Burn Injury Resource Center

Tulsa Firefighters Educational Clowns Burn Camp:

Oklahoma

This is a 5 day camp for burned children and children who have any disfiguring type of injuries. More than 100 counselors and volunteers participate in this camp ranging from firefighters, burn nurses and many other volunteers. Camp activities include western town theme, go cart track, petting zoo, team building games and much more. Children in this camp have fun, learn and have an experience that they won't forget. Every year there is a different theme and each child will receive many things including a burn camp shirt, hat, camp packet, toys and much more.

For more details see the website.

Email: huffytheclown@cox.net

Phone number: 918- 857-6351/ 918-698-8812 /Cellular: 918- 693-3376

ACBC Burn Camp:

Contact person: Mary Mondozzi

The organization: the Paul and Carol David Foundation Burn Institute

Area: Akron Children's hospital, one perkins square

State: Ohio- Akron.

Phone number: 330-543-8813

Fax number: 330-543-9998

Email: mmondozzi@chmca.org

No website available

This camp is during the Summer which is the first full week in August for 6 days.

ACBC Camp Phoenix:

Contact person: Linda Powers

The organization: 3100 East 45th Suite 214

Area: Camp is in cool pines by Prescott, AZ

State: Ohio-Cleveland.

Phone number: 216-883-6633

Fax number: 216-883-6655

Email: lpk39@hotmail.com

There are two camps that are held per year. One is held in the Summer in mid August for 4 days and the other one is held in Winter during the President's day weekend for 4 days.

Georgia Firefighters Burn Foundation: Camp Oo-U-La

Georgia

This camp is sponsored entirely by the Georgia Firefighters Burn Foundation and is totally free of charge. It's the first and only camp serving children who survived a burn injury. In this camp survivors will have the opportunity to face social and physical challenges among their peers in a friendly, family type setting. The camp has goals, in this camp an atmosphere of conditionless love and acceptance is provided. Many activities will be provided that give the survivors a sense of accomplishment. Survivors will share their similar experiences and will form a social network that will help building self-esteem. In this camp the child will be seen on the inside not just the scars on the outside. The staff is dedicated to do their best to help and support these children and many of them are burn survivors themselves.

For more details see the website.

Email: campdirector@gfbf.org

Phone number: 404-320-6223

Illinois Fire Safety Alliance Burn Camp:

Illinois

This Camp is open to children ages 8-16 that have experienced a burn injury requiring hospitalization in Illinois. A safe environment will be provided for these children were they will enjoy various activities including swimming, row boating, canoeing, fishing, archery, crafts and much more. Survivors will make new friends, built their self-esteem and share their experience with other survivors.

For more details see the website.

Email: ifsa@ifsa.org

Phone number: 847-390-0911

Missouri Children's Burn Camp:

Missouri

This camp is for children ages 6-17 who have been hospitalized for burns. In this weeklong camp, campers will participate in biking, boating, swimming, horseback riding and many other outdoor activities. Survivors will have fun, learn, share their experience with others and know that they are not the only ones with the burn injury. Survivors will develop new skill, make new friends and will have an experience that will not be forgotten as their lives will be different after this camp.

For more details see the website.

Email: brsg@sbcglobal.net

Phone number: 314-997-2757 or 866-997-BURN or 866-997-2876

Fax: 314-997-0903

Central Virginia Burn Camp:

Virginia

This camp was established in 1994 by the Charlottesville Professional Firefighters Association. Children between the ages of 7 and 17 can attend this camp and participate in various activities in a safe and a fun environment. The staff does their best to meet the physical, social and psychological needs of theses survivors. This camp gives firefighters who are part of the burn staff the opportunity to share their experience with these children. Since its inception firefighters from across the Commonwealth and numerous organizations have assisted in making the Central Virginia Burn Camp a success since.

For more information see the website.

Email: cvbc1999@yahoo.com

Phone number: 434-263-6566

Louisiana Burn Camp:

Louisiana

This Camp is held in June every year at Camp Alabama in Choudrant, LA for Children ages 5 to 17 who have survived burn injuries. Many activities are practiced including fishing, arts & crafts, swimming, boating, canoeing, volleyball and much more. Campers enjoy air-conditioned cabins, pavilion, dining hall, playground, canoeing, swimming pool, and much more.

