Can't reach California Disability? Claimyr connects you to a live EDD agent in minutes.
Claimyr is a pay-as-you-go service. We do not charge a recurring subscription.
Using Claimyr will:
- Connect you to a human agent at the EDD
- Skip the long phone menu
- Call the correct department
- Redial until on hold
- Forward a call to your phone with reduced hold time
- Give you free callbacks if the EDD drops your call
If I could give 10 stars I would
If I could give 10 stars I would If I could give 10 stars I would Such an amazing service so needed during the times when EDD almost never picks up Claimyr gets me on the phone with EDD every time without fail faster. A much needed service without Claimyr I would have never received the payment I needed to support me during my postpartum recovery. Thank you so much Claimyr!
Really made a difference
Really made a difference, save me time and energy from going to a local office for making the call.
Worth not wasting your time calling for hours.
Was a bit nervous or untrusting at first, but my calls went thru. First time the wait was a bit long but their customer chat line on their page was helpful and put me at ease that I would receive my call. Today my call dropped because of EDD and Claimyr heard my concern on the same chat and another call was made within the hour.
An incredibly helpful service
An incredibly helpful service! Got me connected to a CA EDD agent without major hassle (outside of EDD's agents dropping calls – which Claimyr has free protection for). If you need to file a new claim and can't do it online, pay the $ to Claimyr to get the process started. Absolutely worth it!
Consistent,frustration free, quality Service.
Used this service a couple times now. Before I'd call 200 times in less than a weak frustrated as can be. But using claimyr with a couple hours of waiting i was on the line with an representative or on hold. Dropped a couple times but each reconnected not long after and was mission accomplished, thanks to Claimyr.
IT WORKS!! Not a scam!
I tried for weeks to get thru to EDD PFL program with no luck. I gave this a try thinking it may be a scam. OMG! It worked and They got thru within an hour and my claim is going to finally get paid!! I upgraded to the $60 call. Best $60 spent!
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- DO post questions about your issues.
- DO answer questions and support each other.
- DO post tips & tricks to help folks.
- DO NOT post call problems here - there is a support tab at the top for that :)
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lol good luck. i've been waiting 6 months for an update. pretty sure they've forgotten about me at this point 😂😭
6 months is outrageous. I'm in a similar situation. It's like they're just ignoring us.
From a more authoritative perspective, it's important to acknowledge the potential benefits of services like Claimyr. While some users have found success with it being a time-saving tool, it's not a foolproof solution for everyone. It's a paid service, which might not be affordable for all, and it doesn't guarantee you will speak to someone who can directly resolve your issue. On the other hand, if you're frequently stuck in phone queue limbo, it might be worth considering as an investment in reducing stress and gaining back your time. It's essential to balance such tools with traditional methods like reaching out to your representative, documenting interactions, and using online account services to keep track of updates. Ultimately, the system does need significant improvements in accessibility and efficiency. It's crucial for users to voice their dissatisfaction and advocate for systemic reforms through proper channels. Sharing experiences in forums like this can also pressure for change and highlight the widespread issues faced by many.
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From my experience, appeals can take anywhere from 4-12 weeks. But with the backlog rn, who knows? 🤷♂️
Have you checked your online account? Sometimes they update the status there before they actually contact you.
Lol good luck with that. Their website is about as useful as a screen door on a submarine 🙃
Despite the website issues, I've found that checking consistently helps. Sometimes, an update can slip through the cracks.
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I found a method 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 about it: https://youtu.be/1X-mEsLtbmQ
How long did it take to get through? I'm considering trying this.
While Claimyr might seem expensive, consider the time it saves versus waiting on hold for hours. Plus, there's a refund if it doesn't work, adding a layer of trust.
Have you considered reaching out to your local state representative? Sometimes they can help push things along with EDD. Worth a shot if you're really stuck.
Just google "[your city] state representative". Most have websites with contact info. They often have staff dedicated to helping with state agency issues.
This can be surprisingly effective. Representatives want to hear from constituents and can sometimes pull strings to help move things along.
Nathaniel Mikhaylov
This whole situation is a joke. We need to organize and demand better service!
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Eva St. Cyr
•Totally agree! It's time for change, and we should all advocate for a better system.
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Kristian Bishop
•Has anyone tried starting a petition or writing to the local news?
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Jessica Nolan
I've been dealing with this for MONTHS. Here's what I've learned: 1. Be persistent. Call every day if you have to. 2. Have all your info ready when you call. 3. Be polite to the rep when you finally get one. They're overwhelmed too. 4. If one rep can't help, ask to speak to a tier 2 specialist. 5. Document everything. Write down who you talked to and when. It's a broken system, but hang in there. You'll get through eventually!
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Sebastián Stevens
•Tier 2 specialist? I didn't even know that was a thing. Gonna try that next time!
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Bethany Groves
•Great tips! Documentation is key to keeping track of everything and helps when following up.
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