Great news on getting that sorted out! 7-9 weeks is still a really long wait but at least now you know what to expect. For anyone else dealing with similar system errors - this is exactly why it's so important to actually speak with a rep rather than just trusting what the online portal shows. The PA UC website has been notorious for displaying incorrect statuses, especially for appeals. Keep us posted on how your hearing goes when it finally gets scheduled!

As someone who just went through this exact same situation last month, I can confirm the PA UC system is absolutely terrible at showing accurate statuses for appeals. I had the same "waiting for decision to be written" message for 3 weeks before my hearing was even scheduled! What helped me was calling first thing in the morning (like 7:59 AM) right when they open - seemed to have better luck getting through then. Also want to echo what others said about continuing to file your weekly claims - I almost made that mistake and would have lost weeks of backpay. The whole process is stressful but hang in there, it does eventually get resolved!

Just as a follow-up tip for anyone else reading this thread with similar issues - once you get your IDme verification sorted out, make sure you immediately do these things: 1. Update your address with PennDOT for your driver's license/state ID 2. Update your address with the voter registration office 3. Make sure you've completed BOTH the mail forwarding AND the official change of address with USPS Doing these three things will save you countless headaches with government services like UC in the future. PA's systems all talk to each other, so consistency across these databases is important.

One more option that worked for me when I was in a similar situation - if you have any subscription services (Netflix, gym membership, etc.) that you've already updated with your new address, some of those can work as proof of residence too. I used my gym membership confirmation email that showed my new address and IDme accepted it. Also, if you've registered to vote at your new address (which you can do online in PA), that registration confirmation can sometimes work as well. The key is just having SOMETHING official with your name and new address on it, even if it's not a traditional utility bill or lease.

Update: I called PA UC this morning (finally got through after trying for hours) and the rep confirmed that the two disqualification letters are for different issues even though they look nearly identical. One is questioning my reason for job separation and the other is about my availability for work. She said I was right to appeal both separately and that they'll likely schedule one hearing to address both issues. Thanks everyone for your help and advice!

Great update! So glad you got through and got clarification. For your appeal hearing, make sure you have documentation ready for both the job separation issue and the availability for work issue. For job separation, bring any termination paperwork, emails, or documentation about why you left your job. For availability, have proof of your job search activities, any medical documentation if health was a factor, or evidence that you were ready and able to work. Having everything organized by issue will help the referee understand your situation clearly. Wishing you the best with your appeal!

So glad to hear your hearing went well! It definitely sounds like you were well-prepared despite feeling anxious beforehand. The fact that your employer couldn't provide any concrete documentation or specific examples is a major weakness in their case. In PA unemployment appeals, employers really need to demonstrate willful misconduct with clear evidence - not just vague statements about performance. The referee asking repeatedly about warnings is actually a really good sign for you since that's one of the key factors they look for. You did exactly the right thing by staying factual and calm. Now comes the hardest part - waiting for that decision letter! But honestly, based on how you described the hearing, it sounds like you have every reason to be optimistic. Hoping you get good news soon and can put this whole stressful situation behind you!

This is such encouraging news! It sounds like you absolutely crushed that hearing despite being so nervous beforehand. The fact that your employer came completely unprepared with no documentation is honestly embarrassing for them - it shows they were just hoping to intimidate you into not appealing. In PA, the burden of proof is entirely on the employer to demonstrate willful misconduct, and "not meeting expectations" without any written warnings or specific incidents is basically an admission that they have no case. The referee asking repeatedly about warnings tells you everything you need to know about where their head is at. You should be really proud of yourself for staying composed and sticking to the facts - that's exactly what wins these cases. The waiting period is absolutely brutal but honestly, I'd be shocked if this doesn't go your way. Keep checking that mailbox!

Let us know what happens! Once you reach someone at UC, they should be able to see exactly when your card was mailed out. If it's been more than 10 business days since that date, they should issue a replacement automatically. The direct deposit option is definitely better for the future, but you'll still need to recover those initial payments.

That's awesome that you got it resolved! Claimyr really seems to be a game-changer for actually reaching someone at PA UC. How long did the whole process take once you connected with an agent? I'm bookmarking that service for future reference since getting through to UC is always such a nightmare. Hope your new card arrives quickly!