Loyola Medicine's Links of Hope Support Group, is made available specifically for the burn survivor community. Survivors of all ages and their supporters, whether that be family or friends, are welcomed to participate in any session. During the meeting, there will be an opportunity to renew friendships, create new connections, and respond to questions. This month's […]

Scheduled Speakers: Karen Berard-Reed – NFPA Stephen Hrustich – Vision 20/20 Dr. Farzaneh Masoud – Illinois Fire Service Institute Research Caitlyn Brennan – 100 Club of Illinois Christina Francis – Tesla Kevin Sehlmeyer – Michigan State Fire Marshal (ret) Philip Zaleski – Camp I Am Me & Peter Gripper - Buffalo Grove FD Nate Rice […]

Grab your clubs and join us for a swinging good time at the 5th Annual Camp I Am Me Golf Classic—presented by Sprinkler Fitters Local 281!

We ask for fire departments, organizations, companies, and others’ support and help so that we can continue to provide our yearly Summer Camp, burn survivor programs, Family Days, adult support groups, and other events and activities that help survivors to be able to say, “I am me,” despite their scars.

Join hundreds of members from the fire service and beyond at the 84th annual Fire Prevention Week Luncheon, hosted by Camp I Am Me by Illinois Fire  Safety Alliance. The program, which is supported by the Northern Illinois Fire Sprinkler Advisory Board, includes gourmet lunch, networking opportunities, and a keynote address. The event also highlights and […]

An engaging weekend for young adults ages 18-22 who have experienced injuries from burns. At Strive to Thrive, young adults will have the opportunity to build their self-esteem as they focus on the next stage of their lives. We will have open conversations about what adulthood may be like, and the challenges faced by any […]

Illinois fire service, join Camp I Am Me and the Office of the Illinois State Fire Marshal for the second-annual Be Alarmed! Smoke Alarm Installation Statewide Blitz. Join hundreds of departments from across the state to educate residents on the dangers of fire in the home and to ensure there are working smoke alarms properly […]

Loyola Medicine's Links of Hope Support Group, is made available specifically for the burn survivor community. Survivors of all ages and their supporters, whether that be family or friends, are welcomed to participate in any session. During the meeting, there will be an opportunity to renew friendships, create new connections, and respond to questions. Each […]

Are you up for our zipline challenge? We’ll be spending two hours in the tree-top canopy of this 100-acre site amidst the beautiful fall colors. Experience Lake Geneva’s natural beauty with a bird’s-eye perspective. Challenge yourself to an aerial adventure alongside other Camp I Am Me families. While this activity is amazing it is also […]

It might be dreary and cold in November but that won't stop us from getting together and enjoying the awesome indoor water park kept at a warm 84 degrees year-round at Great Wolf Lodge in Gurnee. Enjoy a pizza lunch in our pool-side cabana before spending some time floating, swimming, sliding, and splashing around. There's […]

Loyola Medicine's Links of Hope Support Group, is made available specifically for the burn survivor community. Survivors of all ages and their supporters, whether that be family or friends, are welcomed to participate in any session. During the meeting, there will be an opportunity to renew friendships, create new connections, and respond to questions. Each […]

Camp I Am Me offers this no-cost, end-of-year, family-friendly event to current and past participants of the Summer Camp program and to the entire burn survivor community. The Camp I Am Me Winter Gathering is taking place on Saturday, December 6th at Brookfield Zoo and will be a late afternoon/early evening of “Holiday Magic” and […]

Loyola Medicine's Links of Hope Support Group, is made available specifically for the burn survivor community. Survivors of all ages and their supporters, whether that be family or friends, are welcomed to participate in any session. During the meeting, there will be an opportunity to renew friendships, create new connections, and respond to questions. Each […]

The Above and Beyond Volunteer Award was established to honor individuals and groups for their priceless contributions in volunteerism and service on behalf of Camp I Am Me. This award is presented to annually at the “Friends of Camp I Am Me Awards Celebration,” which is held in March each year. Nominations are accepted on an ongoing basis, but must […]

Requests to volunteer for the full week (8 days) of 2026’s Summer Camp Saturday, June 14–Saturday, June 20, 2026 Requests will be accepted for 2026’s camp through February 6, 2026. Those who submit, will receive additional information after that time. Questions about what a cabin counselor at a week of Camp I Am Me Summer […]

A special and unforgettable one-week camp experience for children and teenagers who have experienced injuries from burns. Through the generosity of donors, supporters, and volunteers, Camp I Am Me offers this summer camping opportunity at no-cost to campers; including lodging, meals, activities, and transportation to and from camp (YMCA Camp Duncan – Ingleside, IL). No […]