A go bag is one of the most important things you can create for yourself and your family. In an emergency, you need to be prepared to fend for yourself until help arrives. What is a go bag? A go bag is a pre-packed portable bag which contains the...
Read morePlanning for Contingencies with an Advance Healthcare Directive & Durable Power of Attorney for Health Care
Thinking about “what ifs” can be uncomfortable. It requires us to acknowledge that there might come a time when we are unable to speak for ourselves, whether that’s temporary and for only a short time, or whether it’s for a longer duration and...
Read moreProtecting Yourself with a Comprehensive Home Inventory
Maybe you’re wondering whether you need a home inventory list. After all, you already have homeowners or renters insurance, so that should be enough, right? Well, not exactly. Rather than frantically trying to document everything when you...
Read moreAn Evacuation Checklist Will Save You Precious Time in an Emergency
As mentioned in a previous post, an evacuation checklist is an important part of every home’s emergency plan. It will save you precious and possibly even life-saving time if you’re caught in an emergency and need to leave. The...
Read morePlanning Ahead is a Gift You Bestow on Your Family
As we get older, saying goodbye becomes more frequent. First we lose beloved companion animals, whose lifespans are often much shorter than our own. Then we lose our parents, other members of our extended family, and eventually cherished friends...
Read moreThings to Consider When Creating Your Home Emergency Plan
Whether you live in an urban, suburban, or rural environment, and whether your household consists of adults, children, companion animals, or a combination thereof, every home should have an emergency plan. 🏠 Customize the plan to your unique...
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