Hiding a layoff from the family, bad idea? - 7 months and counting

I was laid off 12 weeks ago and have not told my family because I do not want them to worry. I feel ashamed even though the company cut a whole team. What did you say?

I told my partner the same evening with a simple plan: what happened, what I was doing and what I needed. It was a relief.

Keep everything in writing and save the confirmation numbers. It made the follow-up calls so much easier.