26TH ANNUAL PHOENIX WORLD BURN CONGRESS 2014 REGISTRATION BROCHURE
Hilton Anaheim | Anaheim, CA
October 22-25, 2014
www.phoenix-society.org
All Congress sessions will be held at the Hilton Anaheim Hotel.
Lead Sponsors:
2014 Phoenix World Burn Congress
Location Highlights
Located in the heart of Southern California and known
for its ideal, year-round climate, Orange County has a
laid-back energy and easy sophistication that create a
unique version of the Southern California lifestyle.
Orange County is filled with a myriad of activities,
including world-famous theme parks such as
Disneyland® Park and Knott’s Berry Farm® Theme
Park, distinguished shopping districts, dynamic meeting
venues, championship golf courses, professional sports
teams and trendy beach towns.
Bordering the Pacific Ocean and situated between Los
Angeles and San Diego, OC is the perfect destination to
base an all-encompassing So Cal experience.
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FEATURED SPEAKERS & PRESENTATIONS
FINDING INNER COURAGE: THE JOURNEY OF
TRANSFORMATION — MARK NEPO
NY Times #1 best-selling author Mark Nepo is a poet, philosopher and cancer survivor
who spoke at the 2006 World Burn Congress in Sacramento. This year he returns to speak
about the journey we all face in finding inner courage. The original notion of the word
courage means to stand by one’s core. Mark will explore how we can find our way to our
core, stand by our core, and sustain the practice of living from our core—to live out of our
courage. To encourage means to impart strength and confidence, to inspire and hearten. So,
given the hardships that life presents, the question unfolds: How do we encourage ourselves,
each other, and the world? And just what does it mean to live a life of encouragement?
TO INSPIRE WITH MY JOURNEY
— ROBERT DAVID HALL
Robert David Hall, who stars as Dr. Al Robbins on the critically acclaimed CBS series,
CSI: Crime Scene Investigation, will share his journey of the past 36 years. In June 1978
an 18 wheel truck struck his car and he was severely burned when his gas tank exploded,
leading to the amputation of both legs. There are always many people involved in one’s
healing and recovery. Hall will introduce two women who were a great part of that process
for him… a UC Irvine Burn Ward Nurse and a beautiful burn survivor who shared their
strength with him when he needed it most.
The most prominent actor with a disability working today, his career spans the worlds
of television, film, radio and music. He hopes his story will inspire those who are new to
this world to embrace the challenges ahead of them and know that their goals and dreams
are truly possible
A CHANGE OF PLANS — JUSTINA PAGE
When you think about it, how many of us really travel the road we thought we were
going to? Doesn’t life have a way of changing our plans? While Justina’s life was changed
drastically, the lessons she learned apply to everyone. As a burn survivor, Justina learned
how to step back into the world with confidence and she has spent her life teaching others
to do the same. She addresses the subject with extraordinary humor and wisdom while
challenging her audience to live bold purposeful life filled with hope, faith, and compassion.
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Pre-Congress Workshops
October 22, 2014 | 2:00–5:00pm
PTSD: LEARNING HOW TO UNDERSTAND AND COPE
WITH THE SYMPTOMS, REDUCE THE STIGMA, AND
INCREASE PSYCHOSOCIAL SKILLS
JOHN BRIERE, PH.D.
PTSD is a psychological disorder that is thought to affect about 1/3rd of burn survivors. Many
more survivors have some symptoms, but may not have the full disorder. This workshop will
outline the primary symptoms of PTSD, from the perspective of growth and recovery. We
will discuss ways of coping with posttraumatic stress symptoms, and introduce skills such as
Mindfulness-based Breath Training. ALTERNATIVE HEALING
Shake It Out From The Bottom Up:
An Innovative Stress Management Approach To Self-Care and Healing
TRE - NKEM NDEFO
Through seven simple exercises, Tension and Trauma Release Exercise (TRE®) turns on a selfcontrolled muscular shaking that is the body’s natural re-balancing process. These tremors
spread from the legs, up the spine, releasing tension throughout the body. The technique is
easily learned and can be practiced independently, usually with immediate results.
Utilized by diverse groups ranging from the military and first responders to teachers and
athletes, TRE® has been taught in more than 100 countries over the last 20 years. Currently
35 countries maintain active training and certification programs, and TRE® training materials
have been translated into seven languages.
In this interactive workshop, we will explore how the body holding stress and trauma influences
emotional states, cognitive processes, and physical recovery. Most importantly you will learn
and practice the (TRE®) movement series with confidence and safety.
