Fire & Burn Prevention • Burn Survivor Support • Burn Research Vol. XXXVIII, No. 3 Fall 2004

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A Story of Inspiration and Courage . . . Page 2

Karen’s Recovery. . .

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On October 5, 1998 Karen Boswell dropped her twosons, Kenny and Kevin, off for an evening of funat a North County mall. However, unlike most

moms, Karen never made it back to pick them up. Tragedystruck and Karen fell victim to a fiery car crash that lefther a double amputee with third degree burns to more than85-percent of her body. She would lay in a coma for ninemonths and spend two long years recovering from manysurgeries at the UCSD Regional Burn Center. Herprognosis was grim and she was given less than a two-percent chance of survival. No one expected Karen toleave the hospital . . . but she did. Karen soon realized thatby having survived such a serious accident, she was givena second chance at life and she was determined to live lifeto the fullest.

Before her accident, and when Karen was busy raisingher two boys, she would tell them that there is no suchword as “can’t” in the dictionary. During the painfulrehabilitation after her accident, Karen would receive thatsame pep talk from her two sons as they visited herbedside. Their encouragement gave Karen the strength togo on and to become a survivor.

It has been six years since the accident and Karen’srecovery has been nothing less than remarkable. In fact,there is very little Karen “can’t” do. Although, she neverreturned to her full time career in the constructionindustry, she now has resumed driving her own van, andregularly volunteers for the UCSD Regional Burn Centerand the Burn Institute. At the Burn Institute, Karen assistswith clerical work and special events such as the annual

Firefighters’ DestructionDerby and Burn Run/FIREEXPO.

Through a grant from theChange A Life Foundation,the Burn Institute was ableto provide a motorizedwheelchair for Karen,which allows her to bemore independent.

Cover Photo by Christine Shuttleworth - Thank You Howarth Photo StudioColor Photo Printing Courtesy of Graphics Ink

With her wheelchair and her acquired prosthetic legs,there’s little Karen can’t accomplish. Two years ago,Karen drove to Arizona for the World Burn Congress andhas attended two Burn Institute sponsored retreats forAdult Burn Survivors.

Anyone who has met Karen can tell you she’s aninspiration to be around. Ironically, Burn InstituteAdvisory Board Member, fellow volunteer and burnsurvivor, Cindy Rutter, was Karen’s nurse during herrecovery. And, Burn Institute Board Member DavidHoyt, M.D. was Karen’s trauma doctor. Both have toldKaren that her recovery is nothing short of a miracle.

Karen enjoys writing poems and taking computerclasses and she looks forward to flying in an airplane forthe first time. (Editors Note: The two men who pulled Karen from thefiery vehicle were honored with the Burn Institute’sSpirit of Courage Award in 1999.)

At the 2003 Wizardof Oz themed RetreatFor Adult Burn Survivors, Karen completed thechallenging ropes course and received theCourageous Lion Award.

Burn Institute Newsletter© is a publication of the Burn Institute and is

published four times a year.EDITOR

Rosella Aplin

Burn Institute - San Diego 3702 Ruffin Road, #101San Diego, CA 92123

858.541.2277

Burn Institute - Imperial Valley612 “J” Street, #4

Imperial, CA 92251760.355.3175

www.burninstitute.org

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14th Annual Destruct ion DerbyHai led a Smashing SuccessPresented by Kearny Mesa Toyota

Fourteen demolition cars took part in this year’s 13thAnnual Firefighters’ Destruction Derby on Saturday, June12 at Cajon Speedway.

Firefighters spent months gathering sponsorships, preparingand decorating their cars -- only to smash them up. The last carrunning receives the coveted first place honor.

A special thank you to this year’s drivers: Willie Cruz, Barona;Keith Richardson, Cajon Speedway/Aztec Fire; Tracy Colburn,California Department of Forestry; Curtis Brown, CaliforniaDepartment of Forestry; Daniel Lerud, Campo Fire Dept.; JohnHess, Chula Vista Fire Dept.; Demitrius Prado, Del Mar FireDept.; Zack Shirley, Imperial Beach Fire Dept.; DouglasFairbanks, Miramar Fire Dept.; Adrian Corales, Oceanside FireDept.; Pablo Scheibe, Santee Fire Dept.; Angel Hendrie, SanDiego Rural Fire Dept.; Mike Murphy, San MiguelConsolidated Fire Protection District; John Wilton, ValleyCenter Fire Dept. More than $45,000 was raised to benefit theBurn Institute.

