Will my job be protected while I’m on a leave of absence?

Under FMLA and if qualified, your job will be protected while you are on leave.

How long can I be on leave?

This can vary depending on your condition, treatment and documentation provided. At Heal Before Work, leave of absences are done in 3 month increments.

What if I’m already claiming SDI?

With HBWPCI, we do what is called a “piggyback”. We will hop onto your current/existing claim and continue to certify it.

Do you complete paperwork for only employers?

No, we can also complete paperwork for third party leave companies and insurances.

Does Heal Before Work provide Emotional Support Animal Letters?

Heal Before Work does not provide emotional support animal letters.

Need to Visit or Call an EDD Office?

If you’re applying for disability or leave through the Employment Development Department (EDD), locating your local office shouldn’t be a hassle. Here you’ll find a directory of EDD offices across California—including addresses—so you can avoid endless online searching.

We’ve also included tips for navigating the EDD phone system and in-person offices, based on feedback from clients just like you.

Tips for Visiting or Calling EDD

Reaching out to the Employment Development Department (EDD) is easier with a bit of preparation. Follow these tips to save time, stay organized, and make your experience smoother.

Call Early

Try calling right when they open: 8:00 AM sharp

Shortcut to Agent

Press 1 → 2 → 4 to reach a live agent faster

Bring Documents

Bring two forms of ID and any EDD mail

Proof of Delivery

Ask for a stamped copy of documents

Be Patient

Wait times can be long, stay polite

Call Early

Try calling right when they open: 8:00 AM sharp

Shortcut to Agent

Press 1 → 2 → 4 to reach a live agent faster

Bring Documents

Bring two forms of ID and any EDD mail

Proof of Delivery

Ask for a stamped copy of documents

Be Patient

Wait times can be long, stay polite

Need More Help?

If you’re feeling overwhelmed trying to navigate your EDD claim or disability leave process, we’re here to help. Schedule a consultation to learn how Heal Before Work Psychology and Consulting, Inc. can support you with evaluations, documentation, and Work Readiness follow-up care.

EDD Office Directory

Chico

645 Salem Street Chico, CA 95928

P.O. Box 8190 Chico,
CA 95927-8190

Chino Hills

15315 Fairfield Ranch Road, Suite 100 Chino Hills, CA 91709

P.O. Box 60006 City of Industry,
CA 91716-0006

Fresno

2555 S Elm Ave Fresno, CA 93706

P.O. Box 45010 Fresno,
CA 93718-5010

Long Beach

4300 Long Beach Boulevard Long Beach, CA 90807

P.O. Box 469 Long Beach,
CA 90801-0469

Los Angeles

888 S Figueroa Street, Suite 200 Los Angeles, CA 90017

P.O. Box 513096 Los Angeles,
CA 90051-1096

Oakland

7677 Oakport Street, Suite 325 Oakland, CA 94621

P.O. Box 1857 Oakland,
CA 94604-1857

Sacramento

5009 Broadway Sacramento, CA 95818

P.O. Box 13140 Sacramento,
CA 95813-3140

San Bernardino

371 West 3rd Street San Bernardino, CA 92401

P.O. Box 781 San Bernardino,
CA 92402-0781

San Diego

9246 Lightwave Avenue, Building A, Suite 300 San Diego, CA 92123

P.O. Box 120831 San Diego,
CA 92112-0831

San Francisco

745 Franklin Street, Suite 300 San Francisco, CA 94102

P.O. Box 193534 San Francisco,
CA 94119-3534

San Jose

297 West Hedding Street San Jose, CA 95110

P.O. Box 637 San Jose,
CA 95106-0637

Santa Ana

2 MacArthur Place, Suite 400 Santa Ana, CA 92707

P.O. Box 1466 Santa Ana,
CA 92702-1466

Santa Barbara

128 East Ortega Street Santa Barbara, CA 93101

P.O. Box 1529 Santa Barbara,
CA 93102-1529

Santa Rosa

606 Healdsburg Avenue Santa Rosa, CA 95401

P.O. Box 700 Santa Rosa,
CA 95402-0700

Stockton

31 East Channel St. Suite 213 Stockton, CA 95202

P.O. Box 201006 Stockton,
CA 95201-9006

Need to Visit or Call an EDD Office?

Tips for Visiting or Calling EDD

Call Early

Shortcut to Agent

Bring Documents

Proof of Delivery

Be Patient

Call Early

Shortcut to Agent

Bring Documents

Proof of Delivery

Be Patient

Need More Help?

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