YOGA - BLAKE TEDDER
Blake will guide you through simple and fun techniques to reduce stress, quiet judgment, and
settle into your loving body. Who said meditation had to be serious, scary, or boring? It can be
absolutely fun and delightful. Through gentle breathing techniques, walking/rolling/hopping/
sliding, mindful attention, yoga-influenced movement, and heartfelt positive self-talk, you will
learn empowering tools for your life and for you to share with others. You could experience the
joy of being present, kind, and peaceful with yourself and other.
CHAIR YOGA - DIANA TENNEY
Chair Yoga is an alternative therapy for Body, Mind and Soul in a gentle way. Most traditional
yoga positions are done sitting on the edge of a chair and if the instructor has standing
positions the chair is there to help you with your balance (or there are alternate positions if you
cannot stand.) No prior experience with yoga is necessary, no special clothing. Physical, mental
emotional and social benefits come along with this fun way to practice yoga.”
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MINDFUL SELF COMPASSION:
WHAT IS IT AND HOW CAN IT HELP?
SAMANTHA PRICE, MDHL, NCC, LPC
Are you your own worst critic? Do you blame yourself when things don’t go well in your life? If so,
would you like to learn another way that works and feels much better?
Even though we may tend to treat ourselves badly, the skills of self compassion can be learned by
anyone. Recent research has shown that self compassion decreases anxiety, depression, stress
and the effects of trauma. Join us in this interactive workshop as we explore the topic of self
compassion, experience it and learn ways to increase it in our lives.
ADULTS BURNED AS CHILDREN AND ADOLESCENTS:
RECLAIMING YOUR LIFE MEGAN BRONSON PMHCNS-BC
In order to go on with life after a trauma such as a burn injury, many children and adolescents
bury the trauma and move on, appearing resilient and unaffected while in reality, the impact
of the unprocessed trauma and loss are deeply affecting their lives. This buried trauma creates
profound problems for many individuals later on. Unresolved and unprocessed trauma and loss
negatively impact the ability to be happy, intimate, trusting, spontaneous, and self confident in
life. Most adults today who were burned as children and adolescents did not have the benefit
of the findings of current trauma research integrated into their care. Most did not benefit from
school reentry programs, burn camps and retreats, peer or group support, or trauma and loss
counseling. This workshop will focus on helping adults burned in childhood and adolescents to
understand the impact of their burn injury on their development, relationships and life and will
provide tools and direction for healing, recovering, and reclaiming your life. You have a right to
be happy and a right to free from the effects of trauma.
PAIN IS INEVITABLE. MISERY AND HAPPINESS ARE
OPTIONAL. CHOOSING HAPPINESS MICHAEL BERGERON
How, despite horrific circumstances, can I be happy in the midst of so much pain and suffering?
Is it even possible to be happy, or am I stuck in a life of misery? The answer is in the choosing.
Come join us in this interactive workshop where we will explore the concepts of pain, misery,
suffering, pleasure and happiness. Learn about ways to go about making healthy change in
yourself, the way you think, feel and behave, so that happiness becomes not just possible but
a new way of living and being.
YOUNG ADULTS: FOCUS, FUN, AND FULFILLMENT
JESSICA IRVEN,
MS, CCLS, LRT/
CTRS
RYAN DOUGLAS
This Workshop is Open to 18-25 year olds. This year we’re looking
at the topic of mindfulness, especially as it can help us live life to the
fullest by really being “in the moment”. We’ll examine our own ability
to be focused/present within relationships, during work/school, in our
everyday actions, and also in experiencing joy.
Two workshop tracks for Wednesday will offer focused content that
includes deepened self-awareness and outreach/service to others
options. Chances to work with and serve other conference attendees
(youth or adults) as well as time to fully experience joy at a local
amusement park will be highlights of our workshop time! Pre-registration
required.
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Commitment includes ALL parts of the program:
• Wednesday Workshop part I 9:30-5:00 PM
Workshop will include workshop time, lunch, amusement park time.
• Thursday Workshop part II meet-up time to reconnect, time and place TBA
• Friday Discussion Group 1:00-3:00 PM
Focused topic: Intimacy and Sexuality Session open to all young adults
Thursday, October 23, 2014
WORKING WITH FORGIVENESS DEEPER | 2:30–5:00pm
FREDERIC LUSKIN, PH.D.
Life has so many ways to disappoint and hurt us. Research and clinical examples show clearly
that those who can forgive fare better both physically and emotionally. Frederic Luskin teaches
people all over the world to forgive. He directs the Stanford Forgiveness Projects and is the
author of the best selling Forgive for Good. Forgiveness of self, forgiveness of others and
forgiveness of God ( nature) are all helpful when dealing with suffering. Dr. Luskin’s talk will
explore the 9 steps to forgiveness as well as provide a couple of guided practice exercises in
forgiveness.