◆ Derby Winners: 1st Place Demitrius Prado, DelMar Fire Dept (pictured above); 2nd Place JohnHess, Chula Vista Fire Dept; 3rd Place KeithRichardson, Cajon Speedway/Aztec Fire.

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Our Presenting Sponsor Kearny Mesa Toyota!Charlie Minch and Eric Brucker of the Cajon Speedway for helping make this event happen every year!

The drivers and crews who spent hours preparing for this event!Our awesome volunteers - you are appreciated and we couldn’t do it without you!

Our generous sponsors who continue to support the Burn Institute’s important work!The fans who come out to support the Derby!

The Cajon Speedway drivers for your enthusiasm and continued support!Miramar Firefighter Mark Weimann for again serving as Event Chair!Santee Fire Captain Tim Dibsie for organizing a great tailgate party!

Terry Norwood of Sign Shop - you’re great!The San Diego County Fire Chiefs for their continued support and for allowing their firefighters to

participate with this and other Burn Institute events!The guys ‘n’ gals at the track who are wonderful to work with!

THANK YOU FOR CHOOSING TO MAKE A DIFFERENCE!

Our thoughts continue to go out to the Brucker family during their difficult time!

Destruction Derby Sponsors who contributed $250 or more are listed on Page 9.

A Special Thank You to . . .

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More than 15,000 people enjoyed the 14thAnnual Fireman’s Fund Insurance CompanyFIRE EXPO 2004, presented by Sycuan, onSaturday, July 10.

Each year, this special San Diego summerevent is hailed as Southern California’s

largest firefighting event. FIRE EXPO festivities began at 11a.m. and lasted until 5 p.m. And, the Burn Run Parade, withnearly 80 pieces of fire apparatus paraded into parking area “J”of Qualcomm Stadium, at 1 p.m. Thousands of guests enjoyedtouring emergency vehicles and many families participated infire engine rides. There were also live firefightingdemonstrations and helicopter flyovers to keep everyone’sinterest level high. As for the younger guests, the kiddie karnivalarea seemed to be the afternoon hit. Throughout the day, guestsenjoyed live music from the Fabulous Ultratones, The Corvettes,and The Hill Country Band.

The Fireman’s Fund Insurance Company Firefighter’s Night atthe Padres took place a day prior to FIRE EXPO, on Friday July9. Special pre-game ceremonies included the national anthemsung by local area firefighters while nearly 100 uniformedfirefighters lined the first and third base paths. A specialfirefighter video tribute was played on the jumbotronand young burn survivor Ricardo Torres threw out thefirst pitch.

This year’s event raised more than $250,000 for theimportant work of the Burn Institute.

◆ Fireman’s Fund Insurance Company presents a$300,000 check to the Burn Institute during theFireman's Fund Insurance Company Firefighters’Night with the Padres. (left to right) Federal FireCaptain Ron Hollander, 2004 Fire Expo EventChair; James Floros, Burn Institute ExecutiveDirector; Chris Seistrup, Regional Vice PresidentFireman's Fund Insurance Company.

◆ On Friday, July 9, the Burn Institute-Imperial Valley held

its very first local Burn Run. Firefighters and family

members from the Calexico Fire Department present an

$8,000 check to Burn Institute - Imperial Valley Community

Outreach Specialist Art Garcia. This was one of many

donations, which will support the important work of the

Burn Institute-Imperial Valley.

◆ Live firefighting demonstrations are a popular event at

FIRE EXPO. (Above) firefighters demonstrate how to use the

jaws of life when performing an emergency auto extrication.

14th Annual Burn Run / FIRE EXPO

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Heats Up A San Diego Summer Weekend

◆ Young burn survivor andhonorary event chairRicardo Torres throws outthe first pitch at PetcoPark during Firefighter’sNight with the Padres.

◆ During FIRE EXPO, ayoung guest is thrilled withhis fire engine red balloonhe received from theFireman’s FundInsurance Companybooth.

◆ The biggest highlight of the annual FIREEXPO is undoubtedly the arrival of the BurnRun with nearly 80 fire trucks and enginesarriving into the Qualcomm Stadium parking lot.

Title SponsorFireman's Fund Insurance Company

Presenting SponsorSycuan

Participating SponsorsAmerican Medical Response

BoleyBrigantine Seafood RestaurantsCajon Extinguisher Services Co.

