How do I tell my family about the layoff? after 12 years as a machine operator

My spouse does not know yet that I was let go as a machine operator. There are 12 people counting on me, so I am trying to be careful. I want a plan before I speak. How did you handle it?

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.