<prompt> Human: I got laid off today from 34kyr job. Wife hasnt been working since graduating college. Got HS teaching job. She will be making 38kyr, but doesnt get paid for the first time until 925. I just started using Quicken home finance before I knew I would lose my job. Had planned out to start saving since we havent been able to yet. Now Im unsure whether we can cover our bills until her first paycheck. Some friends have mentioned that I could apply for unemployment until I find something, but something seems wrong about that. Can anyone give me some insight as to how the unemployment process works, and what all it entails? Also, any other information that may help our situation would be greatly appreciated.Thank you all!  <response>: Contact the unemployment administration in your state. File for unemployment. Communicate with your creditors. 