Layoff happened 13 days ago, feeling lost - 3 months and counting

They called a meeting on Tuesday and 13 of us were let go. I had been there 13 years. I am in Phoenix, in case local advice matters. I have a few weeks of savings and a rent payment due. Which steps were urgent?

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

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