Self-sufficiency at home or in a temporary safe haven takes away much of the fear and helplessness associated with disasters. "Just in Case" puts t...
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Nov 30, 2011
Patricia
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A great book for preparedness - not the crazy survivalist type, but everyday well-being. We've all had the power go out, or been snowed in, or been too sick to leave the house for several days. How would you fare in any of those situations? Could you eat, stay warm, have enough meds, flush the toilet(s), keep your kids from going bonkers with boredom?!? Just in Case will help you plan and prepare for almost any situation ranging from a 24-hour power outage to a months-long pandemic.
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Oct 18, 2011
Anne
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Kathy Harrison presents a compelling look at why we are more at risk from systemic failures in the power, food, transportation and communication networks than ever before and offers ways for families to prepare to meet those challenges. This isn't a "survivalists" manual. It won't tell you how to live in a fortified bunker so you can be ready for the apocalypse. But it will tell you how to assess your family's exposure to risk, prioritize your planning and prepare for disasters of diff
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May 07, 2009
Pammy
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Always a sucker for a deal and for many things practical, I thought I would preview this in hopes of suggesting it to others or giving it with a wedding gift this summer. Sound information is presented in a very accessible way. Much of the content was covered in the school of life with my ever-prepared mother, but I used the checklists for an emergency evacuation kit and a few of the recipes to supplement my favorite stash. A good "basic reference" for a new household or folks who may
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Oct 08, 2010
Debra
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While some of the tips are "common sense" and much of the book was review for me because of the classes I've taken recently, I did find the book contained a lot of great reminders and resources. For example, I never would have thought to keep a copy of our cats' immunizations records with our vital records to grab & go in case of an evacuation, nor had the need for feeding & water bowls and trash bags for cat waste entered my mind in the case of an evacuation. I'd previously only thoug
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Jul 29, 2009
Neligh
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“If you must rely only on yourselves and the goods and resources in your home, can you still live comfortably and safely? If you must leave your home to find safety elsewhere, can you be out of your house in ten minutes, confident that your home is secure and that all family members know where you are going, how you will get there, and how to keep in touch with each other? Some planning now will ensure that your answer will be ‘yes’ when you need it to be.” (p.49)
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Jan 24, 2011
Susan
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I couldn't even get through the whole book. While there may be some useful and unique information buried in there somewhere, most of it was common sense that even my six-year-old knows... for example, the author's take on storage and organization on pg 16 "[Don't:] open a new bottle or box of anything until the old one has been used up...". How about where to store emergency supplies? pg 18 "A blank wall along one end [of a den or family room:] can provide room for simple shelvi
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Jun 13, 2011
Michelle
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Absolutely excellent book filled with valuable information about preparing your family for a variety of emergencies (storms, lengthy power outages, home evacuations). An easy read, well laid out with detailed step by step procedures and methods for personalization. Every family should consider this book as the foundation of their own plan for when the unexpected happens.
Sep 19, 2009
Malina
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A well written preparedness guide, this book takes you step by step through what to do to make your own family well prepared for any emergency. I think this is the best book of its type I've read, keeping its focus, knowing the material and presenting options while discussing what kind of choices are better in different situations. Stuff to learn for pretty much anyone.
Dec 04, 2009
Ann
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A good start to getting prepared and being self-sufficient. It is much more accessible for average people who just want to be less reliant on the grid and global food systems. This book is infinitely less alarmist or extreme than a lot I have tried to plod through.
Oct 21, 2009
Anna
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This is a GREAT reference book for Emergency Preparedness. I learned so much, and liked how the book was organized for easy reference. Even some good food storage recipes too. I liked it's reasonable ideas on how to improve your family's emergency preparedness from a mainstream, non-church perspective.
May 07, 2009
Cathy
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Everyone needs to have this book on their bookshelf. It is very detailed with preparedness tips for every type of emergency. It also teaches many preparedness skills and has a large food storage recipe section.
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Mar 09, 2009
Shushlibrarian
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A generalized take on disaster preparedness. I did pick up a few good tips, but I've found websites that are a bit more specific. Top of my list of "to do's": heat source, cooking, water storage.
Aug 28, 2011
Michael
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A comprehensive guide to self-sufficiency, from emergency evacuation to suggestions for making cheese at home. The author may come off as frugal or old-fashioned, but she really knows her stuff. A very good addition to the library.
Mar 19, 2011
Tracy
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good book for those who don't have any emergency plan. Much of it is common sense that many people are lacking in. Easy to read format makes it less daunting than som eother emergency planning books.
May 26, 2009
Diana
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This book had a lot of good preparedness ideas, and it is not an LDS book, so it had a little bit different perspective than a lot of the stuff we usually hear.
May 08, 2009
Naomi
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A book to get you started on being prepared for emergencies. For an excellent resource however, see Preparedness Principles by Barbara Salsbury.
Oct 15, 2011
Sarah
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Very good choice for folks who have not thought much about emergency prep.
Mar 20, 2009
Mike
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This is a great book for those who want to be ready when your boat gets rocked. It is an excellent reference filled with ideas and directions on how to be prepared for nearly any catastrophe and how to continue on with life without things like fossil fuels or electricity.
Jan 23, 2011
Ruthie
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I love these types of books, and I am inspired to become prepared to live off the grid. I refuse to live in fear of disasters and other events that cause us to lose power, water, food, etc., but it pays to be prepared for all types of situations, even a short power outage. This book covers everything from getting yourself, family, home, and car into a state of preparedness to tips on handling emergencies to basic skills needed in case you have to live off the grid short-term and long-term. Very
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Sep 02, 2008
Tara
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Pray that you will never need this information, but it is good to be prepared. This is a straightforward, very handy book, especially given all the bad weather in New Orleans and the recent fires in California. It even has recipes for no electricity/emergency cooking!
Oct 30, 2008
Stefanie
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A must-read for moms, especially those who like to be prepared for the unexpected, (and don't we all ;o) Now I'm pricing wood stoves and fire wood; you may even catch me gardening this spring (yeah, try and contain your smirks!)
Sep 23, 2011
Mary
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While you may not be able to implement all of the suggestions, this book is a good reference to help you get organized, and to make sure you have the items you need for any emergency.
May 18, 2009
Amber
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Some good ideas, most of it is common sense though. But it was a nice read to get me motivated.
Mar 08, 2011
Kylene
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Wonderful updated book that will haveyoy prepared for just about anything!
May 08, 2009
Me2
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Most of this book was just common sense, but there were a few insightful chapters on being prepared.
Mar 03, 2011
Courtney
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This book was not what I was expecting. Great information. But seemed a little paranoid, maybe its just me.
Feb 22, 2012
