Hiding a layoff from the family, bad idea?, delivery driver here

I have been leaving the house at the same time each day so my kids do not notice. I am in Pittsburgh, in case local advice matters. I want a plan before I speak. Did it get easier afterwards?

Thanks for writing this out. I went through something close to it 12 months ago, and it got easier once I kept a simple log of every call and form.

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