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Home defense

A plan your family can say out loud

By Ryan Fields-Spack · Former fire captain · 20+ years as a paramedic ·

If something happens, the people in your house should already know who calls 911, where you meet, and who is allowed to open the safe.

Say it out loud before you need it. The quiz writes the plan for your family. These videos are me talking it through as a dad.

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Who picks these kits

Ryan holding the My personal kit

Ryan Fields-Spack

  • former fire captain
  • 20+ years as a paramedic
  • dad of three
About Ryan

The videos

  • How Any Dad Can Protect His Family | My Real Home Defense Journey Begins

  • Home Defense Gear Every Dad Should Understand

These two sit with the calm page. Watch them here, then stay on the site for the rest.

  • 4 Calm Hacks That Work Under Pressure

  • 5 Silent Pressures Dads Carry (And How to Stop Carrying Them Alone)

On YouTube

I post short videos on keeping the house ready. Subscribe if you want the next one.

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What if this is an emergency?

Call 911. This page is education, not medical advice, and it is not a substitute for 911.

Read the medical disclaimer