California Chiropractic Care - Dr. OrtegaCity of San Diego Commission For Arts and Culture

California State Firefighters AssociationFirefighters Advisory Council to the Burn Institute

Fire Etc.Fire Rescue Magazine

FS3Hitachi

HydroshieldJEMS Journal of Emergency Medical Services

KSON-FM 97.3 and 92.1KUSI TVLN Curtis

Off Road WarehousePechanga

PennySaverPepsi

San Diego Fire Protection AssociationSan Diego Home/Garden Lifestyles

San Diego Medical Services EnterprisesSan Diego Padres

San Diego Union-TribuneSimplexGrinnellSmooth Jazz 98.1

Sole SistersSony

StrykerSubway

ThermoGelTranscon

Tyco Fire & SecurityUnderwater KineticsWildland Firefighter

ZOLL Medical5

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Camp Beyond the Scars helps burn

Camp Beyond the Scars is one of theBurn Institute’s most notable burn survivorsupport programs, and isavailable twice ayear. Young burnsurvivors ages 6-15participate in theprogram while adultburn survivors, ages16-18 volunteer asc o u n s e l o r s - i n -training, and thoseover age 18 participateas counselors/mentors.

This past August,camp was held atCamp Cuyamaca inDescanso and was

centered around the themeof "Creating Your Own Paradise." It is imperativethat young burn survivors recognize early on howto focus on the positives in their lives and learnto not dwell on their injuries. By focusing on thefuture, they learn that their injury is not the end,but a beginning to a new journey in life. Mostimportantly they realize it is possible to reach"beyond their scars."

Camp provides a friendly and supportiveatmosphere with many opportunities toparticipate in a variety of fun activities.Learning a new hobby or activity createsexcitement and yet another way to buildself-confidence and self-esteem. Thissummer’s camp included suchactivities as a golf learning center,horse back riding, swimming, hiking,sailing, kayaking, singing, crafts andmuch more!

A heartfelt “thank you!” goes out to all thevolunteers who gave of their time and energy to makethis Tenth Anniversary Celebration of camp amemorable one.

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Create your own paradise...

Imagine yourself doing what you Love

And Loving what you do,Being Happy

from the inside out,Experiencing your Dreams

Wide Awake,Being Creative,Being Unique,

Being You!Changing things to the way

you know they can be, Living the Life you always

Imagined.

--Author Unknown--

◆ Camp participants had the chance to

enjoy a “Play Day at Mission Bay”

sponsored by the El Cajon Fire Department.

(Above) Young burn survivor Seth learns

how to kayak.◆ Many long hours are spent making camp a wonderful

experience. A big thank you to all the volunteers who

generously donated their time to make this year’s camp

such a welcoming tropical paradise.

◆ (Left to right) CamperJessica, and volunteer

Kristin Luton from CHADwork on a project. The

Balboa Home Depotsponsored the hands-on

workshop for the campers.

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◆ This summer marked the 10th anniversary ofCamp Beyond The Scars. Albertsons, located onWest Main Street in El Cajon generously donatedthis beautiful cake.

◆ (Left to right) Female Counselor Tricia is

pictured with young burn survivor Giovanna.

◆ (Left to right) Volunteer camp counselors

San Diego Firefighter “The Gentle Sea

Cow” - Steve and Jason.

survivors "create their own paradise.”

THANK YOUAir Products & Chemicals, Inc.

AJ Entertainment - Andy CabreraAlbertson's Bakery - Main Street, El Cajon

Banners by StatsCalifornia Department of Forestry

Change a Life FoundationChris Barlow and the Junior Lifeguards

City-Rent-A-CarMs. Velma M. Cooney

James S. Copley FoundationCottonwood Country Club

The Country FriendsCuyamaca School Camp Staff

East San Diego County KiwanisEl Cajon Elks Lodge - BPOE #1812

El Cajon Fire Department and their volunteersExtreme GloHart Ranch

Home Depot - BalboaIrons & Medals Golf - Paul Miernicki and Matt Benedict

Julian-Cuyamaca Volunteer Fire DepartmentKiwanis Club of East San Diego County

Las PrimerasLegacy Quilt Guild

Mr. & Mrs. John Mattos, Jr.The Melvin Garb Foundation

Moneytree, Inc.MFM

Mission Bay Yacht ClubMoore's Mountain

Mike O'Betz - ProjectionistNative Daughters of the Golden West Children’s Foundation

Oscar Knight and Division 31 Kiwanis Volunteer GroupPGA Foundation, Inc.

