How do I handle a long gap on my résumé? - 9 months and counting

My résumé shows a gap from a layoff and some health issues. I have done some volunteering and a course during that time. Did anyone get past it?

Keep your skills fresh and mention anything recent. It shows momentum.

Thanks for writing this out. I went through something close to it last year, and it settled down once I kept a simple log of every call and form.