Family Safety and Emergency Preparedness

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At the heart of family life is a deep commitment to protect those we love. We all have a responsibility—not just to ourselves, but to our families—to ensure their safety. This duty extends beyond daily care; it involves preparing for the unexpected and doing everything we can to keep them safe. Family safety and preparedness go beyond reacting to crises. They are about building a strong foundation of security.

Family safety isn’t something we can leave to chance. It’s about making sure we’re doing all we can to protect our loved ones. This includes creating emergency plans, securing our homes, and taking practical steps for any situation that could arise. But it’s not just about having the right tools; it’s about being mentally and physically prepared to act in a crisis. Preparedness builds confidence and readiness, which is essential when faced with the unknown.

Teaching our families how to stay safe is just as important. Preparedness isn’t only for us—it’s for our children, our partners, and anyone we care for. By showing them how to respond in emergencies or teaching them basic self-defense, we help them develop the skills to handle difficult situations on their own. These lessons can be life-saving and empower them to take charge of their own safety.

It’s also about creating an environment where everyone feels secure. When we focus on safety and preparedness, we give our families the peace of mind that comes from knowing we’ve done everything possible to protect them. This responsibility can feel heavy, but it’s also a privilege. By ensuring both family safety and preparedness, we give our loved ones the best chance to face whatever challenges come their way. Here you will find just some of our blog posts and podcast episodes on the topic, starting with the most recently published.

Classes and Training

In addition, we offer a wide assortment of training classes to support and re-enforce what you may already be doing or would like to do for your personal safety and preparedness and that of your loved ones. You can register for a class or request a class we do not currently have scheduled. We are always adding to the lists.

What Else?

If you’re looking for a particular topic related to personal safety or preparedness that you don’t see here, OwnGuard Solutions is happy to help. You can reach out and let us know. While we may not be able to cover every topic, we are always working to provide more informative content.

Be sure to check out our other blog posts and podcast episodes, as well as our YouTube channel. And keep checking back too, because we are always adding more.

Thank you for visiting. We’re excited to support your family in their journey toward being safer and better prepared.

Building a Safer House of Worship
Faith communities have always been places of peace, compassion, and belonging. Yet in today’s world, every church can benefit from church safety training that helps …
How to Avoid, Respond, and Recover If It Does Happen
Overview Season 3, Episode 36 We revisit some unforgettable stories, from Episode 35, that remind us how quickly the unexpected can turn life upside down. …
Real-Life Stories that Challenge the ‘It Won’t Happen to Me’ Mindset
Overview Season 3, Episode 35 In this special episode, we confront the pervasive myth of 'It'll Never Happen to Me' by diving into the optimism …
Considering a Medical Alert System
When it comes to getting someone the help they need when you cannot be there or when things start to become more difficult for them, …
A Guide to Camping and Hiking Safety
Overview Season 3, Episode 33 Join Jim as he takes you on an exciting journey through the great outdoors, sharing his lifelong passion for camping …
Choosing the Right Amateur Radio Antennas When Starting Out
My goal is to help you with choosing the right amateur radio antennas when you are starting out, or at least provide a couple of …
Creating a Safer World for Our Aging Loved Ones
Overview Season 3, Episode 32 In this poignant episode, host Jim O'Brien delves into a sensitive and often overlooked topic: the safety of the elderly …
Signs That You’ve Gone Prepper
Although I’ve always been the type to keep a flashlight handy and an extra case of water in the garage, I wouldn’t have called myself …
How to Register for an Amateur (HAM) Radio License
This time, I am going to walk you through how to register for an amateur (HAM) radio license by walking you through the steps and …
Navigating Safety and Scams During a Pandemic
Overview Season 3, Episode 30 We delve into the complexities of personal safety and preparedness during the unprecedented times of the COVID-19 pandemic. As the …
How to Register for a GMRS Radio License
In order to get a GMRS license with the FCC, you must be at least 18 years old and not be a representative of a …
Marjory Wildcraft’s Journey to Self-Sufficiency
Overview Season 3, Episode 29 Join us in this episode where we sit down with Marjory Wildcraft, a visionary leader in the survival and preparedness …
How to Register for and Manage an FRN with the FCC
Whether wanting to operate a GMRS or amateur (HAM) radio, you will need to apply for and pay for a license with the FCC. But …
Summer Safety Tips: Heat, Water, Travel & Home Security
Summer brings sunshine, vacations, cookouts, and plenty of time with the family in the outdoors. But along with the fun comes a variety of safety …
Learning Radio Frequency, Antenna, and Programming Basics
This time we are going to cover the radio frequency, antenna, and programming basics still in context of FRS, GMRS, and amateur radios. If you …
Protect Yourself Legally With the Right Self-Defense Knowledge
We all have the right to defend ourselves and those we care about but understanding when and how we can legally do so is critical. …
Understanding Basic Radio Terminology and Categories
Whether you're interested in emergency preparedness, outdoor recreation, keeping a group connected, or just want to be able to communicate when cell networks are unavailable, …
Radios: An Alternative Means of Communication
What if a means of communication that we are all dependent upon is no longer available? In the spirit of becoming better prepared, have you …
Situational Awareness and More with The Diamond Arrow Group
Overview Season 3, Episode 25 In this engaging episode, we welcome the insightful Kelly Sayre, founder of The Diamond Arrow Group, to discuss the critical …
How to Make Your Front Door Less Attractive
I bet most everyone you can think of comes to your front door when they visit, whether family, friends, neighbors, or those lovely sales people. …