PARENT WORKSHOP | 2:30–5:00pm
WHAT’S NEXT? ADDRESSING THE NEEDS OF THE FAMILY AFTER BURN INJURY
– BRAD JACKSON, PHD AND CARLA OLIVER, MSW, CCLS
A burn injury has a profound impact on children, teens, and families
psychologically, emotionally, socially, and physically. Parents/guardians
of children with burn injuries or who are injured themselves can join this
workshop to explore what your family has experienced and to gain useful
information and tools to manage the future. This workshop will include a
facilitated parent support group for further discussion.
Parent Support Group | 4:00–5:00pm
AMTA AND HANDLE WITH CARE IS EXCITED TO OFFER
MASSAGE FOR ATTENDEES!
The American Massage Therapy Association©, is honored to be able to carry on the legacy of working with the Phoenix
World Burn Congress for the third year. This year, the California Chapter, will have Certified Massage Therapists who
have completed a minimum of 8 hours of Burn Scar Training, volunteering their time to provide complimentary 15
minute sessions to the attendees. (Longer sessions may be available at a nominal fee – speak with the massage
coordinator for details)
The American Massage Therapy Association© (AMTA) is the largest non-profit, professional association serving
massage therapists, massage students and massage schools. AMTA provides our members with the strongest benefits
in the profession. We promote massage to the public, the health care community and other important groups. We
work for fair licensing of massage in all states, and actively support research. The AMTA is governed by massage
therapists and provide a wealth of local and national networking as well as continuing education opportunities.
Sign-up sheets will be available each day in the lobby area (or designated area). Services are available in 15 minute
increments. Everyone is welcome! We look forward to serving you!
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ANNUAL EVENTS
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WALK OF REMEMBRANCE
WEDNESDAY, OCTOBER 22 | 6:00PM
The conference begins with a “Walk of Remembrance” from the Hilton Anaheim to the Anaheim Convention Center to
honor those who have died from their burn injuries and to offer a time to remember our own losses related to burn
injuries. It is important to remember our losses so we can reconnect with life and continue to heal-which is the goal
for the next few days.
Firefighters and Volunteers will be escorting attendees along the walk route on this symbolic opening of the 26th
Annual Phoenix World Burn Congress. The Walk of Remembrance will also serve to remind the general public that
burn care and prevention are critical.
We will leave the hotel staging area at 6:15pm. After the remembrance walk we will return to the Hilton Anaheim for
the kick-off reception starting at 7:30pm. Casual dress and comfortable shoes encouraged.
*
WBC KICK-OFF
Sponsored by
WEDNESDAY, OCTOBER 22 | 7:30–10:00PM
What a way to start WBC! This casual light-fare event provides the perfect opportunity to reunite with old friends and
make some new ones. The fun will be held at the Anaheim Hilton. Entertainment will be provided.
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CLOSING BANQUET
OCTOBER 25 | 6:00PM–MIDNIGHT
Celebrate what this week has been all about at our Closing Banquet! We wrap up our time together with this funfilled evening. Join us for dinner, closing remarks, and dancing. Dress to the nines or dress to the ones, it doesn’t
matter at all. Entertainment will be provided. The dance floor will be hopping with something for everyone so practice
your favorite step and join the fun! A cash bar will be provided. See you there!
CONFERENCE LOCATION
The 26th Annual Phoenix World Burn Congress will be held at the Hilton Anaheim in Anaheim, California.
World Burn Congress room rate at the Hilton Anaheim Hotel $165.00 per night plus taxes
Reservations must be guaranteed with a major credit card or first night’s full deposit.
RESERVE YOUR ROOM EARLY
Reserve your room online now at www.phoenix-society.org/wbc2014. Reservations for the Hilton Anaheim Hotel can
also be made by calling 1-877-776-4932. (Be sure to state that you are with the Phoenix World Burn Congress 2014.)
The Phoenix World Burn Congress room block is expected to fill quickly, so reserve your room as soon as possible.
The cutoff date for reservations is September 26, 2014.
Hilton Anaheim
777 W. Convention Way
Anaheim, CA 92802
CHILDCARE SERVICES
Professional, loving childcare will be available for all attendees with children ages 6 years old and under. The
experienced staff of Munchkin Care (www.munchkincare.com), will provide onsite childcare while you participate in
WBC sessions. Their staff will provide incredible comfort and support for your young children. Care will be available
Thursday from 8:00-6:00, Friday from 8:00-6:00, and Saturday from 8:00-3:00. Breakfast, lunch, dinner and snacks
will be provided in the childcare room. Pre- registration is requested along with a fee of $25 per child per day. Onsite
registration is based on availability. Saturday childcare fee includes a banquet ticket for the child. Please contact Amy
Clark at 800-888-2876 or [email protected] for more information.
