FIRST AID KITS AND PREPROGRAMMED RADIO PACKAGES AT https://kentuckysustainableliving.com/ In this episode of Homestead HQ, we break down practical home defense and security strategies that focus on preparation, deterrence, and resilience — not weapons. Home defense isn’t about confrontation; it’s about buying time, reducing risk, and keeping your family safe when emergency services may be delayed or unavailable. We cover non-lethal security methods including perimeter awareness, alarms, lighting, safe rooms, layered security planning, and the importance of strong community watch systems. This episode is perfect for homesteaders, preppers, rural families, and anyone focused on self-reliance who wants realistic, responsible ways to protect their home without escalating violence. Topics Covered in This Episode: • Layered home security planning • Perimeter alarms and early-warning systems • Lighting, landscaping, and visibility • Safe rooms and shelter-in-place strategies • Dogs, cameras, and deterrence tools • Building neighborhood and community watch networks • Security mindset and situational awareness Preparedness is about thinking ahead, not reacting in panic. This episode helps you build a calm, capable home defense plan that works in real-world emergencies. #HomeDefense #HomeSecurity #Preparedness #Prepping #HomesteadHQ #NonLethalDefense #FamilySafety #PerimeterSecurity #SituationalAwareness #SelfReliance #CommunityPreparedness #GridDown #ResilientLiving #Homesteading #PreparednessPodcast