Specific programs and services listed for this organization.
Adult Burn Survivor Recovery Retreat
Active
Interactive recovery and personal-growth retreat for adults affected by serious burn injuries, with participation by a partner or caregiver. The program provides connection with others who have similar experiences and a support network.
Peer & Community Support
Mental Health & Recovery
Financial & Practical Assistance
Camps & Retreats
Service area
Statewide
Cost
Free
Virtual services
Not listed
In-person services
Available
Referral required
Varies
Location
South Lake Tahoe, CA
Who this program serves
Adults affected by serious burn injury and one partner or caregiver; space is limited and an application is required.
How to access this program
Review the participant application and apply online through CampDoc. The 2026 retreat location is South Lake Tahoe, California. A refundable $100 deposit per participant is required, and limited transportation stipends may be available.
BurnNet Survivors Meeting
Active
Twice-monthly peer-support meeting for burn survivors, survivors of necrotizing fasciitis, families, and significant others. Sessions address injury, rehabilitation, recovery, and related concerns. The page also documents Lunch Bunch educational sessions, caregiver support meetings via Zoom, and guided journaling via Zoom.
Peer & Community Support
Mental Health & Recovery
Service area
Statewide
Cost
Free
Virtual services
Available
In-person services
Not listed
Referral required
No
Location
3101 Stockton Blvd., Sacramento, CA 95820
Who this program serves
Burn survivors, survivors of necrotizing fasciitis, families, significant others, and caregivers, subject to registration and current meeting guidelines.
How to access this program
Register through the official meeting page or linked registration form. Email valorie@ffburn.org or call 916-739-8525 for guided journaling and current meeting information.
Cliff Haskell Perpetual Scholarship
Active
Educational scholarship for burn survivors pursuing college, trade school, or technical school. Applicants must have participated in FFBI programs, events, or services and have been treated as an inpatient at a medical burn facility for at least 24 hours.
Financial & Practical Assistance
Education & Employment
Service area
Statewide
Cost
Free
Virtual services
Available
In-person services
Not listed
Referral required
No
Location
3101 Stockton Blvd., Sacramento, CA 95820
Who this program serves
Burn survivors who participated in FFBI programs, events, or services; received inpatient treatment at a medical burn facility for 24 hours or more; are high-school seniors, high-school graduates, or GED recipients; and are applying to or accepted by an accredited college, university, trade, or technical school.
How to access this program
Submit the completed application package by email to Valorie Smart or by mail to FFBI at 3101 Stockton Blvd., Sacramento, CA 95820. The page states that applications are considered from January 2 through November 30 annually.
Firefighters Kids Camp
Active
Annual weeklong camp for young burn survivors ages 6 through 17, with a stated minimum of completing first grade. The program provides a safe camp environment supporting healing, personal growth, and character development with firefighters, burn-care professionals, adult burn survivors, nurses, mental-health specialists, and recreational leaders.
Peer & Community Support
Mental Health & Recovery
Camps & Retreats
Service area
Statewide
Cost
Unknown
Virtual services
Not listed
In-person services
Available
Referral required
Varies
Location
Livermore, CA
Who this program serves
Young burn survivors ages 6 through 17; the official page states the camp is hosted in Livermore, California. Application and acceptance requirements apply.
How to access this program
Submit the online camper application or use the application links on the official page. Contact Valorie Smart at valorie@ffburn.org or 916-739-8525.
Liaison Response Team
Active
Lodging Financial Assistance
Support for burn-injured firefighters and their families, including peer and emotional support, PTSD-treatment resources, meals, housing, special arrangements, and funding to attend burn-survivor support conferences.
Housing & Transitional Support
Peer & Community Support
Mental Health & Recovery
Financial & Practical Assistance
Service area
Multi State
Cost
Unknown
Virtual services
Available
In-person services
Available
Referral required
No
Location
3101 Stockton Blvd., Sacramento, CA 95820
States served
Arizona
California
Idaho
Nevada
Oregon
Utah
Washington
Who this program serves
Burn-injured firefighters and their families; the page states that the team responds to firefighters admitted from across the Western United States.
How to access this program
For urgent response, call the 24-hour Response Team Line at 916-672-8525. For general information, contact Valorie Smart at valorie@ffburn.org or 916-739-8525.
Little Heroes Family Burn Camp
Active
Family burn-recovery camp for young burn survivors ages 1 through 6 and their families. It includes a burn-survivor program focused on emotional and physical recovery, a sibling program with therapeutic recreational activities and infant/toddler care, and an adult program providing parents and caregivers with support and education.
