Park the motor home in a location with access to electrical, water and sewer dump hook-ups, such as an RV park. Plug in to the electrical source to provide auxiliary power for items such as the refrigerator, television and lighting. Batteries, solar panels or a generator may also be used as a power source. Fill up the vehicle's water tanks to provide ample water for the toilet, shower and sink. Monitor the tanks often to ensure that you don't run out of water, propane or room in the sewer tank.
Discard or store belongings that you don't often use, and that won't comfortably fit inside the motor home. Store enough clothing so that you can go for a few days in between needing to do laundry and use vacuum-sealed, collapsible bags to store out-of-season clothing . Bring along pots and pans that will allow you to cook just as you would in the kitchen of a standard home.
Organize your space so that you feel comfortable in the living quarters. Rearrange or remove furniture if necessary to create a space that doesn't cause you to feel claustrophobic. Work through each room of the vehicle to organize your space as efficiently as possible, using wall-mounted storage and shelving to create extra cargo space.
Depending on the climate of the area where the motor home is parked, try to minimize usage of the air conditioner and heater to save on propane and energy usage. During the summer, open windows and use fans during the morning and night. Keep doors and windows shut as much as possible during the cold winter months in order to trap heat inside.
Conserve the on-board water supply by showering every other day, or learning how to wash your hair in the sink, as opposed to a full shower. In a private location, an outdoor shower may also allow you to use the heat from the sun to heat water and bathe outside during the summer months.
