find the workforce development centers had any specific programs for people who've exhausted their UI benefits, or was it more general job search help?
I'm in a similar situation - my benefits just ended after about 8 months and I was completely caught off guard. The lack of warning is really frustrating when you're trying to budget and plan ahead. I've been reading through all these responses and it's helpful to know I'm not alone in this experience. Has anyone had success with the workforce development centers that were mentioned? I'm in the Bay Area and wondering if there are specific locations that are particularly helpful for tech workers who've exhausted their UI benefits.
I'm also in the Bay Area and just went through this! The One-Stop Career Centers in San Jose and San Francisco have been really helpful. They have specific programs for tech workers including resume workshops that focus on translating skills between different tech roles, and some locations offer networking events. The San Mateo location also has partnerships with local tech companies for job placement. You can find locations at https://www.caljobs.ca.gov/ - I'd recommend calling ahead to ask about their programs for UI exhaustees since some locations have waiting lists for certain services. Also, don't overlook the smaller community colleges - many have career centers that are less crowded than the main workforce centers.
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I went through something similar last year! The key thing is don't panic - they really do call within that 7-day window they mentioned in the voicemail. In my experience, they usually try again around the same time of day as the original missed call, so maybe try to keep your schedule lighter around 2-3pm over the next few days. Also, make sure your voicemail greeting is professional and mentions you're expecting an important call from EDD - sometimes that helps them know they have the right person. The fact that they left a voicemail is actually a good sign that your case is still active. Hang in there!
That's really reassuring to hear! I've been so stressed about this whole situation. I'll definitely try to keep my schedule clear around 2-3pm for the next few days and update my voicemail greeting like you suggested. It's good to know that getting a voicemail is actually a positive sign - I was worried they were just going through the motions before denying my claim. Thanks for sharing your experience, it really helps to know I'm not alone in dealing with EDD's unpredictable scheduling!
I've been through this exact situation multiple times with EDD! The fact that they called and left a voicemail saying they'll try again within 7 days is actually really good - it means your case is still active and they're following protocol. A few tips from my experience: 1) They often call around the same time as the missed call, so try to keep 2-3pm free for the next week, 2) Make sure your phone isn't set to auto-reject unknown numbers, 3) Have all your documents ready because when they do call back, they usually want to complete the interview right then and there. The waiting is super stressful but you're not going to lose your benefits over this - they know their scheduling is unpredictable. Just stay available and keep checking your UI Online account for any updates!
This is super helpful advice! I'm definitely going to check my phone settings to make sure unknown numbers aren't being blocked. That's such a good point about having all documents ready - I've been so focused on just getting the call that I hadn't thought about being prepared for the actual interview. Do you remember what specific documents they typically ask for during these eligibility interviews? I want to make sure I have everything organized and ready to go when they call back. The stress of waiting is killing me but it's reassuring to hear from people who've been through this successfully!
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That's awesome that it's showing as processing! Just wanted to add for anyone else reading this - make sure to keep screenshots of that payment processing status in case there are any issues later. I've learned the hard way with EDD that documentation is everything. Also, the prorated amount should be roughly your daily benefit rate multiplied by 5 days (since it's covering Mon-Fri that week). Hope it hits your account smoothly!
Great advice about keeping screenshots! I'm new to this whole disability claim process and had no idea about documenting everything. Quick question - when you say "daily benefit rate," is that just the weekly amount divided by 7? Or is there a separate daily rate shown somewhere in the SDI account? Want to make sure I understand how to calculate what we should expect for any future partial weeks.
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So glad to see this success story! I'm currently dealing with the same ID.me nightmare - been locked out for over a month now. Reading through all these comments, it seems like the trusted referee video call is really the only reliable solution when you can't access your recovery methods. Going to try this approach today. Thanks for sharing your experience and giving hope to the rest of us stuck in verification purgatory!
Best of luck with the trusted referee call! Just a heads up - make sure you have good lighting and a stable internet connection before you start waiting in the queue. It would be so frustrating to wait hours only to have technical issues during the actual call. Also, have all your documents ready (ID, SSN card if you have it) so you're not scrambling when they connect you. The wait time can vary a lot depending on the day/time, but it's definitely worth it once you get through. Hope you get this resolved quickly!
For anyone dealing with ID.me verification issues, I highly recommend documenting everything throughout the process. Keep screenshots of error messages, note down the dates and times you attempted verification, and save any confirmation numbers from help requests. This documentation can be really helpful if you need to escalate the issue later or if there are any disputes about your claim timeline. Also, once you do get through the trusted referee call, make sure to update your contact information immediately so you don't get locked out again in the future. The whole system is frustrating but having a paper trail helps protect you.
GalaxyGuardian
UPDATE: Just wanted to let everyone know that I got the claim reopened! After clicking on the certify button like suggested, I did get the reopen option. Filled everything out yesterday, and today I was able to certify for last week. It shows my payment as pending, but at least the process is moving forward. Thanks everyone for your help!
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Aisha Abdullah
•That's great news! The pending status is normal for the first payment after reopening. It should switch to paid within 2-3 days. Make sure to continue certifying every two weeks on time even if you're still waiting for that first payment to process.
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Connor Richards
Congratulations on getting it resolved! This thread is such a perfect example of how confusing EDD can be for situations like this. Your experience will definitely help other people who find themselves in the same boat - having an old claim that looks "active" but hasn't been used in months. It's really not intuitive that you need to click "Certify for Benefits" first to get the reopen option to appear. Hope your payment comes through quickly!
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Isaiah Sanders
•Absolutely agree! I'm new to this community but this whole thread has been incredibly helpful to read through. The EDD system really is counterintuitive - who would think to click "Certify for Benefits" to find the reopen option? It's like they designed it to be as confusing as possible. @GalaxyGuardian thank you for posting the update, it gives me hope that when I inevitably run into EDD issues (seems like everyone does eventually), there are people here who actually know what they're talking about!
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