EDD: Can't get through to reopen unemployment claim. Help!

I found a way to solve unemployment claim reopening difficulties, watch this: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=oYvfaOzPnQY

Ugh, welcome to the club. 🙄 I've been trying to get through for weeks. It's like they don't want us to actually get our benefits.

Have you tried calling right when they open? I've heard that's the best time to get through.

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. Here's a video explaining it: https://youtu.be/0UZGuPWGErg

Here's what I've learned after months of dealing with this: 1. Persistence is key. Keep calling, even if it feels hopeless. 2. Try different times of day. Early morning and late afternoon seem to work best. 3. Use the online portal if possible. Sometimes you can reopen your claim there. 4. If you get through, be super nice to the rep. They're dealing with a lot too. 5. Have all your info ready when you call. It speeds things up. 6. Consider reaching out to your local representative. They can sometimes help. 7. Join Facebook groups for unemployment support. Lots of good tips there. Hang in there, OP. It's a broken system, but don't give up!

have u tried the online portal? sometimes u can reopen ur claim there without calling

I feel your pain, OP. The system is totally overwhelmed rn. Keep trying and don't lose hope!

PRO TIP: If you get through and they put you on hold, DO NOT HANG UP no matter how long it takes. I waited 4 hours once but finally got my issue resolved.

Anyone else think its ridiculous that we have to jump through all these hoops just to get what we're entitled to? The whole system needs an overhaul.