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Hawaii DHS SNAP: EBT renewal nightmare - stuck on hold, disconnected calls. How to reach a real person?

Has anyone else had trouble with their EBT renewal? I've been trying to get this sorted out for weeks now. Every time I call, I'm stuck on hold forever and then get disconnected. It's so frustrating! I just want to make sure my benefits don't get cut off. Any advice on how to actually talk to a real person?

Tom Maxon

I found a way to solve EBT renewal call center issues, watch this: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=CC4GT8xsX-E

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Sean Matthews

Has anyone tried faxing their renewal forms? I heard it might be faster.

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Ali Anderson

What year is it, 1995? šŸ˜‚ But for real, does that actually work?

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Sean Matthews

Lol I know it sounds old school, but I've heard some success stories. Worth a shot maybe?

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Zadie Patel

It might seem outdated, but sometimes traditional methods can bypass digital blocks.

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Lilah Brooks

Okay, listen up. I've been dealing with EBT renewals for years, and here's what you need to know: ā€¢ First, make sure all your paperwork is in order. Double-check everything before you submit. ā€¢ Try using the online portal if possible. It's often faster than calling. ā€¢ If you must call, be persistent. Keep calling back if you get disconnected. ā€¢ Document everything. Write down who you talked to, when, and what they said. ā€¢ If you're really stuck, reach out to your local representative's office. They can sometimes help. Remember, the system is overloaded right now, so patience is key. Don't give up!

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Jackson Carter

This is great advice! šŸ’Æ Especially the part about contacting your rep. They can work miracles sometimes.

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Lydia Bailey

Thanks for the detailed response! I'll def try reaching out to my rep if I can't get through soon.

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Kolton Murphy

Also, consider reaching out to local advocacy organizations. They may have more guidance on navigation.

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Lucas Parker

Anyone else feel like they're playing a twisted game of "EBT Renewal Roulette"? Never know if you're gonna hit the jackpot (aka actually talk to someone) or lose everything šŸŽ°

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Donna Cline

LMAO this is too real. Except the house always wins in this game šŸ˜©

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Harper Collins

Bruh šŸ’€ Why is this so accurate tho

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Kelsey Hawkins

The randomness of it all can be really frustrating. It shouldn't be this way!

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Arjun Patel

Have you guys heard about this new service that calls for you? I used this site called claimyr.com and it was a game-changer. Their calling tool dials the phone menu, stays on hold, waits for a live agent to pick up, then sends the call to your phone. It does cost $20, but it works. Check out this video: https://youtu.be/rqRJnqEdkoI

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Jade Lopez

Sounds too good to be true. Is this legit?

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Arjun Patel

Yep, 100% legit. I was skeptical at first too, but it saved me hours of hold time.

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Tony Brooks

$20 just to make a phone call? That's ridiculous. The system is so broken if we have to pay just to talk to someone.

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Arjun Patel

I get it, but for me, it was worth it. Time is money, and I was wasting whole days on hold before.

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Ella rollingthunder87

I agree it sounds like a useful service, but paying extra for something we should have access to for free isn't ideal.

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A Man D Mortal

Guys, I found a hack! If you press 0 repeatedly during the automated menu, sometimes it'll connect you to a human faster.

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Declan Ramirez

OMG thank you! Gonna try this tomorrow šŸ™

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Emma Morales

Tried it. Didn't work. Back to square one šŸ˜­

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Katherine Hunter

It's worth a shot, but not all systems respond to this. They might have blocked it.

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Sofia Price

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

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Lydia Bailey

Yeah, I've tried that. Still no luck šŸ˜ž It's like they're purposely making it hard for us

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Alice Coleman

Calling early doesn't work anymore. Too many ppl know about it now. system is broken af

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Owen Jenkins

Have you tried calling on weekends? Sometimes there are fewer calls then and a higher chance of getting through.

