References when my manager was laid off too, dental hygienist here

My manager was laid off too and I am unsure who to use as a reference. I am in Jacksonville, in case local advice matters. A colleague offered to vouch for me. How do you ask politely?

Use a professional network to find a former manager. Many will still write a note.

Ask former colleagues and supervisors in a short message and give them a summary of the job you are applying for.