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Applied for disability 2 months ago, no info yet. Normal wait time?

Hey everyone, I'm feeling really frustrated. I applied for disability benefits almost two months ago and I haven't heard anything back. Not a single piece of information. Is this normal? Has anyone else experienced such a long wait time? I'm starting to get worried that something might be wrong with my application.

Tom Maxon

I found a way to solve long disability application wait times, watch this: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=7SuTDI8BFNU

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Paolo Longo

Ugh, welcome to the club. šŸ™„ I waited THREE months before I got any update on my disability claim. The system is so slow, it's ridiculous.

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CosmicCowboy

Three months? You got lucky! I'm going on 5 months now and still radio silence. This whole process is a joke.

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Amina Diallo

Wow, that's crazy! I wonder if it depends on what state your in? Anyone know if some states are faster than others?

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Paolo Longo

idk about other states, but here in California it's like they're using carrier pigeons to process applications or smthn šŸ¦

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Oliver Schulz

Have you tried calling them? Sometimes you gotta be proactive and chase them down for info.

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Keisha Johnson

I've tried calling but I can never get through. It's always busy or I'm on hold forever. šŸ˜«

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Natasha Orlova

Pro tip: call right when they open. Like, set an alarm and everything. Sometimes you can get through faster that way.

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Javier Cruz

Listen up, I found a method that actually works to get someone on the phone. I used this site's (claimyr.com) calling tool that dials the phone menu, stays on hold, waits for a live agent to pick up, then sends the call to my phone. It does cost $20, but it works. Check out this video for more info: https://youtu.be/0UZGuPWGErg

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Emma Wilson

Sounds too good to be true. Has anyone else tried this?

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Malik Thomas

$20 just to talk to someone? That's highway robbery! šŸ˜¤

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Javier Cruz

I get the skepticism, but after spending hours trying to get through, $20 was worth it for me. Got my issues sorted in one call.

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NeonNebula

How does it work exactly? Do they give you a specific time to expect the call?

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Javier Cruz

Yeah, you schedule a time window. When they get an agent, they call you. Super simple.

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Isabella Costa

Here's what you need to know about the disability application process: ā€¢ The average processing time is 3-5 months, but it can vary ā€¢ They should send you an acknowledgment letter within 2 weeks of receiving your application ā€¢ If you haven't received this, your application might not have been received ā€¢ You can check your application status online in most states ā€¢ They might contact you for additional information, so keep an eye on your mail and email ā€¢ If you have a critical financial need, you can request an expedited process Hope this helps! Hang in there, the waiting game is tough but try to stay patient.

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Keisha Johnson

Thank you so much for this detailed info! I didn't get an acknowledgment letter, so maybe I should follow up. Really appreciate the help! šŸ™

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Ravi Malhotra

This is super helpful. Wish they'd make this info more readily available on their website.

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Freya Christensen

am i the only 1 who thinks its crazy that in 2023 we still have to deal with this kinda bureaucratic bs? like, we can order pizza with an emoji but cant get basic info about our benefits? šŸ¤”

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Omar Farouk

Protip: If you're really desperate, contact your local state representative. Sometimes they can light a fire under the disability office.

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Chloe Davis

This! šŸ‘† I did this and suddenly my application started moving. It's like magic lol

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AstroAlpha

How do you even find out who your local rep is?

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Omar Farouk

Just Google '[your state] find my representative'. Most states have a website where you can input your address and it'll tell you.

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Diego Chavez

guys im in the same boat. applied 6 weeks ago and crickets. this whole system needs an overhaul fr

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