When 21 year old Rick Meinig lay in a burn unit following a chemical explosion in a Boston lab in 1979 his overwhelmed mother had no knowledge of any support groups for burn survivors or their families. Years later when Kathy Meinig filled in as a physical therapist in burn units in Denver and Iowa […]
In 2019, Tim Kreigel had Angel as a camper and taught him how to ride a bike. Angel spent that whole camp attached to a bike any moment he could. Tim mentioned how much it meant to him to be able to help Angel out with such an important thing in life. On to Burn […]
On May 14th, 2022, the Phoenix Society for Burn Survivors hosted their virtual Phoenix Engage 2022, in lieu of the annual World Burn Congress. The Arizona Burn Foundation sponsored the registration of 4 burn survivors from the ABF community to help them attend. During the day, survivors were able to connect virtually with other burn […]
After a two year hiatus, Camp Courage 2022 was a grand success! The theme for this year’s camp was “Celebrate” and the entire week was certainly filled with celebrations, laughter, joy, healing, and bravery. It took place June 5 – June 11 in Prescott, AZ with 40+ campers and about 80 volunteers. Burn survivors age […]
At the end of April, volunteers gathered together in Chandler to prepare for the upcoming Camp Courage 2022 happening this June. Participating in a day-long training, volunteers learned what to expect while at camp and important information that will help them guide and support the campers during the week of camp. ABF strives to ensure […]
Arizona Burn Foundation collaborates with the Arizona Burn Center to provide S.O.A.R. visits to patients inside the hospital setting. S.O.A.R. stands for Survivors Offering Assistance in Recovery and was created by the Phoenix Society as a way for burn survivors to give back and provide support to others going through similar injuries. Burn survivors who […]
Christin Lipinski has been involved with our Adopt-a-Family program for a couple of years. Recently she shared why. “In 2018, I was completely humbled with an overwhelming amount of support from friends, family, and so many people I have never met. The Arizona Burn Foundation was a huge support to me. While in the hospital, […]
Camp Courage 2022 is right around the corner and camper applications are open! Taking place June 5 through June 11, we will gather in Prescott for a week of fun and therapeutic activities such as a ropes course, arts and crafts, tie-dye, an equine program and more. Camp Courage is a safe environment where burn […]
Sam was burned while playing outside with his older brother when a lighter caught his pajamas on fire and 14% of his body was burned, including his face, neck, and torso. Julianna, Sam’s mom, felt overwhelmed in the hospital, but her family and the Arizona Burn Foundation were there to listen and support her. So […]
Ashley was burned at 18 month old. She got her head stuck under the faucet, while trying to stand up in the bath. 50% of her body has 3rd degree scald burns. Ashley states, “I have burns to my head, the sides of my face, neck, left upper shoulder, and across my chest.” “I struggled […]
