I got laid off on Monday...company downsizing...moving more jobs to Canada, etc., etc.
I've got until next Friday to clear out my shit and close up loose ends, then my severance package starts.  One week for every year of service since the company was bought by a larger firm.  So even though I've been here 6 and a half years, I only get 5 weeks.  I am nevertheless still thankful for that.  
It's a major bummer, but you move on.