* Events indicated with an Asterisk are social events
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PHOENIX SOCIETY OFFERS LIMITED WBC SCHOLARSHIPS
The Phoenix World Burn Congress George Pessotti Scholarship Fund, supported by generous individuals and
businesses, allows the Phoenix Society to offer limited scholarships of assistance to help individuals and families
attend Phoenix World Burn Congress. This program is designed to offer aid in attending the conference and is not
intended to cover all financial costs incurred. It is our goal to partner with you to help make the Phoenix World Burn
Congress experience possible.
Application deadline is July 1, 2014
To complete your application and learn more about the Phoenix World Burn Congress George Pessotti Scholarship
Fund visit www.phoenix-society.org/wbc2014
REGISTRATION INFORMATION
To register, use the enclosed registration form or visit www.phoenix-society.org/wbc2014.
Early registration is strongly recommended. Save $100 when your registration form with payment is postmarked or
faxed to the Phoenix Society no later than September 26, 2014.
Registration fee includes the following:
• Two lunches
• Wednesday evening’s kick-off event
• Saturday evening’s closing banquet
Registration cancellation must be made in writing to the Phoenix Society. An administrative fee of $35 will be charged
for cancellations. No refunds will be given for cancellations made after September 26, 2014.
ONSITE REGISTRATION/INFORMATION HOURS
Wednesday 10:00 am–6:30 pm
Thursday 8:00 am–5:00 pm
Friday
Saturday 8:00 am–3:00 pm
8:00 am–12:00 pm
CONTACT HOURS
For information on contact hours, please contact Pam Peterson at 1-800-888-2876 or [email protected].
ADA ACCOMMODATIONS
If you require ADA accommodations, please contact Pam Peterson at (800) 888-2876 or via e-mail at [email protected] by September 26, 2014.
WBC 2014 PLANNING COMMITTEE
Amy Acton
Jennifer Cash
Amy Clark
Candy Cooper
Megan Geerling
Angie Gregg
Kerri Hanson
Jeanne LaSargeBono
Amar Patel
Pam Peterson
Kelly Randsell
Megan Tinney
Mike Williams
WBC 2014 PHOENIX UBELONG PLANNING COMMITTEE
Amy Clark
Cheryl Dahling
Lisa Donovan
Jessica Irven
Penny Lees
Bernadette Martinez-Wright
Erica Magnuson
Donna McCartney
Katy Pearson
Kristen Quinn
Sarah Rybka
Piper Sample
TRANSPORTATION
We need your help to make your visit great from the start. Please go to http://www.phoenix-society.org/mytravelinfo
and tell us when and how you are coming to WBC 2014.
Even if you do not need assistance, please log on to the website and select “ I DO NOT NEED ASSISTANCE”
Submit your travel arrangements by Friday, October 3, 2014.
TRAVEL INFORMATION TO WBC 2014 – ANAHEIM, CA
Amtrak offers a 10% discount off the best available rail fare to Anaheim, Ca between (October 18, 2014 – October
29, 2014). To book your reservation call Amtrak at (800) 872-7245 or contact your local travel agent. Convention Fare
code: X83S-906. The Fare code cannot be used for Internet booking. The Fare code is only good for travel to and from
Anaheim, CA.
Greyhound Bus also arrives in ANAHEIM, CA. Consult the bus schedule for times.
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COMPLIMENTARY SHUTTLE SERVICE – John Wayne Airport (SNA) Anaheim, CA, Amtrak, and the Greyhound Bus
Terminal, ONLY.
Our host Fire Service agency Anaheim Fire Department, and many others have volunteered their time to assist the
Phoenix Society and you. The firefighters will provide shuttle service from the John Wayne Airport (SNA) Anaheim,
CA, the Amtrak Stations Anaheim, and the Greyhound Bus Terminal to the Hilton Anaheim Hotel. After World
Burn Congress has concluded, the firefighters will also shuttle you back. The uniformed firefighters will be easily
recognizable.
