Small steps
Prepare for your household
Start with the items, people and arrangements you already have.
What can I do today for free?
Choose one small task to start in five minutes. Provider conversations may take longer.
- Find your existing torch and check that it works.
- Write important phone numbers on paper.
- Agree a meeting place if you cannot reach each other.
- Check dates on supplies and kit you already own.
- Ask your energy and water providers about extra support registers.
Choose what fits your home
Renters and flats →
Make a plan that fits your home and shared building.
Small spaces →
Organise what you already have without needing a dedicated cupboard.
Tight budgets →
Start with free practical actions, not a shopping list.
Families →
Make a simple shared plan that suits people's ages and routines.
Carers and extra support →
Plan with the person receiving support and the providers they rely on.
Pets →
Keep animal arrangements practical and easy to find.
General planning ideas, not medical advice or a readiness judgement. Official instructions take precedence.