Prepare
Household Communication Check
25 minTwo or more
Make sure everyone knows who to contact and where to meet if normal communication is disrupted.
Needs Two People
This one only works with someone else — a partner, housemate, relative or friend, in person or on a call. On your own, do it with the person you'd actually contact in a disruption and agree the details together.
Why You're Doing It
Phones fail, batteries die and networks jam. A household that already agreed where to meet doesn't have to work it out during the disruption.
What You'll Need
- Paper or index cards
- Phone numbers you already use
Safety level: low
Safe for every age. Adults choose the contacts and never share this card publicly.
Keep contact cards private — never post them or share them online.
Don't put home addresses on cards children carry.
Who Can Do What
Adults
Choose the contacts and meeting points
Taking Part
Just a count — no names are ever saved.
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