Industry layoffs, what are people doing? - what worked for you?

Many of the people I know in my field were laid off this year, including me as a security officer. This is my first time dealing with any of this. I am open to a pay cut if the field is stable. Which areas are hiring?

Thanks for writing this out. I went through something close to it 7 months ago, and it got easier once I kept a simple log of every call and form.

A short certificate helped me more than a new degree would have. Check what local colleges offer.