Phase 1 · Shock & Triage

Start with what holds you up.

Take one slow breath. You do not need to solve everything today—just make the next few decisions visible.

Steady Ballast is organizational guidance, not legal, tax, insurance, medical, mental-health, or financial advice.

A five-minute first pass

Step 1 of 3

Where are you?

Your state is the only required answer. It helps us point you toward the right official agencies; rules and coverage options vary by state.

We do not need your address, employer, income, or account details.

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