Job market is good now. I got RIF'd and found an even better job / pay. YOU CAN DO IT TOO. Hang in there, tap your contacts/network and keep records. There are other companies who value experienced workers for what they bring to the table that a younger work force simply hasn't experienced yet. This is more of a new beginning than an end.
What @WgYzmNg-bmj said. People need to realize how valuable their knowledge and experience really are. There are companies out there that will be ecstatic to add you to their workforce.