Please note, some in-person events have been canceled/rescheduled due to COVID-19.
July 2023
Camp Beyond the Scars 2023
REGISTRATION FOR CAMP 2023 OPENS MARCH 27 Camp Beyond the Scars is a weeklong sleepaway summer camp for children between the ages of 8–17 who have experienced a burn injury. Our camp provides a relaxed social setting, which supports burn-injured children so they can have fun, learn coping skills, and build relationships with other burn survivors. Under the supervision of staff and volunteers, campers get to do what kids do best – have fun! This camp also offers a one-of-a-kind…
Find out more »August 2023
Lunch & Learn: Scars, Skin & Stretching
Join us on June 21 at the Burn Institute (or via Zoom) for an information and educational lunch with occupational therapy students from the University of St. Augustine, San Marcos. These students will cover topics such as Skin management to reduce itchiness Scar management Massage techniques for burns Stress management Stretching techniques for burns RSVP Today!
Find out more »Adult Survivor Weekend Getaway
Join us for this 1-day conference for adult burn survivors and caregivers on August 19 from 8am-4pm. This free retreat is great for new survivors and those currently receiving support. This conference is focused on adult support and will have conversations geared toward adult burn survivors. The retreat will have workshops about Trauma and relationships Supporting your survivor Self care activities The day will include activities, breakfast, lunch, dinner, and community building. Space is limited. Please fill out the RSVP…
Find out more »October 2023
Burn Survivor Family Halloween Party
Join us at the Firehouse Museum on Saturday, October 28 from 10am-2pm for a ghouly good time! We will have arts and crafts, games, and of course some good trick-o-treating fun for the whole family. Costumes encouraged! Please RSVP below so we have an accurate count for food and treats Contact our Burn Survivor Program Coordinator, Jeaninne, at [email protected] or 858-541-2277, with questions! Limited parking will be available. You can also take the Green or Blue Line trolly to the…
Find out more »November 2023
Adult Survivor Weekend Getaway
Join us for this 1-day conference for adult burn survivors and caregivers on November 4 from 8am-4pm. This retreat is great for new survivors and those currently receiving support. This conference is focused on adult support and will have conversations geared toward adult burn survivors. The retreat will have workshops about Trauma and relationships Supporting your survivor Self care activities The day will include activities, breakfast, lunch, dinner, and community building. Space is limited. Please fill out the RSVP below…
Find out more »Young Adult and Teen Burn Survivor afternoon at the PLUNGE
Join other young adult and teen burn survivors for a fun afternoon of community building at the PLUNGE San Diego! Questions? Contact Jeaninne at [email protected]
Find out more »December 2023
San Diego Holiday Party
The Burn Institute is teaming up with San Diego Fire-Rescue Department to bring holiday joy to local burn survivors and their families. Hundreds of survivors and their family members come together for an afternoon of bonding and festive family activities. We’ll have arts and crafts, face painting, dancing, and even a visit from Santa! Firefighters will be grilling up a BBQ lunch for all attendees to enjoy. This event is open to local burn survivors and the immediate family members.…
Find out more »Imperial Valley Burn Survivor Holiday Party
The Burn Institute is teaming up with El Centro Fire Department to bring holiday joy to local burn survivors and their families. Survivors and their family members come together for an afternoon of bonding and festive family activities. We’ll have arts and crafts, face painting, dancing, and even a visit from Santa! We'll have lunch for all attendees to enjoy. This event is open to local burn survivors and the immediate family members. Online registration is required for this event…
Find out more »January 2024
Burn Survivor Day of Giving – Smoke Alarm Installations
Join fellow burn survivors in giving back to our San Diego community with this smoke alarm installation event. Burn Survivors will install smoke alarms and carbon monoxide alarms with our Fire Safe Seniors program. No Experience Needed: All training for the installations will be provided day of. More information coming soon. Questions? Contact Leilani at 858-541-2277 or [email protected]
Find out more »February 2024
Burn Survivor Family Picnic
Join the Burn Institute to kick off Burn Awareness Week with a family picnic! We will have firefighters grilling lunch, fun outdoor games, and burn survivor speakers. Please RSVP to the picnic below Date: February 3, 2024 Time: 11am-1pm Location: Admiral Baker Park, 2510 Admiral Baker Road, San Diego, CA 92124
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