To clarify on some of the responses here - when unreported wages are found to be an honest mistake rather than willful fraud, EDD typically won't issue an overpayment or disqualification, especially for smaller amounts like you mentioned. The interviewer was required to tell you about appeal rights because that's standard procedure for ALL determinations, even favorable ones. The Notice of Determination you'll receive will include language about appeal rights regardless of whether they ruled in your favor or not. This is because all EDD determinations, positive or negative, can be appealed (though obviously you wouldn't appeal a favorable decision). The payment status changing to PAID is the system implementation of their decision, which is clearly in your favor. While there are occasional system glitches, this sequence of events strongly indicates a positive outcome for your claim.

Congratulations on getting your payments! I went through a similar situation last year with unreported DoorDash earnings from 2022 that I completely forgot about (only like $1,800). The interviewer was ice cold and made me feel like a criminal, but my payments also switched to PAID right after the call. Got my money within 2 days and the determination letter a week later confirming they ruled it was an honest oversight. The key thing EDD looks for is whether you were trying to hide income deliberately vs. just making a mistake. Since you were honest about it during the interview and the amount was relatively small, they likely saw it as the latter. Definitely keep reporting everything going forward - even if it's just $50 from a random gig. Better safe than sorry with EDD!

Based on everyone's experiences shared here, it really sounds like you have a strong case for getting UI benefits approved! The fact that you tried to work with your employer on the schedule issue and have documentation of your childcare search puts you in a good position. I wanted to add one more thing that might be helpful - when you're preparing for your eligibility interview, consider creating a simple one-page summary that includes: - Timeline of events (schedule changes, your requests for accommodation, when you quit) - Financial impact (income loss, childcare cost estimates) - Evidence you'll reference (emails, texts, daycare waitlist confirmations) Having this organized summary can help you stay focused during the interview and make sure you don't forget to mention important details when you're nervous. The success stories in this thread show that EDD does recognize childcare as legitimate good cause when you can prove you exhausted other options. With your 3 years at the full-time job, your benefit amount should be calculated on those higher wages too, which will help. Don't let the initial stress discourage you from applying - even if there's a chance of initial denial, the appeals process is there for exactly these situations. You've got solid documentation and a legitimate case. Good luck with your application!

I'm so grateful to have found this thread! I'm dealing with almost the exact same situation - had to quit my full-time job because they changed my schedule with no notice and I couldn't arrange childcare. I've been terrified to apply for UI because I thought quitting meant automatic disqualification. Reading all these success stories is giving me hope that I might actually have a chance. I have emails where I asked my supervisor for a consistent schedule, documentation of my childcare search, and even cost estimates showing that emergency care would have eaten up most of my paycheck. @Zara Khan - have you decided to file your claim yet? I'm in the same boat with still working part-time but losing most of my income. Maybe we can support each other through this process! Thank you to everyone who shared their experiences - especially the detailed tips about documentation and interview preparation. This community is amazing for helping people navigate such a stressful situation. I'm going to organize my evidence this weekend and file my claim next week. Fingers crossed!

Just wanted to add one more tip that helped me - when you get your doctor's documentation, ask them to be VERY specific about your functional limitations, not just hours. For example, "can work 15-20 hours per week with no lifting over 10 lbs, frequent breaks every 2 hours, and ability to alternate sitting/standing" rather than just "can work part-time." EDD seems to really appreciate that level of detail and it helps avoid questions later. Also, if your condition changes (gets better or worse), make sure to get updated documentation right away. I learned this the hard way when my recovery progressed faster than expected and I didn't update my work capacity documentation for a few weeks - caused some confusion with my benefits calculation.

I went through this exact situation about 6 months ago with a back injury. Here's what I wish someone had told me upfront: 1. **Get your doctor's clearance IN WRITING before you even apply** - don't just mention it verbally. The form should specify exactly what you can/can't do. 2. **The Supplemental Wage Information form is crucial** - it usually comes with your initial SDI packet if you indicate you might work. If you forget to mention it initially, you can still get the form later but it's easier to get it from the start. 3. **Keep a detailed log** - I tracked every hour worked, every dollar earned, and every form submitted. This saved me when EDD had questions about a specific week. 4. **The wage loss calculation isn't as scary as it sounds** - basically they look at what you were making before vs now, and you get benefits to partially make up the difference. You won't get rich but you also shouldn't lose money by working part-time. The biggest headache for me was actually getting through to EDD when I had questions. Took forever on the phone. But once I got the process down, it worked pretty smoothly. Just be patient with the bureaucracy and document everything!

Don't worry, this happens more than you'd think! When this happened to me, I called the EDD phone number (1-800-300-5616) and pressed 1-2-1 to get through to someone. Make sure to mention that you were available during your scheduled time window and never received the call. They should be able to reschedule without penalizing your benefits. Also, keep detailed notes of when you call, who you speak with, and any reference numbers they give you. The key is being persistent but polite - they deal with this situation regularly and know it's not always the claimant's fault. Good luck!

This exact thing happened to my friend last week! EDD never called during her scheduled window either. She ended up calling the main number and explaining the situation - turns out there was a system glitch on their end that day. They rescheduled her for the following week with no issues or penalties to her benefits. The rep even apologized and noted in her file that the missed call wasn't her fault. So definitely don't stress too much about this affecting your benefits - it's more common than you'd think and they're usually pretty understanding when it's on their end. Just make sure to call them ASAP to get it sorted out!

Hey Lucas! I'm dealing with the exact same frustrating situation right now. Got approved 3 weeks ago and my card still hasn't arrived either. After reading through all these comments, I called Money Network at 1-866-692-9374 (thanks Harper!) and they confirmed my card was issued 2 weeks ago but is stuck somewhere in their shipping delays. The rep said they're having major issues with their mailing vendor and cards that normally take 7-10 days are now taking 3-4 weeks! I'm also stressing about rent - ended up asking family for a short-term loan until this card finally shows up. Definitely setting up direct deposit the second I can activate this thing. This whole system is ridiculous in 2025!

I'm in week 3 of waiting for my card too! This thread has been so helpful - I had no idea I could call Money Network directly instead of trying to get through to EDD. Just called 1-866-692-9374 and confirmed my card was issued 16 days ago but is stuck in their shipping backlog. The rep said they're seeing 3-4 week delays right now which is insane! I'm also setting up direct deposit through UI Online today so I never have to deal with this card nonsense again. It's ridiculous that in 2025 we still have to wait weeks for a physical card when direct deposit should be the default. Hope yours shows up soon Lucas - sounds like most people are getting theirs eventually, just way later than promised!