Laid off this week, where do I start? - what worked for you?

They called a meeting on Monday and 5 of us were let go. I had been there 5 years. This is my first time dealing with any of this. I have not told my family yet. Which steps were urgent?

I made a short list: benefits, bills, documents, and then my résumé. One thing each day kept me steady.

Ask for your final pay, unused leave and any documents in writing before you leave, if you still can.