The Adult Retreat Application Deadline (Cambria, CA)

Since 2013, Camp I Am Me has been providing various programming opportunities to prepare and assist participants for the challenges ahead of them not only as burn survivors, but as adults. Through partnerships with other like-minded nonprofit organizations, survivors from Illinois have the opportunity to receive support through programs that are held across the country. Qualified Camp I Am Me personnel and volunteer staff accompany participants to these programs to ensure safe arrival and return as well as to help assist survivors gain new tools and knowledge while meeting others from across the United States.

The Adult Retreat by the Alisa Ann Ruch Burn Foundation (AARBF) provides a survivor-driven program allowing the opportunity for approximately 20 adult burn survivors to learn about their healing process and their journey as a burn survivor. This program is for adult burn survivors 21+ and is an intense weekend, developed by burn survivors, for burn survivors. It includes workshops, support groups, and promotes healing, self-discovery, and socialization.

These programs are taking place February 14-17, 2025. To learn more and to complete the short Application Form, Click Here! Application Deadline is January 15, 2025.