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Summer Camp Blog – Monday, June 16th

Today’s Weather:83 degrees, hazy skies with sun and some humidity Today’s Meal:Breakfast: Waffles, Bacon, Strawberries, Apple Bread, Cereal, Yogurt, Grape Juice, Fresh Fruit, Bananas.Lunch: Sloppy Joes or Grilled Cheese, Coleslaw, Salad Bars, Watermelon, Juice.Dinner: Turkey, Mashed Potatoes, Green Bean, Corn Bread/Butter, Salad Bars, Pumpkin Pie w/Whipped Topping.Snack: Soft Pretzel with Cheese. Camper Activities:Horseback Riding, Pool, […]

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Summer Camp Blog – Sunday, June 15th

Today’s Weather:80 degrees, hazy skies with sun and some humidity Today’s Meal:Dinner: Lasagna, Garlic Bread Sticks, Mixed Vegetables, Salad Bar, TiramisuSnack: Rice Krispie Treats Camper Activities:Swim tests, All Camp Photo, Cosmic Campfire (all cabins welcome and campfire) Theme is Out of This World:What does it mean? We chose this to represent the infinite possibilities our

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Summer Camp Offers a Place of Healing for Burn Survivors

An empowering, week-long summer camp provides a safe, and judgement-free place for young burn survivors Mount Prospect, Illinois – For the past 34 years, Camp I Am Me by Illinois Fire Safety Alliance has helped young burn survivors throughout Illinois by providing a place of acceptance and healing at its yearly Summer Camp held at

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School & Fire Officials Gather in Wood Dale to Support Deaf & Hard of Hearing Students

Specialized smoke alarms distributed to protect children across Chicagoland Wood Dale, IL – In a collaborative effort between the nonprofit Camp I Am Me by Illinois Fire Safety Alliance, Office of the Illinois State Fire Marshal, local fire departments, and Child’s Voice School, specialized smoke alarm devices are being distributed to families with young deaf

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Challenge Accepted: Survivors Tackle Wall Climbing & Rollercoasters

Over the past couple months, Family Challenge Days have popped up on the programs calendar and across Illinois. In April, nearly 40 family members from our burn survivor community joined us at First Ascent in Peoria for some indoor wall climbing activities! Family members were also supported by members of the Peoria Firefighters Local 50

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Camp I Am Me Making the Podcast Rounds

Over the past month, Camp I Am Me staff, volunteers, and former campers have participated in a couple podcasts to help highlight the mission of the organization and provide insight to the important work happening across Illinois throughout the year. To learn more about all of the opportunities Camp I Am Me has to offer,

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Summer Camp Volunteer Opportunities for FD Parade, Fun Fair, & More!

Are you looking to make a difference in the lives of extraordinary young individuals? Look no further than Camp I Am Me Summer Camp, a beacon of hope and happiness for children who have faced the unimaginable challenges of burn injuries. As a nonprofit organization dedicated to supporting and empowering burn survivors, Camp I Am

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Group shot at World Burn Congress Scholarship award ceremony

Applications Available to Receive World Burn Congress Scholarship

Camp I Am Me has been providing a scholarship opportunity to burn survivors and their family members from Illinois for numerous years. The scholarship covers the costs involved in participating in the four-day conference including conference registration fees, travel accommodations to and from the event, and lodging. 

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Smoke Alarm Save Highlights Importance of Working Smoke Alarms

Late in the evening on February 16th, a residential fire broke out in Greenville, IL and despite the devastation and damage to the home, a ray of light emerged – the first recorded smoke alarm save through the Be Alarmed! Smoke Alarm Installation Program. Thanks to the proactive efforts of the Greenville Fire Protection District,

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