Phoenix Society for Burn Survivors

10/15/2026

When our community shares their experiences, real change happens. 🫶

A new research study focused on teen burn recovery is looking for participants ages 12–19. The insights gathered will help shape how recovery is understood—and how care is delivered—for years to come.

It’s a simple, one-time survey, but the impact is long-term. Join the study: https://hubs.ly/Q04vt2xs0

10/14/2026

Social situations after a burn injury can come with challenges that others may not always understand—from stares and questions to comments or reactions that catch you off guard. 💙

Join us on October 26 at 7 PM EST for our next Special Topic Virtual Support Group, Beyond Surviving: STEPS for Social Confidence, with burn survivor and longtime Phoenix Society educator Barbara Kammerer Quayle. Barbara will share practical tools to help survivors navigate social situations with greater confidence, including STEPS: Self-Talk, Tone of Voice, Eye Contact, Posture, and Smile.

Together, we’ll talk about responding to questions, handling stares, setting boundaries, and preparing for challenging interactions. Whether you’re looking for practical strategies, connection, or simply a space with people who understand, you’re welcome to join us.

Register here: https://hubs.ly/Q04znhhl0

10/13/2026

This is what advocacy in action looks like. 🎉 For years, burn survivors, burn care professionals, researchers, and partners have spoken up for stronger investment in Burn Model Systems, research that helps improve rehabilitation, recovery, and life after burn injury.

And now, that collective advocacy is making a difference: a fifth Burn Model System site appears in NIDILRR’s 2027 forecast. While the site has not yet been officially awarded, this is an exciting step forward for our community—and one worth celebrating.

To every survivor who shared their story, every professional who raised their voice, and every supporter who wrote, called, or joined us in advocating: thank you. Your voice matters. Our collective advocacy matters. 💛

We’re proud of how far we’ve come and we’re not finished yet! Burn Injury Model Systems https://hubs.ly/Q04zwK-P0

The Burn Model System (BMS) Program began in 1994 to improve care and outcomes for individuals with burn injuries. There are 4 BMS centers funded.

10/12/2026

Caring for someone after a burn injury can come with so many different emotions, questions, and experiences — and it can help to connect with people who understand. 💛

On October 22, join our next Parent & Caregiver Community Circle, a virtual space created for parents and caregivers of burn survivors of any age and at any stage of recovery. Come as you are to listen, share, ask questions, and connect with others who have been there.

The Circle will take place virtually on October 22 from 8–9:30 PM ET / 5–6:30 PM PT.

Sign up: https://hubs.ly/Q04xNTQ20

10/11/2026

All week, we’ve talked about preventing fires. Today, we want to talk about what happens after. 💙

Recovery looks different for everyone, and sometimes it helps to talk with someone who understands from lived experience. Through SOAR (Survivors Offering Assistance in Recovery), burn survivors can connect with trained peer supporters who are survivors themselves. Caregivers and family members can connect with peers who understand that experience, too.

Support is free, and you’re welcome whenever you’re ready. Learn more at https://hubs.ly/Q04y_3lJ0

10/10/2026

Safe charging is a superpower—and it’s one anyone can learn. 🔋

Lithium-ion batteries power so many of the things we use every day, from phones and laptops to power tools, e-bikes, and scooters. But how we charge, use, and store these devices matters.

This Fire Prevention Week, we’re sharing six simple charging habits that can help reduce the risk of lithium-ion battery fires and keep you and the people you love safer.

Swipe through the tips and choose one safe charging habit to start tonight! ✅

Learn more about National Fire Protection Association (NFPA)'s Fire Prevention Week campaign, Charge into Fire Safety™: Lithium-Ion Batteries in Your Home, at https://hubs.ly/Q04zhDW_0.

10/09/2026

What is the real cost of cutting back on electrical safety?

Phoenix Society's CEO Amy Acton shares her perspective in a recent op-ed on efforts to weaken requirements for electrical safety protections like AFCIs and GFCIs in newly built homes.

As an electrical burn survivor and former burn unit nurse, Amy knows the lifelong impact a preventable electrical fire or injury can have on survivors and their families. These protections can help stop electrical hazards before they lead to devastating consequences—and saving a small amount upfront is not worth putting lives at risk.

Originally published by the Des Moines Register and now available through AOL, read Amy’s full op-ed, “Giving up electrical safety to save money is a bad trade-off”: https://hubs.ly/Q04zhFqV0

Electrical safety devices are not what is keeping families from being able to afford homes, writes Amy Acton.

10/08/2026

Today is National DAF Day! 🎉 A donor-advised fund, or DAF, is a charitable giving account that allows you to set aside funds for donation and recommend grants to the nonprofits you care about over time.

If you already have a DAF, the funds are set aside. Now you get to decide where they can make an impact.

A grant to Phoenix Society helps burn survivors and their loved ones access peer support, recovery resources, and advocacy long after they leave the hospital. Giving from your DAF is simple. Use DAFpay on our donation page to connect your account and recommend a grant in just a few clicks. If you don’t see your provider, you can also search for Phoenix Society directly in your DAF account using our EIN: 23-2062352.

Swipe through for five things to know about DAFs, then make your grant today: https://hubs.ly/Q04z6pJR0

10/07/2026

Join Calm Health on October 8 for Building Resilience During Challenging Times, a World Mental Health Day webinar featuring Dr. Lise Deguire, clinical psychologist, author, and burn survivor. 💙

Lise will join fellow experts to share practical strategies for managing stress, adapting to change, and building resilience through difficult seasons. We’re grateful to see her bringing both her professional expertise and lived experience to this important conversation.

Learn more and register: https://hubs.ly/Q04znl-n0

Lise Deguire: author, speaker, and activist

How can organizations foster resilience? Join our upcoming webinar to learn actionable strategies for helping employees navigate stress, adapt to change, and thrive during challenging times.

10/07/2026

Fire Prevention Week is all about education, prevention, and connecting communities with resources that can make a difference. 🚒

Our Community Specialist for SOAR, Sara Byrne, recently joined the Grandville Fire Department for a community event focused on fire prevention and safety. We’re grateful for opportunities like this to share not only how to help prevent burn injuries, but also the support available for survivors and loved ones after an injury.

Thank you, Grandville Fire Department, for welcoming Sara and her family and for all you do to keep your community safe! ❤️