3 Simple Tips for Seniors Stay Safe During Civil Unrest

As a senior, it's essential to prioritize your safety during chaotic situations. Whether it's a natural disaster, civil unrest, or a personal emergency, staying safe requires preparation and quick thinking. In this video, we'll share essential tips for seniors to stay safe during chaos, including how to create a emergency kit, communicate with loved ones, and stay informed about potential threats. Learn how to protect yourself and your loved ones from harm and stay safe even in the most uncertain times.

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Video By: Silver Survival

[SilverSurvival]

If you have anything to add to the first three tips, please post it in the comments! I want everyone to benefit from your wisdom as well!

[lorij]

Not opening your door to strangers is a big one even now. I liked the comment about covering windows so no one will know who’s in there. Stock up on flashlight for power outages. Good advice here… Thanks

[lguz]

It's better to have it an not need it .then to need not have it .😊

[williamwilson]

This senior is ready. Not my first rodeo…

[Sharlene-xq]

Reading the Bible will occupy your mind and bring you closer to God. Going to need him more than ever ❤🙏

[Ayelet]

Thank you for this video!
Add trash bags, lighters, matches, Starlink ( mini)
first aid equipment, extra can opener, multitool, work gloves, extra glasses, comfortable shoes, washcloths, bar soap.
Stay calm. Trust God and carry on! 🙏🏼❤️

[CitizenofthenewJerusalem]

My greatest advice to prepare: get to know the Lord Jesus Christ. Learn to trust Him and obey Him in everything.🙏❤️

[normul]

We're 69 and stuck in the suburbs, but long to be out like you are! Looks wonderful! Things do look bad....Lord willing He'll have mercy on us. Stay safe.

[bekind]

What sad times we are living in. It's shameful.

[lisalee]

Southern California here and we have made plans to be home. Also a tip i share...everytime i finish a laundry soap jug or a cat litter jug i fill it with tap water for toikets or hand washing clothes. Dont save those cheap gallon jugs of water because its cheap plastic and they crack.

[gretchenfrederick]

Tips: Do ALL of your laundry and dishes ahead of time. Paper plates and plastic ware. Videotape every single thing in your house. Just do a walk thru and quickly pull out drawers and video tape what's there. Important papers especially insurance and deeds place in ziplock bags.

[sasham]

Planned my vacation a little later than usual, early morning Nov.5th my son and I are leaving the state to the country. We live in a pretty populated area (over 375, 000) and if anything happens I don't want to be here, I'm smack in the middle of the city. For all I know it will be fine but if not we won't be here, I'm also older now and you have to be realistic, I'm not as fast as I used to be. I don't want to have to worry about it or worry about my son getting to me. Good luck to everyone stay safe

[TheSwordComes]

I’m glad dad just went to heaven one last thing to stress over. Both parents gone in-laws also. I hate to say this but it’s going to be tough. I also need to take better care of myself.

[LynneClos]

Get a small solar generator. We had a 3ft snow last March (Colorado mts) & used the solar gen to run the Starlink (no cell service here, have VOIP) - our only communication. Bottles, cotton, charcoal & iodine to purify rainwater (well pump is elec). Make a solar oven from cardboard box, styro, plexiglass & you can cook. And thank heaven for wood stove!

[MultiLadybug]

We are going to pick up a multi-pack of baby wipes at Costco in case of water problems. Easy to use for quick hand washing or a "sponge" bath.

[captainsden]

My wife and I just recently purchased a solar generator with two 100 watt solar panels. It wasn’t real cheap but it powerful enough to keep the fridge and the extra freezer and maybe some lights going. Added to the propane space heater and camp stove. Stored water and dry and canned food. Obviously well prepared for personal protection. I would also add make friends with like minded neighbors and if possible make a defense alliance with them. Being a lone wolf in SHTF situation won’t work.
Stay safe.

[rapalaron]

Respect for what you're doing buddy. The last 25 years i've mostly invested to be self supported. People told me i'm crazy and how i could live like that, but it will be those who are first asking for help if things go bad. Cheers!

[eyesup]

I live in an apartment. If necessary, I would cover the door with heavy blanket to insulate from noise and keep cooking smells in. Also, cover windows with garbage bags so nobody can see lights or moving around inside. Along with prescription medications, keep over the counter medications for stomach upset, colds, pain, etc., and first aid supplies such as antibiotics, bandages….❤ also, bibles, board games, and playing cards are good to keep on hand.

[DebsSutherland]

I always keep bicarbonate of soda (many uses!) and pure, raw honey (best natural antibiotic)
as well as rehydrate, an antinausea tablet, something to stop a runny tummy, something for constipation and an antihistamine

Also, a good vitamin C and multivitamin supplement to make up for a lack of fresh fruit and veggies

I also like to keep things on hand that are comfort items, to help maintain sanity, like coffee and chocolate and even my favorite teddy is stuffed in my go bag - may seem silly, but in survival I reckon, do what works for you ❤

[prarieborn]

Hello I am 80 ys old. my tip is : Keep gas tank in your vehicle topped off at all times. Drive off the top 1/4 tank rather than the bottom 1/4 tank. always a good habit. We went to church on a sunday. My son did not stop for gas, said we had enough to get there.and could get gas on the way home. . The power went out suddenly, during a squall that blew in during church. We headed for the gas station and all of them were closed, no power to pump the gas. We made it home on “fumes” the tank was empty when we pulled in our driveway. No way to get to the pharmacy to pick up a RX I needed. but the Pharmacy@ and super market had no power either.. My grown son learned a hard inconvenient lesson. . it is the little things that can sneak up on you andd bite you in the backside.. We should never put ourselves o othersat risk and run out of gas and have to call a friend to bring us some gas to put in the car which stranded. our own driveway. We might need to get somewhere in an Emrgency. How about being caught in a traffc jam during a sudden Blizzard or even a long long delay, and not having eough gas to run the heater to stay warm or the AC or listen to the radio.? And how about needng to evacuate the city or area you livein? How are you going to get anywhere if you have to buy gas first? it could mean the diffeence between survival or not.