Hiding a layoff from the family, bad idea?

I was laid off 11 weeks ago and have not told my family because I do not want them to worry. I am in Jacksonville, in case local advice matters. Bills are coming up and I cannot keep this quiet.

Kids often pick up more than you think. A short, calm explanation helped mine feel secure.

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.