SDI claim issues: EDD couldn't help, need to contact SDI directly. Any tips?

I found a way to solve SDI claim contact difficulties, watch this: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=bNp93U3KD7k

Ugh, I feel your pain. The whole system is a mess. I've been trying to get through to SDI for weeks now. It's like they're purposely making it difficult for us to get help. 🤬

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 a video explaining it: https://youtu.be/Ize0EkN4HDI

Here's what I've learned after dealing with SDI for months: • Always have your claim number ready • Keep a log of every call you make (date, time, who you spoke to) • Be persistent and don't give up • If possible, try to handle things online through their portal • If you must call, try different times of the day • Be polite but firm with the representatives Hope this helps someone! We're all in this together. 💪

am i the only one who thinks its ridiculous that we have to jump through all these hoops just to get our benefits? like, we paid into this system, right? 🤔

Has anyone tried contacting their local representative about this? Maybe if enough of us complain, they'll do something to improve the system.

Pro tip: if you get through to someone but they can't help, ask them to transfer you directly to the SDI department instead of hanging up and calling again. Sometimes they can do an internal transfer that bypasses the main menu. 🧠