Step 1 of 3
Who is in your family?
Everything in your plan is based on these numbers.
Adults
Age 18 to 64, including you.
Children
Under 18.
Children's ages
Helps us figure food amounts. Leave blank if you are not sure.
Older adults
Age 65 and over.
Pets
Dogs or cats. We add water for them.
Your household: 4 people
Step 2 of 3
How many days do you want to be ready for?
How long your family could get by on what you have stored, without the store or the power grid.
Step 3 of 3
A few last details
For example blood pressure, insulin, an inhaler or thyroid medicine. Type "none" if no one does. This stays on your device.
Where do you live?
Does your home have a basement?
Your family readiness plan
Your plan is ready
Water to store
Core dry food
To get started, spread out over time
Do these in order
Your full breakdown
Tap a section to open it.
Keep learning
Read the free guides on packing a go-bag, storing food and generator safety.
See the free guidesAmounts are estimates for planning. Sources include Ready.gov (FEMA), the CDC and FoodSafety.gov. Talk with your doctor about medical needs.