Peer & Community Support
Mental Health & Recovery
Camps & Retreats
Service area
Statewide
Cost
Unknown
Virtual services
Not listed
In-person services
Available
Referral required
Varies
Location
CA
Who this program serves
Young burn survivors ages 1 through 6 and their families, including siblings and parents or caregivers; application and program participation requirements apply.
How to access this program
Review the official camp information and application materials, then contact Valorie Smart at valorie@ffburn.org or 916-739-8525.
Phoenix Community SOAR
Active
Peer-support service connecting burn survivors and loved ones with trained peers who have experienced similar trauma. FFBI began partnering with the Phoenix Society for Burn Survivors in early 2024 to train community-based SOAR peers.
Peer & Community Support
Mental Health & Recovery
Service area
Statewide
Cost
Unknown
Virtual services
Available
In-person services
Available
Referral required
No
Location
3101 Stockton Blvd., Sacramento, CA 95820
Who this program serves
Burn survivors and loved ones may request a SOAR peer. Individuals seeking SOAR peer training must have a burn injury or be a family member and be at least one year beyond the injury.
How to access this program
Use the official Request a SOAR Peer or Become a SOAR Peer links, or contact FFBI at 916-739-8525 or staff@ffburn.org.
Team BRIGHT
Active
Community-reintegration program organized with Shriners Children’s–Northern California and local firefighter volunteers. Young burn survivors participate in coordinated recreational outings designed to encourage community engagement, goal attainment, peer connection, and recovery skills.
Peer & Community Support
Mental Health & Recovery
Service area
Local
Cost
Unknown
Virtual services
Not listed
In-person services
Available
Referral required
Varies
Location
Sacramento, CA 95820
Who this program serves
Burn survivors, including young burn survivors in the local community and patients associated with Shriners Children’s–Northern California; participation is coordinated through the program.
How to access this program
Contact Valorie Smart at valorie@ffburn.org or 916-739-8525 for current participation information.
Young Adult Retreat for Burn Survivors
Active
Weekend retreat for burn survivors ages 18 through 26. Sessions may include life skills, interview etiquette, basic auto maintenance, counselor training, and bonding activities.
Peer & Community Support
Mental Health & Recovery
Education & Employment
Camps & Retreats
Service area
Statewide
Cost
Free
Virtual services
Not listed
In-person services
Available
Referral required
Varies
Location
CA
Who this program serves
Burn survivors ages 18 through 26; space is limited and applications are accepted on a first-come, first-served basis.
How to access this program
Review the participant application and contact Valorie Smart at valorie@ffburn.org or 916-739-8525.
Burn Community Picnic
Unknown
Community event inviting burn survivors, firefighters, and burn-unit staff to gather for food, games, and social connection.
Peer & Community Support
Service area
Local
Cost
Unknown
Virtual services
Not listed
In-person services
Available
Referral required
Unknown
Location
3101 Stockton Blvd., Sacramento, CA 95820
Who this program serves
Burn survivors, firefighters, burn-unit staff, and potentially family members or guests; current event rules are not stated.
How to access this program
Monitor the official FFBI events pages or contact FFBI for the next scheduled picnic and participation instructions.
World Burn Congress Scholarship Program
Unknown
Limited scholarships for burn survivors and burn-care professionals to attend the Phoenix Society’s World Burn Congress. Scholarships typically cover approved airfare, hotel costs, and conference registration; a primary support person may be considered for burn-survivor applicants.
Peer & Community Support
Financial & Practical Assistance
Education & Employment
Service area
Nationwide
Cost
Free
Virtual services
Not listed
In-person services
Available
Referral required
Varies
Location
3101 Stockton Blvd., Sacramento, CA 95820
Who this program serves
Burn survivors and burn-care professionals who meet the current scholarship application requirements and demonstrate need; current-year application availability must be confirmed with FFBI.
How to access this program
Review the current scholarship application and submit the requested materials to FFBI by the stated deadline. Contact FFBI at 916-739-8525 or staff@ffburn.org.
Youth Firesetter Intervention Program
Unknown
Intervention program for youth ages 5 through 17 who demonstrate a tendency to misuse fire. The program is described as involving fire, probation, burn, and healthcare professionals who provide assessment, psychological referrals, and education for youth and families.
Peer & Community Support
Mental Health & Recovery
Service area
Local
Cost
Unknown
Virtual services
Not listed
In-person services
Available
Referral required
Varies
Location
3101 Stockton Blvd., Sacramento, CA 95820
Who this program serves
Youth ages 5 through 17 who misuse fire and their families; current referral and geographic requirements are not stated.
How to access this program
Contact FFBI at 916-739-8525 or staff@ffburn.org to determine whether the program is currently accepting referrals.
