Agree. 去当地政府领失业金.
处于贫困线以下=>能获得政府的帮助.
Don't worry too much. Many people 失业 several times in their whole lifetime.
Keep you confidence in Yourself and in the Country. Life will be better. The US economy is improving.
Besides, consider have more kids during this down time.
btw, would you mind post your resume. Maybe somebody here can help you finding a new job ...