Washington DC, Shelter In Place

Challenge

A professional couple living in Washington, D.C. sought to enhance their household’s preparedness following experiences with civil disturbances in recent years due to their high-profile professions. Their priority was to ensure they could shelter in place comfortably and securely during emergencies.

They wanted a comprehensive, long-term solution that required minimal maintenance and addressed food, power, water, and sanitation needs. Additionally, they desired a flexible plan that could be extended to their secondary residence in the future, ensuring preparedness wherever they chose to reside.

Solution

Private Provision worked closely with the couple to design a customized preparedness plan tailored to their specific needs and lifestyle. The solution focused on long-term reliability and convenience, including:

• Long-Term Food Storage:
  A three-month supply of freeze-dried, long-shelf-life meals, curated to accommodate their preferences and nutritional needs, ensuring they could maintain comfort during future, extended shelter-in-place scenarios.

• Backup Power Solutions:
  Solar-powered generators and battery backups were provided to support essential home systems, including lighting, refrigeration, and communication tools.

• Future Expansion:
  Established a plan to partner again in the future to prepare their secondary residence with the same level of thoughtfulness, enabling seamless preparedness across locations.

Outcome

The couple now has a discreet, comprehensive solution in place, providing them with the ability to shelter in place confidently during unforeseen events. The durable, low-maintenance provisions align perfectly with their busy lives, requiring no ongoing management.

Looking ahead, the flexibility to extend these services to their secondary residence ensures that their preparedness will adapt to their evolving needs.