I'm currently in this exact situation too - just returned to full-time work after being on partial benefits for about 4 months. This thread has been incredibly helpful! It's reassuring to see so many people confirm that you just need to report your final week's earnings accurately and then stop filing - no formal withdrawal needed. The fact that the claim stays open as a safety net for the full benefit year is really smart. I was overthinking this process way too much, but seeing all these real experiences from people who recently went through it has put my mind at ease. Thanks everyone for sharing your stories and advice!

I'm going through this exact same thing right now! Just went back to full-time hours yesterday after being on partial UC for about 3 months. This whole thread has been a huge help - I was definitely overthinking the process and worried I'd mess something up. It's so reassuring to see multiple people confirm that you just report your final week's earnings accurately and then stop filing, with no formal withdrawal needed. The fact that so many people shared their actual timelines for getting the inactive letter (seems like 2-3 weeks is typical) really helps set expectations too. I feel so much better about this transition now. Thanks to everyone who took the time to share their real experiences here - this community is amazing!

I went through the exact same thing about 6 months ago! The Treasury check took exactly 7 business days to reach me in Montgomery County, so you're still within the normal window. One thing that helped reduce my anxiety was calling my local post office to see if they had any delivery updates - sometimes they can tell you if a certified/priority piece is in their system even if it hasn't been delivered yet. Also, make sure to check with any neighbors in case it gets misdelivered. The good news is Treasury checks don't expire quickly like regular paychecks do, so even if there's a delay you won't lose the money. Hang in there!

I just went through this exact situation 2 weeks ago! My PA UC payment got sent to my old PNC account that was closed. Treasury mailed my check on a Thursday and it arrived the following Tuesday - so 4 business days. I'm in Delaware County which is pretty close to Bucks. The waiting is definitely nerve-wracking especially when bills are due! One thing I learned is that you can actually call your local USPS office and ask if they have any "accountable mail" (that's what they call certified/treasury checks) in your name. They were able to tell me mine was out for delivery that morning which gave me peace of mind. Also make sure your husband updates his banking info in BOTH places on the UC website like others mentioned - I made that mistake too and the next payment almost had the same issue. You should definitely get it by early next week if not sooner!

I'm new to this community but want to offer some support and perspective as someone who works in employment law. Your case has several strong elements that align well with PA's "necessitous and compelling" standard for voluntary quits. What really stands out is that you have a documented pattern of attempting to preserve your employment relationship - the multiple schedule accommodation requests, 20+ internal job applications, and willingness to work different shifts. This shows you acted in good faith and only quit as a last resort. The safety concern with your previous childcare provider is particularly important. PA unemployment recognizes that protecting children from harm constitutes a compelling reason to leave employment when no alternatives exist. Your rural location further strengthens this argument since you can demonstrate the severe lack of childcare options. A few practical suggestions: When completing your questionnaire, use specific dates and reference your documentation by type (emails, applications, etc.). If you haven't already, consider reaching out to local daycares to get written confirmation of their waitlists/availability - this helps prove you exhausted all reasonable alternatives before quitting. Even if you receive an initial denial (which is unfortunately common for voluntary quit cases), don't lose hope. Appeals often succeed when there's solid documentation like yours. Keep filing your weekly claims throughout the process and stay organized with your evidence. Your situation genuinely appears to meet the legal criteria for approval.

As someone new to this community, I wanted to reach out because your situation really highlights how broken the childcare system is, especially in rural areas. What you're going through sounds incredibly stressful, and I think it's important that you know you're not alone in facing these impossible choices between work and your children's safety. From reading through all the responses here, it seems like you have a really solid case for unemployment benefits. The combination of your documented accommodation requests, the 20+ job applications within your company, and the sudden safety crisis with your previous childcare provider creates a compelling narrative that you truly exhausted all options before quitting. One thing that hasn't been mentioned much is that you might want to consider reaching out to local social services or family resource centers while you're waiting for your UC decision. Even in rural areas, there are sometimes emergency childcare assistance programs or sliding-scale daycare options that aren't widely advertised. It won't help with your current UC claim, but it might provide some backup options as you look for new employment. Also, don't let anyone make you feel guilty about prioritizing your children's safety. A 15-minute schedule accommodation after 4+ years of employment should have been completely reasonable, and their refusal to work with you shows they weren't acting in good faith either. You made the right choice protecting your kids, and hopefully the UC system will recognize that. Keep us updated on how your case progresses!

I'm in a very similar situation and this thread has been incredibly helpful! My hours were cut from 40 to 12 per week (70% reduction) and the referee denied my claim last month. Reading all these success stories gives me hope that the Board of Review appeal might actually work. What really stands out to me is how many people here emphasize having the RIGHT documentation and citing the specific PA UC regulations. It sounds like the referees sometimes don't apply the law correctly, but the Board catches these errors. @Zara Shah - your 62.5% reduction case sounds very strong based on what everyone's saying about the 30% threshold. I'm definitely going to follow the advice here about calculating percentages, referencing Section 402(b), and organizing all my financial documentation. Has anyone here had experience with how long it typically takes to get the actual back payments once the Board rules in your favor? I'm trying to figure out how long I need to stretch my savings while waiting for this process to play out.

I just wanted to add something that helped me when I won my Board of Review appeal last year - make sure you clearly explain HOW the hour reduction affected you financially, not just that it did. I created a simple budget breakdown showing my monthly expenses ($2,800) versus what I'd make at reduced hours ($1,200/month), which made it crystal clear why I couldn't continue working under those conditions. The Board really responded to seeing the actual dollar amounts rather than just percentages. Also, if you have any medical bills, childcare costs, or other fixed expenses that make the reduced income unworkable, definitely include those details. Your 62.5% reduction is absolutely substantial - I won mine with just a 38% cut - so you have a really strong foundation. The key is showing them you had no reasonable choice but to leave when faced with that dramatic income loss. Good luck with your appeal!

Thanks everyone for the helpful information! To summarize what I've learned: 1. I need to KEEP records of my work search activities (UC-304 or equivalent) 2. I DON'T need to upload them weekly unless specifically requested 3. During weekly certification, I just answer truthfully that I completed the activities 4. It's smart to document more than the minimum requirements This has been so helpful - the PA UC website is not clear about this at all!

Just wanted to add that you should also keep records of any networking activities or job fairs you attend - these count toward your "work search activity" requirement too! I attended a virtual job fair last month and it satisfied my weekly requirement. Just make sure to document who you spoke with, what companies were there, and any follow-up actions you took. The UC-304 form has sections for these types of activities beyond just job applications.