Home & Auto Maintenance - Basics
Overview
Knowing how to properly maintain a home or vehicle builds lasting confidence, independence, and a strong sense of pride in ownership.
Home & Auto Maintenance - The Basics teaches practical, everyday skills that help keep families safe, save money over time, and prevent small, manageable problems from escalating into costly, stressful emergencies.
This hands-on course is carefully designed and taught by veterans, former first responders, and experienced community partners—individuals who deeply understand the importance of preparedness, precision, and responsibility in daily life. Together, they work to empower participants to confidently take charge of their immediate surroundings, learning essential techniques to care for the things that reliably support and serve us every day.
Course Description
Participants will gain step-by-step instruction and practical experience in maintaining both home and vehicle essentials, including:
Home Maintenance
Basic plumbing repairs (leaky faucets, running toilets)
Electrical safety and replacing outlets/light fixtures
Wall repair, painting, and weatherproofing
Tool identification, safe usage, and storage
Seasonal home safety checks and energy-saving tips
Auto Maintenance
Checking oil, fluids, and tire pressure
Changing a flat tire or headlight bulb
Understanding dashboard warnings and emergency tools
Basic vehicle cleaning and longevity tips
Preventative care to reduce repair costs
Each class blends demonstration and guided participation, allowing learners to gain real skills and the confidence to handle common home or vehicle challenges.
Who It’s For
Veterans, first responders, and families
Young adults preparing for independence
Homeowners and renters seeking self-sufficiency
Anyone interested in learning practical, everyday repair skills
Led by Those Who Served, Built for Everyday Life
This course is led by veterans and former first responders, individuals who spent years fixing problems under pressure and keeping systems running when it mattered most.
Their precision and leadership carry over naturally into teaching home and vehicle care, where safety, awareness, and readiness are key.
Supported by local tradespeople, mechanics, and hardware partners, this program combines technical know-how with community collaboration—making it a true team effort that benefits everyone involved.
Why It Matters
For the community: Builds a culture of preparedness, reduces household costs, and encourages self-reliance.
For families: Fosters shared responsibility, safety, and independence.
For veterans and first responders: Restores purpose and dignity through hands-on teaching and mentorship.
These are the skills that keep homes running, cars moving, and people confident in their ability to handle life’s everyday challenges. It’s about independence—and the quiet pride of knowing you can fix it yourself.