SHUTTLE TO THE HILTON ANAHEIM HOTEL
Tuesday, October 21, 2014, 10 am – 9 pm
Wednesday, October 22, 2014, 9 am – 9 pm
SHUTTLE FROM THE HILTON ANAHEIM HOTEL
Sunday, October 26, 2014, 4:30 am – 3 pm
OTHER TRANSPORTATION OPTIONS AVAILABLE TO ANAHEIM, CA
If you travel to or from Los Angles airport, here are options you can explore:
Coach USA’s Grayline offers WBC attendees a 50% discount on their fares. $24.00 round trip and up to 3 children
(3-11) travel free: To book your fare, go to www.southerncaliforniagrayline.com
• Select airport Shuttle
• Buy Tickets
• Select: Enter to enter Coupon
• Enter Promotional Code: WBC
• Point of travel : Select Inbound
• Going to: Select Marriott Anaheim (This is directly across the street fron the Hilton)
• Continue to Payment
• Each guest will be emailed a receipt for the purchase to be used upon arrival
SuperShuttle–Consult their website for times and fares
THE PHOENIX SOCIETY IS EXCITED TO PROVIDE OUR WBC ATTENDEES WITH A NEW ONLINE TRAVEL BOOKING
TOOL! This online tool makes arranging your airline travel and car rental needs easier by:
• Searching all available options through just one system – no more searching multiple websites, airlines, or discount
sites. This tool compares all available rates based upon your travel preferences.
• Retrieving airfare based upon lowest available fare, schedules, or preferred airlines including Southwest, Jet Blue,
and Air Tran.
• Providing available discounted airline rates to our members.
Access this easy booking tool at www.atcmeetings.com/psbs and click in the “Member” section to get started.
Indianapolis Marriott
Downtown | Indianapolis, IN
October 21-25, 2015
Lead Sponsors:
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PHOENIX UBELONG PROGRAM:
The Phoenix Society invites
you to join us for the return
of this purposeful program
meeting the needs of burn
survivors and their families at
all ages and stages. Participants
will engage in activities and
discussions centered around
the theme “Be Who You Are!”
Thoughts and ideas about ‘who
we are’ will be approached in
a supportive and fun manner
and we will offer creative ways
to help share ‘who we are’ with
others.
This
cutting-edge
and
memorable experience is a mix
of fun, social skill building, and
peer group interactions for
burn survivors, siblings, and
children of adult survivors.
Dealing
with
questions,
staring, changed friendships,
teasing/bullying, and looking
ahead to dating and growing
up with scars (your own or
a family member’s) can be
difficult. We want participants
to leave UBelong with extra
skills, strength, and friendships
to meet those challenges.
Please contact the Phoenix
Society if you need to apply for
financial assistance.
Please contact Amy Clark
[email protected]
or 1-800-888-2876 if you
have any questions
or if you would like
to learn more about the
Phoenix UBelong program.
FOR 7-17 YEAR OLDS:
The three day experience is part supportive atmosphere, part skill-building
workshop, and pure fun!
• Highly skilled facilitators, attuned to the needs of children and teens
affected by burn injury, donate their time and talent during Phoenix World
Burn Congress to lead the groups.
• Topics: Motivating group leaders will facilitate social skills training in a small
group setting (grouped by ages) and self-esteem activities in a fully supportive
environment.
• Activities: This program will include hands-on experience, discussion time and
opportunities for self-expression.
• Special Mentors: At Phoenix World Burn Congress 2014, Phoenix UBelong will
include visits from young adult burn survivors discussing their own journeys’ of
healing, growing, and “growing up.”
YOUNG ADULTS: ages 18-25
Young adults are invited to a multi-session workshop that will take a look at the
topic of mindfulness, especially as it can help us live life to the fullest by really being
“in the moment”. Highlights include helping with outreach to other conference
attendees and a trip to a local amusement park. See page 5 for more information
PARENTS: The Special session is Thursday, 2:30-5:00pm and is designed to help
parents/guardians identify the effects of a burn injury on the family and to provide
support and tools to help themselves and their children in recovery. See page 6 to
learn more about the topics in this special session.
WHAT TO EXPECT:
• Parents drop off and pick up their children at the beginning and end of each
day (THURS-SAT) of WBC programming. • Phoenix UBelong participants will be placed in small groups with other
attendees their age for the majority of the program.
• Youth are provided lunch and snack within the program, served as buffets with
age-appropriate meal choices.
Requirements for Phoenix UBelong Program:
• Children who are between the ages of 7-17 at the beginning of the Fall 2014
school year and who have either personally experienced a burn injury or have
been affected by the burn injury of a member of their immediate family are
eligible to attend.
• Parents or guardians are required to sign their child in and out each day using
a photo ID at the scheduled times. • We ask that you commit to your child’s participation each day (Thursday, Friday,
and Saturday) to allow for the best experience.
