Specific programs and services listed for this organization.
Adult Survivor Get-Away
Active
A survivor-focused gathering for burn survivors age 25 and older, intended to provide a welcoming setting where participants can learn from one another.
Peer & Community Support
Mental Health & Recovery
Camps & Retreats
Service area
Local
Cost
Unknown
Virtual services
Not listed
In-person services
Available
Referral required
Unknown
Location
San Diego, CA
Who this program serves
Burn survivors age 25 and older.
How to access this program
Contact The Burn Institute or monitor the official survivor-events page for current dates and registration details.
Burn Survivor Outings
Active
Social outings and activities for burn survivors and their families, with examples on the official page including baseball games, the county fair, and holiday celebrations.
Peer & Community Support
Service area
Local
Cost
Unknown
Virtual services
Not listed
In-person services
Available
Referral required
Unknown
Location
San Diego, CA
Who this program serves
Burn survivors and their families; event-specific eligibility or registration requirements are not consistently stated.
How to access this program
Monitor the official Burn Survivor Events page or contact The Burn Institute for upcoming outings and registration information.
Burn Survivor Resource Assistance
Active
The Burn Institute provides an application-based resource-assistance process for burn survivors or affected households. The official resources page instructs applicants to email lstone@burninstitute.org for a resource-assistance form.
Financial & Practical Assistance
Service area
Local
Cost
Free
Virtual services
Available
In-person services
Not listed
Referral required
No
Location
San Diego, CA
Who this program serves
Eligibility criteria and types or amounts of assistance are not fully specified on the current public page; applicants must request the resource-assistance form.
How to access this program
Email lstone@burninstitute.org to request the Resource Assistance Form, or contact the organization through its official contact page.
Burn Survivor Support Groups
Active
Recurring peer-support meetings for burn survivors and caregivers. Current official event listings include separate men’s and women’s groups. The men’s group is held virtually via Zoom, welcomes attendees for one or all meetings, and has no charge.
Peer & Community Support
Mental Health & Recovery
Service area
Local
Cost
Free
Virtual services
Available
In-person services
Not listed
Referral required
No
Location
San Diego, CA
Who this program serves
Burn survivors and caregivers; individual group listings may have gender-specific participation descriptions.
How to access this program
Check the official Burn Survivor Events calendar. For the virtual men’s group, email or contact the Burn Institute’s survivor-services staff to obtain the Zoom link.
Camp Beyond the Scars
Active
A weeklong sleepaway camp providing social connection, coping-skill development, peer support, and recreational activities for children who have experienced a burn injury. The 2026 official page lists ages 8–17, Indian Hills Camp in Jamul, California, and free participation. The camper application also documents free transportation from designated San Diego-area pickup locations.
Peer & Community Support
Mental Health & Recovery
Camps & Retreats
Service area
Local
Cost
Free
Virtual services
Not listed
In-person services
Available
Referral required
No
Location
Indian Hills Camp, Jamul, CA
Who this program serves
Burn survivors ages 8–17 for the 2026 camper program. Applications and program-specific screening are required; a medical or professional referral is not stated.
How to access this program
Complete the official Camp Beyond the Scars camper application. The application lists questions contact information and free transportation pickup options from the Burn Institute office in San Diego and Fallbrook.
Camp Beyond the Scars Leaders in Training Program
Active
A leadership and life-skills program connected to Camp Beyond the Scars. Participants help guide younger campers while developing communication, conflict-resolution, teamwork, and leadership skills.
Peer & Community Support
Education & Employment
Camps & Retreats
Service area
Local
Cost
Unknown
Virtual services
Not listed
In-person services
Available
Referral required
No
Location
Indian Hills Camp, Jamul, CA
Who this program serves
Burn survivors ages 18–20. The 2026 application page states that accepted applicants must complete required screening and orientation steps.
How to access this program
Apply through the official LIT application page and follow the application, Live Scan, and mandatory orientation instructions. The page lists Jeaninne Peabody at jpeabody@burninstitute.org for withdrawal or application-related communication.
Family Retreat
Active
A retreat for burn survivors ages 0–8 and their families, intended to provide healing, peer connection, and family support.
Peer & Community Support
Mental Health & Recovery
Camps & Retreats
Service area
Local
Cost
Unknown
Virtual services
Not listed
In-person services
Available
Referral required
Unknown
Location
San Diego, CA
Who this program serves
Burn survivors ages 0–8 and their families.
How to access this program
Contact The Burn Institute for current retreat dates, availability, and registration requirements.
Young Adult Program
Active
Meetups, workshops, life-skills activities, and bonding experiences for burn survivors ages 18–25.
Peer & Community Support
Mental Health & Recovery
Education & Employment
Camps & Retreats
Service area
Local
Cost
Unknown
Virtual services
Not listed
In-person services
Available
Referral required
Unknown
Location
San Diego, CA
Who this program serves
Burn survivors ages 18–25.
How to access this program
Contact The Burn Institute or monitor the official survivor-events page for current workshops, meetups, and registration instructions.
Young Adult Retreat
Active
A retreat for burn survivors ages 18–25 focused on sharing coping strategies and encouraging one another.
Peer & Community Support
Mental Health & Recovery
Camps & Retreats
Service area
Local
Cost
Unknown
Virtual services
Not listed
In-person services
Available
Referral required
Unknown
Location
San Diego, CA
Who this program serves
Burn survivors ages 18–25.
How to access this program
Contact The Burn Institute for current retreat dates, availability, and registration information.
