How do I tell my family about the layoff?

I have been leaving the house at the same time each day so my kids do not notice. There are 10 people counting on me, so I am trying to be careful. I want a plan before I speak.

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.