To get the most of these experiences the participants must:
• Be physically able to withstand 5-7 hours of programming that will involve
some periods of sitting and some periods of activity.
• Be able to easily adjust to new people, new places, new things.
• Have the ability to comfortably separate from parents for several hours.
HOW TO SIGN UP
Register each child individually with the WBC registration form. Make sure to
indicate that your child will be attending the youth program – regular registration
fees apply. The young adult program is a separate workshop fee you need to
indicate on the registration form. Parent workshop is included in registration.
A Phoenix Society representative will personally contact you to help you and
your family prepare for the event.
Space is limited, please register in advance.
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Schedule
Wednesday, October 22 10:00 am–6:30 pmRegistration
9:00–5:00 pm Young Adults: Focus, Fun and Fulfillment
Open to 18-25 year olds. See description on page 5. (Pre-registration required; space is limited.
$35 fee)
2:00 pm–5:00 pm
Pre-Congress workshops
See descriptions on pages 4 & 5. (Pre-registration required; space is limited. $35 fee)
• PTSD: Learn How to Cope with the symptoms and reduce the stigma, psychosocial skills.
• Alternative Healing
• Mindful Self Compassion: What is it and how can it help?
• Adults Burned as Children and Adolescents: Reclaiming Your Life
• Pain is inevitable, Misery is Optional: Your Right to Happiness
* Remembrance Walk
See page 7.
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7:30 pm–10:00 pm Kick-off event
Hilton Anaheim, Sunset Deck
6:00–7:30pm
Thursday, October 23
8:00 am–5:00 pmRegistration
9:00 am–10:00 am Opening ceremonies
10:00 am–10:30 amBreak
10:30 am–11:30 am A Change of Plans – Justina Page
10:30 am–Noon
Individual creative makeup sessions
Barbara Kammerer Quayle and Society of Plastic Surgical Skin Care Specialists
10:00 am–5:00 pm Phoenix UBelong
See page 10 for details.
11:30 am–12:30 pmLunch
12:00 pm - 5:00 pm Chair Massage
12:30 pm–1:45 pm Healing Through Our Stories—Open Mic
1:00 pm–4:00 pm Individual creative makeup sessions
Barbara Kammerer Quayle and Society of Plastic Surgical Skin Care Specialists
2:30 pm–5:00 pm
A Workshop for Parents: What’s Next? Addressing the Needs of the Family After Burn Injury
Brad Jackson, Carla Oliver
2:30 pm–5:00 pm Breakout Sessions
A.Working with Forgiveness Deeper – Fred Luskin
B.Reclaiming Life After Burn Injury: Overcoming Trauma – Panel moderated by Ashley Goldstone
C.Addiction and Recovery: Understanding the Role of Shame in Perpetuating the Addictive
Process – Megan Bronson & James Bosch
D. How to talk about it, crucial conversations with burn survivors – Panel moderated by Liz Dideon Hess
E.In the Line of Duty – Panel Moderated by Lionel Crowther and Karen Badger
F.Facing the Future – STEPS to Social Confidence and Control – Panel moderated by Barbara
Kammerer Quayle
G.Coping with Guilt and Moving Forward – Panel moderated by Jennifer Harris
H.Sexuality and Intimacy after Burn Injury: From Possible Predicament to Success
– Panel moderated by Ruth Rimmer and Cindy Rutter
I.AMPed up and unLIMBited – Panel moderated by Maureen Cross and Sam Wotring
* Events indicated with an Asterisk are social events
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1:45 pm–2:15 pmBreak
5:00 pm–6:30 pm Support Group for Burn Injured Fire Fighters – Phil Tammaro and Karen Badger
5:00 pm–6:00 pm 12 Step Meeting
Friday, October 24 8:00 am–3:00 pmRegistration
9:00 am–10:00 am Finding Inner Courage: The Journey of Transformation
Mark Nepo
10:00 am–10:30 am Break
10:00 am–4:00 pm Individual creative makeup sessions
Barbara Kammerer Quayle and Society of Plastic Surgical Skin Care Specialists
8:45 pm–3:00 pm Phoenix UBelong (See page 10 for details.)