For more details see the website.

Email: burnfoundation@percyrjonhson.org

Phone Number: 318-675-6853

Camp I-Thonka-Chi:

Texas- Dallas

This camp is sponsored by Parkland Memorial Hospital; the meaning of the camp is "a place that makes one strong or fearless, not afraid to face life". Survivors in this camp participate in various activities which include fishing, canoeing, arts and crafts and much more. Adult burn survivors join the Parkland Burn Center staff to serve as volunteer counselors to the children. Participation by adult burn survivors provides role models who, in spite of similar injuries, have gone on to lead normal, productive lives. Children in this camp share with others burn survivors their experience and what they have gone through making them feel that they are not alone and that there is support.

For more information see the website.

Email: dcrump@parknet.pmh.org

Texas Burn Survivors society- Camp David:

Texas-San Antonio

This camp is designed specifically for pediatric burn survivors aged 7 to 15 and is open to all survivors, regardless of ethnicity, language, or religious affiliation. In this camp which is a week of fun and adventure, children will gain self confidence and learn from others who have been through the same experience. With the help and support of the dedicated staff, these children will learn that nothing is impossible and that there is no limit to their potential. The camp also hosts Teen retreat twice a year which is a three day event, designed for young adults aged 15 to graduating high school senior. Survivors or children and siblings of burn survivors who have been impacted by the burn injury can attend this retreat and participate in various activities.\

For more information see the website.

Email: tbssinfo@sbcglobal.net

Phone number: 210-824-8499

Camp Janus:

Texas

This camp is held annually in which survivors aged 5-18 who sustained a burn injury will have fun and adventure. A multi-disciplinary team of professionals from a wide spectrum of the community staffs this camp. A positive therapeutic, recreational and educational experience will be provided by the team of volunteers for all campers. Children in this camp will have the opportunity to meet and socialize with other children as well as participating in many activities which will enhance their physical and psychological recovery.

For more information see the website.

Email: lora_oswalt@mhhs.org

Phone number: 713-247-3050

Wisconsin Alliance for Fire Safety: Burn Camp:

Wisconsin

It's a one week Summer camp for youth ages 7-17 who have endured a significant burn injury, in this camp these survivors will have fun, learn, make friends, and share their experience with other survivors. They will develop self esteem which will help them to cope with their life beyond their injuries. Activities in this camp include swimming, hiking, Harley-Davidson Motorcycle Rides, arts and crafts and much more.

For more information see the website.

Email: info@wafs.org

Phone number: 800-315-0911

They are clothing in which the materials that is made from can catch fire easily. Flammable clothing became public in the 1940s after an epidemic of children who sustained leg burns caused by the ignition of Gene Audry cowboy suits, these suits were highly flammable. Soon this was reinforced when girls sustained burns that resulted from wearing cotton sweater which were highly flammable (torch sweaters). In 1953 the Flammability Fabrics Act was passed in the USA that regulates the manufacture and sale of wearing appeal of highly flammable clothing.

Among common flammable clothing for children are pajamas, gowns, and bathrobes. Factors that affect the speed at which clothes ignite and the rate at which they burn after being ignited include:

• The type of material it's made of: cotton burns fast and is destroyed completely within seconds, synthetic fiber such as nylon has a lower risk of burning but it will melt and stick to the skin. For wool it burns very slowly and doesn't ignite. A fabric that is made from plant fibers which is chemically treated has flame retardant characters.
• A fabric that is heavier and has a tighter weave has a higher flame resistance with a slower burn rate.
• Pile surfaces have very loose fibers with significant air spaces between them, eg fuzzy fabrics, faux fur and others. In this type the surface easily ignites and the flames spread quickly across the brushed surface.
• The design of the cloth: tight fitting clothes are less dangerous than long loose fitting clothes as long loose fitting clothes can swing away from the body and catch fire.

• When buying clothes and sleepwear for children look for a label with low fire risk.
• Avoid buying clothes that can catch fire easily.
• Make sure that there is a protective guard around places where there are heaters and fires.
• Children should be monitored and prevented from playing with candles, matches and lighters.
• Children should be kept away from any fire source such as heaters.
• In case clothes your child is wearing catch fire, Stop, drop and roll.

