You mention healthcare as a concern for your family--make sure you look at your state &amp; federal healthcare exchange (healthcare.gov, etc.).  Losing your job, for any reason like quitting or being fired, is deemed a &#x27;qualifying event&#x27; that can let you get healthcare at a very low rate.  In some states it&#x27;s even subsidized completely if you have no income.<p>Unfortunately there are some states that have refused to setup the exchanges and take federal funding.  The best advice there is to move out as soon as it&#x27;s financially feasible.  It&#x27;s an awful situation and I wish you luck.<p>edit: Also contact everyone you worked directly with (find them on LinkedIn, Facebook, etc.) and ask if they know anyone hiring, have contacts, etc.  Anything to get some leads or get your foot in the door somewhere.