Dear ABF Supporters, I recently had the privilege of spending time with some of our young burn survivors and their families at our newest camp, Camp Cousteau in Loreto, Mexico. One evening at dinner, I was deeply moved by a conversation with one of the survivor’s fathers. He shared how special this time away with […]
Three years after her initial burn injury, Hitaxi Mistry returned to the Arizona Burn Center, this time to offer peer support to another burn survivor. For Hitaxi, this was a chance to give back to a community that has embraced her. Having suffered third-degree burns on 72 percent of her body, she endured seven months […]
From January 10th-12th, ABF hosted our annual Camp Nurture at the beautiful Saguaro Lake Guest Ranch, bringing together five families of young burn survivors, ages 0-6, for a weekend of connection, healing, and fun. Camp Nurture is designed to support burn survivors and their families as they navigate the physical, emotional, and social challenges of […]
Camp Nurture is ABF’s family camp designed for burn survivors ages 0-6 and their family members. This year, ABF hosted 5 families to participate in a unique opportunity to meet other families with young children who sustained a burn injury. Parents took part in a variety of therapeutic sessions over the weekend long camp as […]
We are thrilled to announce the return of our annual Camp Thrive, a unique opportunity for young burn survivors aged 18-25 to come together and enjoy a weekend filled with meaningful connections and personal growth. Hosted in the Flagstaff, Arizona, from March 14th to 16th, this camp is designed to offer participants a safe and […]
The day before his 70th birthday, Mark Dearth found himself facing a life-altering emergency when an explosion on his rural Arizona property led to serious burns on his right leg and hand. Over the last six months, Mark has embraced the healing power of art and channeled his energy to give back to his newfound […]
To meet and accommodate burn survivors during all phases of healing, the Arizona Burn Foundation uses a comprehensive Continuum of Care Model. The Continuum of Care Model allows survivors and their families to receive the levels of care they need throughout the entire recovery process. Survivors in inpatient care receive the high levels of care […]
Looking into the new year we’re excited for another year of Camp Nurture, a special camp for burn survivors aged 0-6 and their families. This year’s theme is Western, with fun activities like arts and crafts, horseback riding, western-themed games, family free time, entertainment, and a Burn Survivor Family Q&A Panel. It’s a unique opportunity for families […]
On August 13, 2024, under the starlit sky of my home, four hours east of Phoenix, I was tending to my outdoor fire, something I did most nights. In a split second, my life changed. My cardigan sleeve caught fire, and as I tried to smother it, the flames spread swiftly from my sleeve to […]
On October 26th, ABF hosted our third annual Cottonwood Social Gathering in partnership with the Cottonwood Fire Department. Over 80 attendees enjoyed a day of fun and relaxation at the picturesque Dead Horse Ranch State Park. From horseback riding and ATV adventures to canoeing on the serene lake and creative crafting sessions, there was something […]