10:30 am–12:00 pm Healing Through our Stories—Open mic
10:30 am–12:00 pm Aftercare Reintegration Committee
Amy Acton, Radha Holavanaholli and Jill Sproul
12:00 pm–5:00 pm Massage Services – AMTA and Handle with Care
12:00 pm–1:00 pmLunch
3:00 pm–4:00 pm Discussion Groups
A.Adults Burned as Children and Adolescents – Megan Bronson, Samantha Price
B.Follow Up Discussion Group–Finding Inner Courage: the Journey of Transformation
– Mark Nepo
C.Hidden Burns – TBD
D.Focus on Trauma and PTSD – TBD
E.Young Adults–Relating and Relationships (This session is open only to those who fit in the
young adult age group) – Jessica Irven and Ryan Douglas
F.Firefighters – Mike Feyh and Oscar Barrera
G.Firefighter Spouses – Karen Badger
H.Recent Burn Injuries: Focus on Physical and Psychological Challenges Post Discharge – TBD
I.Phoenix Society Information Session – Phoenix Society Staff and Volunteers
J.Moving from Victim to Survivor – TBD
3:00 pm-4:00 pm
12 Step Meeting
Saturday, October 25 8:00 am–12:00 pm Registration
9:00 am–10:00 am To Inspire with My Journey – Robert David Hall
10:00 am–10:30 am Break
8:45 am–12:45 pm Phoenix UBelong (See page 10 for details.)
9:00 am–12:45 am Healing Through Our Stories—Open mic
12:00 pm–5:00 pm Massage Services – AMTA and Handle with Care
12:00 pm–1:00 pmLunch
1:00 pm–2:00 pm
Closing Ceremony – Music Medicine – How to Use Music for Personal Healing and Community
Building
Amy Acton and Christine Stevens
2:30 pm - 4:00 pm Support Groups
4:00 pm-5:00 pm
12 Step Meeting
6:00 pm–Midnight * Closing reception and banquet—Dinner and entertainment
* Events indicated with an Asterisk are social events
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2014 WBC Registration Brochure
2014 Phoenix World Burn Congress
Phoenix Society provides a supportive community empowering everyone affected by a burn injury to live the fullest
life possible. For more than 35 years, we have championed the needs of burn survivors and their families as the only
national organization providing the support and resources needed to thrive again.
While we offer many programs and resources, Phoenix World Burn Congress is our largest program. It brings together
nearly 900 burn survivors, their families, medical professionals, and fire service for educational programming, training,
support groups and resources each year. We look forward to having you join us in Anaheim!
This life-changing program would not be possible without financial support from our sponsors.
Please join us in thanking them!
A FEW WORDS FROM OUR LEAD DIAMOND SPONSORS
The UC Irvine Health Regional Burn Center in Orange, Calif. is honored to sponsor the 2014 Phoenix World Burn
Congress. The Phoenix Society’s strong commitment to burn survivors and their families aligns with our mission to
help patients reintegrate into society and achieve the best quality of life. As Orange County’s only verified Regional
Burn Center by the American Burn Association, we care for the region’s most complex burns and serve as a resource
for burn prevention, research and advocacy. Our clinical expertise is second to none but our greatest asset is our
compassionate team of care providers. UC Irvine Health welcomes the Phoenix Society, its members and supporters
to Orange County.
To learn more about the UC Irvine Health Regional Burn Center, visit ucirvinehealth.org/burn.
Tyco is a market leader in global fire protection and security solutions industries. Our 65,000 employees take great
pride in knowing that they make a difference in their world - their work helps protect and safeguard people and
property for more than three million customers around the world. That’s why we’re once again honored to be a lead
sponsor of the Phoenix World Burn Congress. The WBC is one of our most valued partnerships. The impact we see
for burn survivors and their families is both impressive and moving, and engages our employees in a cause that is
strongly aligned with our passion to protect what matters most.
Community Regional Leon S. Peters Burn Center is honored to sponsor 2014 Phoenix World Burn Congress. Burn
survivors and their family members from around the world are able to share their experiences, provide support to
others with injuries, and learn from their burn recovery. We want to thank the Phoenix Society for their continued
mission dedicated to empowering anyone affected by a burn injury. The California Burn Centers welcome the 2014
Phoenix World Burn Congress back to California!
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2014 Phoenix World Burn Congress
Thank You to our generous sponsors!
PLATINUM SPONSORS
GOLD SPONSORS
BURN FOUNDATION
Helping victims become survivors.
The Tony Gonzalez Family
Swartz & Lynch, LLP
SILVER SPONSORS
BRONZE SPONSORS
EDITH BLODGETT LEGACY FUND
OF THE BROOKBY FOUNDATION
BRIGHTON AREA FIRE AUTHORITY
FIREFIGHTERS QUEST
FOR BURN SURVIVORS
VICTOR JOE, MD
COMMUNITY TISSUE SERVICES
GEORGE & SHARON EVERETT
CHRISTIE MCKNIGHT
KAREN & REG RICHARD
USA SPRINKLER
FITTER’S ASSOCIATION
HOST FIRE SERVICE AGENCY
D.C. FIREFIGHTERS
BURN FOUNDATION
Each year hundreds contribute financially, donate items, their time and expertise to make
Phoenix World Burn Congress possible. While limited space does not allow us to print
all the names here, we are deeply grateful for your support.
