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How to update address and reopen EDD claim? Tips for contacting CA unemployment office?

Hey everyone, I'm having some issues with my EDD claim and I need to make some changes. I need to update my address and reopen my claim, but I'm not sure how to go about it. Has anyone gone through this process recently? Any tips on how to get in touch with someone at EDD? I've been trying to call but no luck so far. Thanks in advance for any help!

Avery Flores

ATTENTION EVERYONE: If you're having trouble with EDD, document EVERYTHING. Keep a log of all your calls, save screenshots of errors, write down names of people you talk to. It'll help if you need to escalate your case later.

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Zoe Gonzalez

This is such good advice. I've had to reference my notes several times.

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Noah Lee

Ugh, dealing with EDD is such a nightmare. I've been trying to get through to them for weeks. Good luck, you're gonna need it!

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Ava Hernandez

I actually found a way 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 the link: https://claimyr.com

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Isabella Martin

Wait, seriously? Is this legit? Sounds too good to be true.

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Ava Hernandez

Yep, 100% legit. I was skeptical at first too, but I was desperate. It worked like a charm.

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Elijah Jackson

$20 just to talk to someone? That's ridiculous. The system is so broken 🤦‍♂️

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Ava Hernandez

I get it, but for me, it was worth it. Spent way more than $20 in time and frustration trying to get through on my own.

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Sophia Miller

I can see both sides. On one hand, $20 is a lot for a call, but when you factor in lost time and stress, it might be worth it for some people. Just wish the system was more accessible.

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Katherine Harris

Anyone else feel like they could write a PhD dissertation on "The Art of Navigating EDD" at this point? 🎓😅

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Madison Allen

For real tho. I've learned more about bureaucracy from EDD than I ever wanted to know 😭

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Joshua Wood

Lol same. Put that on your resume: "Expert in EDD claim management" 😂

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Ezra Collins

PSA: If you're having trouble with your claim, make sure you're not certifying for benefits while trying to reopen. It can mess things up in the system.

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Victoria Scott

That's a good point. It's easy to overlook something like that when you're stressed.

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Aaron Lee

Hey OP, just wanted to say hang in there. I know it's frustrating, but you'll get through eventually. We're all in this together! 💪

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Chloe Mitchell

I've been dealing with EDD for over a year now, and here's my comprehensive guide to getting things done: 1. Persistence is key. Call every day if you have to. 2. Use the online portal for simple stuff, but don't rely on it for complex issues. 3. Be prepared with all your documents before you call. 4. Always ask for a confirmation number or reference number for your call. 5. If you're not getting anywhere, try contacting your local representatives. 6. Join Facebook groups or forums for EDD claimants - sometimes you can get good tips there. 7. If all else fails, consider using a paid service like the one mentioned earlier to get through. Remember, the system is overwhelmed, but keep pushing. Good luck!

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Olivia Garcia

Wow, thank you so much for this detailed response! This is really helpful. I'll definitely try some of these strategies.

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Michael Adams

This should be pinned at the top of the subreddit tbh

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Natalie Wang

You forgot "sacrifice a goat to the EDD gods" 🐐😂 But seriously, great advice!

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Zoe Gonzalez

Has anyone else noticed that the hold music has changed? It used to be that awful jazz, now it's some kind of elevator pop. Not sure if that's an improvement or not 🎵🤔

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Ashley Adams

Omg yes! I thought I was going crazy. At least it's not as depressing as the old music 😂

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Alexis Robinson

Great, now I'll have THAT stuck in my head all day. Thanks a lot 😑

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Mason Davis

Here's what worked for me: call right when they open at 8am. Keep redialing if you get a busy signal. It took me about 30 tries, but I finally got through. Good luck!

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Amelia Martinez

Pro tip: when you do get through, ask for a tier 2 specialist right away. The first person you talk to usually can't do much.

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Emily Parker

I swear, dealing with EDD is harder than my actual job. Can we get paid for this? 🤑

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Ezra Collins

Ha, right? We should get a stipend for the hours spent on hold.

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Jacob Lewis

Have you tried reaching out to your local assembly member's office? They sometimes have direct lines to EDD and can help push things through.

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Olivia Garcia

I hadn't thought of that. How do I find my assembly member?

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Jacob Lewis

Just google "[your city] assembly member". Their office should have a contact form or phone number. They're usually pretty helpful with EDD issues.

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Benjamin Johnson

In response to the original post, if you're struggling to reach EDD or make changes to your claim, Claimyr can be a useful tool, albeit with a cost. It does provide a solution for immediate needs but ideally, customer support systems should be more accessible without extra fees. Additionally, reaching out to your local assembly member or using social media platforms like Twitter to contact EDD might yield results. Remember, persistence is essential, and keeping detailed records of your interactions with EDD can help resolve disputes in the future. The system's issues are known, and hopefully, improvements will be implemented soon. Hang in there!

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Ethan Clark

I've heard rumors that they're updating the system soon to make it easier to change addresses and reopen claims online. Anyone know if there's any truth to that?

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Mila Walker

lol yeah right. They've been saying that for years. I'll believe it when I see it 🙄

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Logan Scott

I actually saw something about this on the EDD Twitter account. Supposedly coming "soon" but who knows what that means in government time 😂

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Mia Rodriguez

I'm in the same boat, trying to reopen my claim. Been calling for days with no luck. This whole system is a joke 😤

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Jacob Lewis

Same here! It's like they don't want us to get through. Stay strong!

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Noah Torres

Has anyone else noticed that if you call on Tuesdays around 2:30pm, you have a better chance of getting through? Or am I just imagining things?

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Samantha Hall

Huh, I'll have to try that. At this point, I'm willing to try any trick in the book!

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Ryan Young

I've had better luck on Thursday mornings. Maybe different days work for different offices?

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Sophia Miller

Have you tried using the online portal to update your address? Sometimes you can make changes there without having to call in.

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Olivia Garcia

I tried, but it keeps giving me an error message. That's why I need to talk to someone directly.

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Sophia Miller

Ah, gotcha. Yeah, the online system can be glitchy. Calling is probably your best bet then.

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Sophia Clark

Just a reminder to everyone: be nice to the EDD reps when you do get through. They're dealing with a broken system too and probably hate it as much as we do.

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Katherine Harris

So true. A little kindness can go a long way, especially with the stress they're under.

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Justin Evans

Hey OP, don't forget to check your spam folder regularly. Sometimes important EDD emails end up there for some reason.

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Emily Parker

Good call! I've missed a couple of important emails that way.

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Chloe Green

Hey OP, just a heads up - when you do get through, make sure you have all your docs ready. They'll probably ask for proof of your new address and maybe some ID verification stuff. Better to have it all on hand so you don't have to call back.

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Lucas Adams

This might sound crazy, but has anyone tried faxing EDD? I remember reading somewhere that they still accept faxes and it might be faster than calling.

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Harper Hill

What year is it, 1995? 📠 But honestly, at this point I'd try anything lol

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Caden Nguyen

I actually tried this! Sent a fax and got a response in about a week. Not super fast, but faster than trying to call.

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Avery Flores

That's interesting! Maybe it's worth a try if calling isn't working.

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