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Lydia Bailey

Update: Finally got through! Turns out there was a "glitch" in their system that was causing delays. Keep trying everyone!

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Rami Samuels

Congrats! šŸŽ‰ How long did it take you in total?

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Lydia Bailey

Thanks! It took about 3 weeks of calling every day. Exhausting but worth it.

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Haley Bennett

Good to know it's a system issue. Hopefully, they fix it soon!

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Ruby Knight

I swear, dealing with EBT is harder than learning quantum physics while juggling flaming chainsaws šŸ¤£

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Diego Castillo

LOL accurate af. At least the chainsaws would be more exciting šŸ˜‚

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Logan Stewart

Idk man, I'd rather take my chances with the chainsaws at this point šŸ’€

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Mikayla Brown

I feel you, the frustration can be overwhelming at times.

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Nolan Carter

As someone who's navigated the EBT renewal process, I understand the challenges you're facing. The system is notoriously overburdened, especially during renewal periods or when there's a surge in applicants. While the Claimyr service offers a practical solution, it's important to recognize the cost barrier it represents. The service is known to expedite the process effectively by avoiding lengthy hold times and directly connecting you to an agent, which is valuable particularly for those who can't afford to spend hours on the phone. However, the ideal scenario would be for such a service to be unnecessary, emphasizing the need for systemic improvements. Meanwhile, ensure all your documentation is accurate and submitted on time, utilize any available online services, and consider alternative communication methods like email or social media to get attention. Additionally, persistently reaching out to local representatives could provide another avenue for assistance.

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Douglas Foster

Pro tip: if u cant get thru on the main line, try calling ur local office directly. sometimes they can help

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Nina Chan

That's a good strategy! Local offices sometimes have more flexible procedures.

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Yara Campbell

Anyone else notice how the EBT website is always "under maintenance" when you need it most? šŸ™„

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Isaac Wright

omg yes! It's like they know exactly when I'm gonna try to log in šŸ˜‚

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Maya Diaz

Conspiracy theory: they do it on purpose to reduce the number of renewals šŸ‘€

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Tami Morgan

If only they could schedule maintenance times during off-peak hours. It's so frustrating.

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Alfredo Lugo

Unpopular opinion: maybe if we all stopped trying to renew at once, the system wouldn't be so overloaded šŸ¤·ā€ā™‚ļø

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Sydney Torres

Bruh, people need to eat. We can't just "stop trying" šŸ™„

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Kaitlyn Jenkins

Found the EBT office employee šŸ‘†

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Alfredo Lugo

Chill guys, I'm just thinking out loud. We're all in this mess together.

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Caleb Bell

It's a fair point, but coordinated efforts would be difficult given personal timelines.

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Mateo Warren

I feel ya, buddy. The EBT system is a total nightmare rn. I've been in the same boat for like a month. Keep trying tho, eventually you'll get through!

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Dylan Fisher

Hey OP, have you tried reaching out on social media? Sometimes tweeting at the official EBT account can get their attention.

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Lydia Bailey

That's a good idea! I'll give it a shot. Thanks for the tip!

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Edwards Hugo

Public shaming FTW šŸ˜‚ But for real, it sometimes works

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Gianna Scott

Having a public digital footprint of your issues can prompt quicker responses sometimes.

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Evelyn Rivera

lmao good luck. EBT office is a joke. been trying to renew for 3 months now. might as well be talking to a brick wall šŸ¤”

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Julia Hall

Have you tried contacting them through email? Sometimes that can be more effective than phone calls.

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Danielle Campbell

Does anyone know if the renewal deadlines have been extended due to all these issues? I'm worried mine will expire before I can get through.

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Rhett Bowman

I heard they were, but can't find any official info. Classic EBT communication šŸ™„

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Abigail Patel

Call your local office and ask. They should have the most up-to-date info.

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Daniel White

Keeping an eye on official announcements is crucial, but local offices usually have the most accurate info.

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