CPR is an emergency life saving procedure consisting of timed compression of external chest wall with alternating mouth to mouth breathing.

First you have to make sure that the scene is safe to help the victim and perform CPR. Determine whether the victim is responsive or not by tapping on the shoulder and shouting at them "are you ok?" If there is no response than 911 should be called. In the unconscious victim, the most common airway obstruction is the tongue. Roll the victim on their back, open the airway by tilting the head back gently with one hand and gently lift the chin forward with the other hand, this may allow breathing to resume.

Check if the victim is breathing by looking for chest movement, listening for normal breath sounds and feeling any air movement on your cheek for 5 - 10 seconds. If there is no breathing than start CPR. Pinch nose shut and start mouth to mouth breathing by making a tight seal around the victim's mouth with yours, give 2 slow breaths making sure that the person's chest rises with each breath.

Immediately after giving the 2 breaths start chest compression by placing the heal of one hand on the center of the victims chest between the nipples. Place your other hand on top of the first hand, your elbows should be kept straight with your shoulders positioned directly above your hands. Using your body weight press down on the chest with enough force to compress the chest down about 2 inches, compress the chest at a rate of 100 compressions per minute. After doing 30 compressions, stop and open the airway by head tilt, chin lift, pinch the nose shut and start mouth to mouth breathing, give 2 slow breaths. This is one cycle. Each cycle consists of 30 compressions and 2 breaths. Each cycle is done in about 24 seconds. After 5 cycles which takes about 2 minutes, stop and check for breathing. If there is no breathing, continue CPR until emergency medical help arrives and take over.

See the following link for a new CPR method.

This information is not intended nor implied to be a substitute for professional medical advice; it should not be used during any medical emergency or for the diagnosis or treatment of any medical condition. Call 911 for all medical emergencies.

Gas leak is dangerous and may lead to serious consequences if an explosion happens. That's why it's important to react quickly if you smell gas. The following things are to be done when smelling gas:

• Gas smells like a rotten egg.
• If you are inside and smell gas, worn others who are inside and leave the area where you smell gas to an outside area.
• Ventilate the area by opening the doors and windows but don't waste time inside.
• Call the gas company or 911 if you suspect there is a gas leak from after you are outside the area.
• Avoid lighting a match, smoking, lighting a candle, using a lighter, using a cell phone or a regular phone until you have left the area. Do Not turn the light on or off as this may generate a spark that may lead to ignition of the gas.
• When you smell gas outside, stay away from the smell and worn others about the smell.
• Turn off the gas meter if you can do so safely.
• Don't try to fix the leak yourself.

A burn injury is a traumatic experience for everyone, it doesn't affect the person who was exposed to a burn injury alone but affects everyone around him/her. For children it's even harder for them to adapt to their new life as their experience in life is limited. For parents, there are ways to deal with the child that will help both the child and the parents.

The parent of a burned child must be careful to take care of himself/herself so that you can continue to take care of their child. Children look up to their parents and the way they handle the situation will affect the child progress. Don't force your child to do things that he/she doesn't want to do. Try to set small goals, take one step at a time, as your child achieve these small goals, they will build confidence. Always encourage your child no matter how minor the thing he/she has done. Make your child feel independent. Your child has been exposed to a trauma and a regression in his behavior may be noticed such as wetting the bed in a previously trained child. You have to be patient it is expected after a burn injury to have changes in behavior. Don't show guilt feelings and don't treat your child as a victim. Engage in conversations with your child; try to understand how he /she feels and what is bothering them. Tell your child how you feel. Make your child feel that he/she is normal and encourage him/her to express their feelings and opinions. Show your child love and support. Contact your child's teacher and make the school know what your child has gone through, this will help them to understand and help your child. Engage your child with children that have been exposed to similar experiences as they can learn from each other and help each other. These children can be found in burn camps and support groups. There are support groups for parents as well. If you think that you need help then seek the help of others as well as seeking help and advice from a proficiently qualified person.

This information is not intended nor implied to be a substitute for professional medical advice; it should not be used during any medical emergency or for the diagnosis or treatment of any medical condition. Call 911 for all medical emergencies.