Laid off this week, where do I start? - 10 months and counting

I lost my job as a bank teller and I am not sure what to do first. There are 10 people counting on me, so I am trying to be careful. I have not told my family yet. Which steps were urgent?

Keep everything in writing and save the confirmation numbers. It made the follow-up calls so much easier.

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