How do I tell my family about the layoff? - what worked for you?

I was laid off 13 weeks ago and have not told my family because I do not want them to worry. It has been weighing on me all week. 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 saved me later.