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"Before support group, I could not speak about my son's accident because it hurt too much.
I felt alone. But now I like to share my story in hopes that it can help another family. It is nice to talk to other parents who know exactly how I feel and understand the rollercoaster of emotions I have gone through."
We offer survivors and their families the following assistance
Video Interviews of Burn Survivor Families
Child Burn Survivor Stories
A Mother's Story of Hope
Diego was only a year old when he grabbed a bowl of soup and dropped it on himself. He suffered from a severe burn on 80% of his chest. His mother, Grace, opened up to Children's Burn Foundation about the experience and her painful memories. "It was one of the worst days of my life. Every year on the anniversary of the day that Diego was burned, I would break down in tears and remember exactly how I felt that day. But going to CBF's support group and being able to share my feelings about the accident has helped me tremendously.
Before support group, I could not speak about the accident because it hurt too much. I felt alone. But now I like to share my story in hopes that it can help another family. It is nice to talk to other parents who know exactly how I feel and understand the rollercoaster of emotions I have gone through. Attending support group also helped Diego break out of his shell, socialize, and feel confident in his skin.”
CBF focuses on comprehensive healing for the entire family because the stress and trauma of a burn injury impact not only the survivor but their loved ones as well. Diego's brother Dylan, who attends support group, the annual holiday celebration and camp each year, explained what CBF means to him. "CBF helped me with my separation anxiety. Before, I could not go anywhere without my mom. But now I can. I have learned to try new things like surfing on my own!
Elijah's Story of Hope
Elijah was one year old when he reached up and pulled a cup of hot noodle soup onto himself. He sustained third-degree burns to his face, chest, arms, neck and stomach. In a matter of seconds, his life was drastically changed by a severe burn injury. He spent weeks in the hospital and needed to continue with weekly check-ups and physical therapy for months following the accident. His parents lost their jobs because they had to be at Elijah’s bedside.
During his hospitalization, his family learned about the work of CBF.Children’s Burn Foundation helped Elijah’s family with grocery and gift cards, rent payments,utilities and transportation to doctor’s appointments. Elijah’s mom, Stephanye, also shared how CBF helped bring them joy during difficult times. Their family always especially enjoyed gathering for a festive day of games, music, food and fun at the CBF annual holiday celebration.
No matter what challenges they were facing, Children’s Burn Foundation helped bring the magic of the holiday season to Elijah and his siblings each year. “I appreciate every single person involved in making CBF’s services available to families going through a traumatic experience who desperately need support. They are a blessing in the lives of so many. I am eternally grateful to CBF.”
"Support group has helped my family in more ways than I ever imagined. The worst possible pain overtook our family on 6.11.2001. We could not have survived it if it was not for the community or "CBF family" we acquired through support group."
"You may not think you need it, but you will thank yourself when you experience the support, love and peace of mind you receive from CBF. Only time can heal scars but only support can heal guilt."
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