Ben Rundbaken, M.P.H. – Founder

As a disaster professional in Florida, I’ve written county emergency plans, trained first responders, and served as the Special Needs Shelter Coordinator during Hurricane Milton. Previously, I earned my Master’s in Disaster Management at Tulane University in New Orleans, a city where disasters are part of everyday reality.

After seeing how little personal support was available, I created Homestead to help people prepare. Together, we’ll create a customized strategy so you can feel confident and secure, no matter what comes your way.

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About Us

Preparedness Made Simple

Emergency planning can feel overwhelming. Many people don’t know where to begin, what supplies they truly need, or how to create a plan that works for their household.

Homestead Disaster Preparedness guides you through every step of the process. Our goal is to ensure you have:

  • A complete all-hazard emergency plan
  • Reliable survival and supply kits
  • Practical tools for evacuation or shelter-in-place situations
  • Support from a disaster preparedness professional you can trust

Homestead makes preparedness simple and straightforward, no matter your experience level.

Designed for Real Life Needs

Every household is different, and preparedness is never one-size-fits-all.

Homestead specializes in supporting clients who may have unique challenges or additional responsibilities, including:

  • Medical needs and chronic health conditions
  • Mobility limitations or accessibility concerns
  • Families with young children
  • Pet owners who want to protect every member of the household
  • Business owners who need continuity during emergencies

Homestead is built for real people, real homes, and real emergencies.

Quality Kits You Can Depend On

Our emergency kits and preparedness products are carefully selected to provide essential support when normal services and resources are unavailable.

From food and water storage to first aid, warmth, hygiene, and communication tools, our kits are designed to help you stay safe, healthy, and prepared for the unexpected.

We focus on practical readiness, ease of use, and long-term reliability.

Homestead's Mission

Homestead's mission is simple:

To help you create a safer, more prepared future- starting today.

Professional preparedness, designed for you.