Just got laid off, what should I do first? after 6 years as an electrician's helper

They called a meeting on Monday and 6 of us were let go. I had been there 6 years. I worked as an electrician's helper before this. I have a box of my things and a short letter about benefits. What did you do in the first week?

File for unemployment right away. Do not wait for severance decisions. The date you file can matter.