This thread has been an absolute godsend! I'm a single mom working two part-time jobs (retail and food service) and I've been constantly stressed about what would happen to my ELRC benefits if either employer cut my hours or let me go. @ApolloJackson I'm so relieved everything worked out for you - your experience has taught me so much about how to handle this kind of situation properly. The 92-day job search period is way more generous than I expected! I had no idea that safety net existed. I'm definitely going to call my ELRC caseworker this week to make sure they have my current employment info and to establish that relationship before I potentially need it. The advice about the 10-day reporting rule and keeping detailed records has been mentioned so many times here - clearly that's the golden rule for staying in good standing. Thank you to everyone who shared their real experiences, especially @Isabella Russo, @Liam O'Reilly, and @Chloe Delgado for the practical tips. This community is amazing for helping families navigate these complicated systems!

This has been such an incredibly valuable thread to read! As someone who recently moved to PA and is still figuring out all the different assistance programs, I had no idea about the 92-day ELRC job search period - that's actually a really thoughtful policy that gives families real stability during transitions. @ApolloJackson I'm so glad everything worked out for you and that you were able to get answers quickly by calling your caseworker directly. Your experience really highlights how important it is to reach out for help rather than assuming the worst! The consistent advice throughout this thread about the 10-day reporting rule seems crucial - I'm definitely going to make note of that for my own situation. It's also encouraging to see how supportive and knowledgeable this community is. Thank you to everyone who shared their real experiences, especially the detailed explanations about how UC and ELRC work together. This kind of practical information is so much more helpful than trying to navigate government websites alone!

This thread has been incredibly helpful! I'm also dealing with a PNC delay - payment issued 2/10 and still waiting. The consistency of everyone's experiences with the 3-4 business day timeline is both reassuring and frustrating. Maya's success story really gives me hope that the money will eventually show up even if it takes longer than expected. The anxiety of waiting when you need the funds for essential expenses is so real! It's amazing how this community has come together to share experiences and support each other through these stressful waits. I'm going to follow everyone's advice and wait until early next week before contacting UC or PNC. Thank you all for making me feel less alone in this nerve-wracking process!

I'm dealing with this exact same issue right now! Payment issued 2/12 with PNC and still nothing showing up in my account. This entire thread has been such a lifesaver - I was literally about to call UC this morning thinking my claim was messed up somehow. The stress is so real when you're waiting on money for rent that's due next week! Reading Maya's success story and seeing how consistent the 3-4 business day timeline is with PNC for UC deposits really helps calm my nerves. It's both frustrating and reassuring to know that PNC just seems to process these deposits slower than other banks. I'm going to follow everyone's advice and wait until Wednesday before panicking and making calls. Thank you all for sharing your experiences - it's so comforting to know I'm not alone in this anxiety-inducing waiting game!

This is such a frustrating situation, and unfortunately it's more common than it should be. I went through something similar last year where I had multiple overlapping determinations that seemed to contradict each other. One thing that really helped me was keeping a detailed timeline of all determinations, appeals, and hearings. It sounds like you have at least two separate issues here - the original separation eligibility (which you won) and the overpayment calculation (which may be unrelated). Also, make sure you're documenting every interaction with UC - dates you called, who you spoke with, what they told you. This becomes crucial evidence if you need to file appeals or complaints later. And definitely follow Dylan's advice about that petition for reconsideration - the "no notification received" reason has worked for others I know. Hang in there! The system is definitely confusing but you have more options than you might think.

I'm dealing with something very similar right now! Got a hearing decision in February saying I was eligible for benefits, but I'm still getting hit with an overpayment notice for $3,400. It's so confusing because like you said - if I'm eligible, why do I owe money back? What I've learned from talking to other people here is that there can be multiple issues running at the same time. Your eligibility hearing only addressed whether you were "able and available" for work, but the overpayment might be from something totally different like wage calculations or timing issues. I'm planning to file that petition for reconsideration that Dylan mentioned because I also didn't get proper notifications. It's worth a shot! The worst they can say is no, but at least we'll have tried everything. Keep fighting this - you shouldn't have to pay back money when you were officially ruled eligible without at least getting a clear explanation of why the overpayment still stands.

why dont u just go to ur local careerlink office? they can sometimes help with uc issues and u dont have to wait on the phone. thats what i did when i had problems last year

Just checking in - were you able to get this resolved? I'm curious if you found out what the employment separation issue was.

It looks like you received a notice saying your appeal was "reviewed as invalid" because it was filed on the "incorrect determination." This can be frustrating and confusing. This typically happens when you appealed something different than what EDD thinks you were trying to appeal, or you may have used the wrong form or process for what you're contesting. Your next steps should be: - Carefully read the "Further Appeal Rights" section of your decision letter - it should explain exactly what to do next - Make sure you're appealing the specific determination you disagree with (using the correct form/reference number) - If you're confused about which determination to appeal, call EDD directly for clarification - Consider whether you need to file a new appeal that specifically addresses the correct determination Don't give up if you believe you have legitimate grounds for appeal. The system can be technical, but following their specific instructions in the "Further Appeal Rights" section is crucial to having your appeal properly considered.

What does that mean?