A mattress, bedding set, and immediate window treatments (blinds or shades) for privacy [25, 31].

Basic cookware, a trash can, dish soap, and a coffee maker or kettle [17, 31].

Change the door locks immediately [15, 37]. Purchase a basic toolkit (hammer, screwdrivers, tape measure), fire extinguisher, and fresh batteries for smoke detectors [5, 32]. Shopping Resources & Checklists