8 Things I Can't Live (Alone) Without

Hey there! Welcome back to my channel! In today's video, I'm sharing with you the 8 items that I absolutely cannot live without, especially since I'm living alone. Whether it's for convenience, comfort, or just pure necessity, these items have become essential parts of my daily life. Each of these items plays a significant role in making my solo living experience smoother and more enjoyable.

So, if you're living alone or planning to, or if you're just curious about what makes my day-to-day life tick, stick around! I'll be revealing each item, along with why it's so crucial to me. Who knows, you might discover a new must-have for your own solo adventures!

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[mariannedressler]

One tip I have is that whenever I’m going to be using a ladder I text a friend and let them know I’m doing ladder work. Then I check back in when finished. That way if I fall they will know within a reasonable amount of time to come checking on me! Better safe than sorry!

[sueschoers]

I have lived alone for 30 years, there are a couple of things I would add to the list of must haves.
1. Put garden lights around the back and front gardens for security. So you can see if anyone is lurking around the house wiith out turning on any lights.
2. Put all the instructions and warranty cards for the things you buy in a ring binder with the receipts attached.
3. Keep your will, health directives, insurance, retirement/investment and bank account details together in another ring binder. Then if something happens to you, your loved wont have to go fossicing to find the information.
4. Keep a small overnight bag packed and ready to go, so if you have an urgent medical event it can go with you and you won't have to rely on anyone to get you the things you may need or if your away from home and have an accident its easy for someone to bring it to you. (I keep mine behind my bedroom door so its always with easy reach.
5. Keep a little stash of cash tucked away in the house for emergencies so if you have a problem with your bank or loose your bank account card, you dont need to ask anyone to borrow money until it is sorted.

[jacquelynfales]

First timer. 84 years young. I replaced all door knobs with handle type. Easier to grip. Also had the outside door locks keyed the same way so I only need one key to unlock three doors. Can no longer use a ladder. Gripper is essential. A walker with a seat works when I need to move something under 15 pounds which is my limit. My garden beds are 24” high. Walker allows me to sit to tend my veggies. A back belt when lifting or standing saves the back! You see them on people in lumber department in Lowe’s. They wear them for a reason. So good for home use.

[Stopanimalabuse-ul]

Have lived alone for most of my adult life and now I'm looking at the big 70 year birthday! Don't know the time went. I have very little body strength due to a chronic illness, but am fiercely independent, so decided that some adjustments were in order. Simple, but the very best and most helpful item I can't live without is my rolling office chair! I put it at the laundry room entrance and place heavy items on it, such as cases of bottled water. Then I roll it to the kitchen and no heavy lifting. I also use it to sit and clean the toilet, to stock lower cabinets, etc. I know rolling carts are available but my chair allows me to move stuff and then provides a seat for putting things away. I love my chair!

[CupcakeCottage]

The best thing ever is to get rid of all unnecessary items and get organized so it’s easy to find everything. Life is so much easier.

[nancyknott]

I recently purchased a grabber. Great purchase, good for reaching up high or under a table. Also good for cleaning up outside

[DeborahLBendall]

I have an envelope stuck to my fridge with a magnet that's labeled "For ambulance and emergency personnel ". Inside is my Dr's contact info, my current meds, allergies, a list of current medical issues. Which knee is the store bought one, which kid is my POA along with their contact info. All my friends and family know it's there and if the ambulance pro's happen to overlook it they should take it to whatever hospital i was taken too.
I maintain a longer more detailed version to take with me on Dr appointments. Because I won't always remember when i had this surgery or the spelling of that medication. It makes filling out my history a breeze!
Love, love, love your videos!

[sabrinabeckham]

I would add handtruck. I move boxes, larger planters, trash to curb, etc.

[suev]

I’ve lived alone for 10 years and bought myself 4 flashlights. One by my chair, one in my kitchen and bathroom, one by my pillow in bed. Never know when lights go out and I need it.

[lillianbarker]

I’m not being flippant when I add Handyman/woman to the list. It’s tempting to rely on friends, family or neighbors for things you can’t do, but it’s oh so nice to call a handyman and write a check. No strings attached. 😊

[merrilynblackmore]

All us women should be that self sufficient. You never know when you will be alone.

[janewalker]

I am an 83 year old widow and living alone, a life alert is essential. I feel like someone is always aware of my safety.

[cherietucker]

Food storage containers are great to share a big batch of whatever with the bachelor across the road. I make a big batch of chili, taco soup or spaghetti and share on a rainy or snowy night. He helps me with things I can't physically do myself. Our neighborhood watches over each other.

[MsDoglover]

I have something on my keychain that says my pet is home alone should I have an emergency outside my home. I have an accompanying card under my license in my wallet with who to call for the dogs.

[marcilejones]

I have a furniture lifter. It’s a long handled tool that lets you slide the flat front edge of it under the furniture and leverage it up. I often use it with furniture sliders to move heavy pieces or to protect my floor.

[ShellyWest-dx]

Super bright flashlights, fire extinguisher, I keep both in my kitchen. Flashlight has a strong magnet on it and lives on the side of my refrigerator - has come in handy many times.

[dustyroselansall]

Hi Jen - great tips - and I agree one needs to learn self sufficiency when living alone. At going on 83 and a widow with no family near by, I still am 'holding' with being self sufficient at what needs tending to in all areas of my life and with my vehicle but I now draw the line at step ladders after falling off one a few years ago and fracturing ribs and shin bone and lacerating upper under arm! But I'm also still capable of changing out a sink tap or replacing washers, shower hose, etc.

[cled]

Sixty-nine year old childless widow here and I just fell on your channel. What a gold mine! A pleasant lady sharing solid and useful information with appropriate context. I didn't catch your name yet, but I feel like I've found a new friend. Subscribed just now.

[welchyv]

I love your humor. Another tip is always keep your phonecharged

[jengibs]

I have a lot of kit furniture I had to put together myself. When the project is over I take all remaining screws, bits, the instruction manual, etc. and I place them in a ziplock bag and label it. Then they go in the "project bucket". Whenever I want to take something apart again or if a screw comes out and gets lost, I can go straight to the Project Bucket and get whatever I need from there. Or, if I don't have spare parts I need, the manual tells you exactly what the part was called so I can either order a replacement or head down to the local hardware store for the equivalent (in the case of screws and such). It has really helped out a lot, especially when needing spare parts.