Guest,
It's a scary business but a year from now you will know that this is the best thing that could have happened. I have been through it. Private Message me. I have some ideas to help you get back on track.
For now, take a deep breath, sign up IMMEDIATELY for unemployment, make sure that if you are fired tomorrow you leave with a check representing your severance pay and any vacation or overtime due you. Don't sign anything. Get all the information you need re: COBRA, continuing Life Insurance, explanation of 401K payouts, etc. Relax. You can now enjoy a well earned vacation.
Unemployment allows a certain amount of temp work without cancelling your benefits. If money gets tight use it. Take stock of your credit cards and available lines of credit mainly for peace of mind. It helps to know that the rent can be paid for the next six months.
You haven't thrown away a 30 year career. Every minute of it will count towards your next job. I, who did not know how to turn on a computer, landed a position selling sophisticated networking equipment. A year later , I see myself retiring early. There is a silver lining to your cloud.
Look in the mirror. You are the same capable, experienced worker you were three days ago. And there has never been a better time to be job hunting. Employers are desperate for good people.
It will be OK.
Mary