Thank You.
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2014 Phoenix World Burn Congress
REGISTRATION FORM
I. Attendee Name/Address (Please print or type.)
Name:_______________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________
Last
First
Business:____________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________ Address: ___________________________________________________________________________________ Home or Work?________________________
City:_____________________________________________________State:_________ZIP:________________ Country:________________________________ Phone:_____________________________________________________________________________________ Home or Work?________________________
Email:_______________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________
Please circle:
Burn Survivor
First-Time Attendee?
Family
Friend
Yes_______ No_________
Professional
Firefighter
Military
Other:____________________________________
Age: 7-17 18-25 26-39 40-55 56-over
Please circle your age so we can help to best meet your program needs in the future.
m Youth and Teen Programming: Check here if above attendee (age 7-17 only) is registering to attend the Phoenix UBelong.
(See page 10 for details.)
ADA Accommodations: If you require ADA accommodations, please contact Pam Peterson at (800) 888-2876 or via e-mail at
[email protected] by September 26, 2014.
Please describe on your registration form any special needs. (Please be specific):________________________________________________
La Phoenix Society está considerando ofrecer en español algunas de las Sesiones del Congreso.
¿Utilizaría usted este servicio si estuviera disponible? Sí_____ No_____
II. Sponsoring Organization or Individual – Complete only if attendee is sponsored.
Name/Business:_____________________________________________________________________________________________________________________ Address: ____________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________
City:_________________________________________________________State:__________ZIP:_________________ Country:__________________________ Phone:______________________________________________________ Email:_________________________________________________________________
III. Registrations Fees
Full Registration Options*
Registration on or before September 26, 2014 Registration after September 26, 2014 Optional Half-Day Pre-conference Workshops:$35.00
$250.00 Pre-registration is required for workshops. Please choose only 1 workshop.
$350.00 m PTSD: Learn How to Cope with the Symptoms and Reduce the
Stigma, Psychosocial Skills
Closing Banquet only**$65.00
m Alternative Healing: Yoga, TRE (Tension and Trauma Release Exercise)
m Mindful Self Compassion: What is it and how can it help?
* Full registration fee includes Wednesday’s Opening
Reception, two lunches, and Saturday evening’s Closing m Adults Burned as Children and Adolescents: Reclaiming your Life
m Pain is Inevitable. Misery and Happiness are Optional. Choosing
Banquet.
Happiness.
**Guests of attendees who wish to attend Saturday’s
m Young Adults: Focus, Fun, and Fulfillment
closing banquet ONLY, must purchase a $65.00 ticket.
IV. Payment Method
Please make checks payable in U.S. funds to The Phoenix Society.
Please circle: Check
VISA
MC
Discover
AmEX
Credit Card Number:____________________________________________
Exp Date:_______ Signature:______________________________________
Return this form with payment to: The Phoenix Society
1835 RW Berends Dr SW, Grand Rapids, MI 49519
Remember!
• Registration does not include your hotel
accommodations.
• Online hotel reservations are being accepted now at
www.phoenix-society.org/wbc2014.
• To Register by phone, call the Hilton Anaheim at
1-877-776-4932. Be sure to identify yourself as a WBC
attendee.
• The room block is expected to fill quickly, so don’t delay.
The cutoff date for reservations is September 26, 2014.
You may also register on our secure website at www.phoenix-society.org/wbc2014 or
by faxing your completed form to 1-616-458-2831 or by calling 1-800-888-2876.
Registration fee includes a nonrefundable processing charge of $35. No refunds for cancellations after September 26, 2014.
THE
PHOENIX
SOCIETY,
INC.
1835 RW
Berends Dr.
SW
Non-Profit Org.
US Postage
PAID
Grand Rapids, MI
Permit No. 679
Grand
Rapids,
MI 49519-4955
1835 RW
Berends
Dr. SW
Grand Rapids, MI 49519-4955
616.458.2773 / 1.800.0888.2876
fax: 616.458.2831
616.458.2773
/ 1.800.0888.2876
www.phoenix-society.org
fax: 616.458.2831
[email protected]
www.phoenix-society.org
[email protected]
26TH ANNUAL PHOENIX WORLD BURN CONGRESS 2014 REGISTRATION BROCHURE
Hilton Anaheim | Anaheim, CA
October 22-25, 2014