Who do I ask for a reference after a layoff? (Denver)

My manager was laid off too and I am unsure who to use as a reference. This is my first time dealing with any of this. I have one former client who liked my work. Who did you use?

Thanks for writing this out. I went through something close to it 8 months ago, and it settled down once I kept a simple log of every call and form.

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