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World Autism Awareness Day

The Alisa Ann Ruch Burn Foundation (AARBF), in partnership with Pyramid Educational Consultants, developed the N.I.C.K. (Neurotypical/diverse Independent Communication Kit) for Fire and Burn Safety, to bring fire and burn safety education to individuals with autism spectrum disorder, developmental disabilities, intellectual disabilities, and communication challenges. Inspired by Jacqueline Laurita, mother of a son with autism, ...

Los Angeles Zoo – Southern California

Southern California burn survivors, ages 5-17, are invited to join us for a fun day at the Los Angeles Zoo! Click here to learn more about this event.

Southern California Support Group

Support and discussion group is a safe place to build community. Attendees are encouraged, but not required, to share their stories and ask questions. Anyone affected by burns, and their supporters, are welcome. Currently this in-person support group is being held virtually via Zoom. To register, please contact Margarita Rodriguez at 818-848-0223 Ext. 16 or ...

Santa Clara Valley Medical Center Support Group

Support and discussion group is a safe place to build community. Attendees are encouraged, but not required, to share their stories and ask questions. Anyone affected by burns, and their supporters, are welcome. Currently this in-person support group is being held virtually via Zoom. To register, please contact Scott Wertz at 415-495-7223 Ext. 19 or [email protected].

Central Valley Burn Relay

We currently have 6 burn relays throughout California. Today we will be in the Central Valley. During the relay, Fire Departments and Community Partners gather for the day traveling from Fire Station to Fire Station collecting department donations and celebrating AARBF’s dedicated community partners. Contact Katie Szymczak at [email protected] to learn more.

Caregiver Support Group – Virtual

Join family members, caregivers and loved ones of burn survivors throughout California in a safe online video chat via Zoom. This group is closed to Burn Survivors. To register or for more information contact Daniel Chacon at 415-495-7223 Ext. 18 or [email protected]