Picture This! Christine Shuttleworth.Pure Flo

San Diego - Imperial Valley Firefighters Advisory Councilto the Burn Institute

Santana Girls Water PoloSchumacher

Singing Hills Country ClubSmith & Nephew

Sundance Stage Lines, Inc.The Ramona Estates Lifeguards

Walden W. & Jean Young Shaw FoundationWind & Fire Motorcycles

Mike and Joanne Van Bibber

We regret the omission of any camp sponsors. Due to limited space, only gifts-in-kind and major gifts over $1,000 are listed.

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Fireman’s Fund Insurance Company Partners With The Burn Institute On Two Vital

Fire And Burn Prevention Projects

The Burn Institute, in partnership with Fireman’sFund Insurance Company, has added two newfire and burn educational pieces to its repetoir of

fire and burn prevention programs.The first is a teachers curriculum guide entitled Fire

& Burn Prevention - Fire, Burns & You. The guide isnow available to teachers throughout the countythrough the San Diego Union-Tribune’s Newspaper InEducation Program. Utilizing the daily newspaper as aresource, students can learn about fire and burn safetyfrom 20 different themed lessons, which meetCalifornia Education Standards. It is the BurnInstitute’s hope that teachers will use the guide todevelop ideas and activities of their own to teachstudents the importance of fire and burn preventionand that students will then share this lifesavinginformation with their families, friends and others intheir community.

The secondproject is acomprehensivefire and burnpreventionguide entitled“EverythingYou Need ToKnow, WantTo KnowAndAbsolutelyShouldKnowAboutFire &BurnSafety!”

This year, National FirePrevention Week is being observed fromOctober 3-9. One of the Burn Institute’s FirePrevention Week activities will be to insert the guidein the Sunday, October 3 edition of the San DiegoUnion-Tribune. More than 450,000 subscribers willreceive this informational 12-page guide.

The guide contains lifesaving fire and burn safetyinformation for the entire family including Home FireEscape Plans, First Aid For Burns, Fire Extinguishers,Scalds, Children & Fire, and a children’s section withcoloring activities and notes from the Burn Institute’svery own Burni the Dragon.

If you didn’t receive the guide on October 3, don’tworry. The guide will be available at Fire Departmentopen houses and health fairs throughout the countyduring the month of October and will be available atthe Burn Institute year round.

DAYLIGHT SAVINGS TIME ENDS OCTOBER 31.

WHEN YOU CHANGE YOUR CLOCKS BACK ONE HOUR, IT IS A GOOD IDEA TO REPLACE THE

BATTERY IN YOUR SMOKE DETECTORS. TEST YOUR DETECTORS MONTHLY.

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D O N O R SThe Burn Institute wishes to thank the following generous individuals, families,

corporations, foundations, and community groups for their gifts of $250 or moremade between May 24, 2004 to August 24, 2004.

Limited space prohibits us from listing all donors but we would like to thank each and everyone of you for your support.

Air Products & Chemicals, Inc.Anheuser-Busch Sales of San DiegoMr. & Mrs. James J. BolandBrigantine Family of RestaurantsMr. Danny CastilloC&D Towing SpecialistsChange A Life FoundationMrs. Debi ChapmanClassic Party RentalsColdwell Banker Point Loma Ms. Velma M. CooneyCoronado Fire Department Station 36Mr. and Mrs. Gerald S. DaveeDel Coronado Jewels, Inc.Economy Print & Image, Inc.Edison Int'l Employee Contributions Campaign

El Cajon Fireman's ReliefElks Lodge, El Cajon-B.P.O.E.#1812Energy for Others SDG&E Employees Contrib Club

Fire Fighters Advisory Council to the BurnInstitute

Fireman's Fund Insurance CompanyFire Prevention ServicesThe Melvin Garb FoundationMr. Clayton HoweImperial County Children & Families First Commission

Karl Strauss Brewing CompanyKearny Mesa ToyotaKephart PlumbingKiwanis Club of East San Diego CountyKiwanis Club of Home of Guiding HandsKiwanis Club of PowayLake Cuyamaca Volunteer Fire DepartmentLas PrimerasLos Bomberos de San DiegoMoneytree, Inc.Patrick InternationalMr. and Mrs. Donald J. PenniallPGA Foundation, Inc.Pit Stop Sports BarPowerhouse Gyms of San DiegoMr. Andrew ReillyRock Bottom Restaurant & Brewery

FoundationRocky Mountain Chocolate Factory-Gaslamp

Mr. & Mrs. Barry RossSan Diego Gas & Electric/Sempra EnergySan Diego Sportfishing Council San Diego Union-Tribune/ SignOnSanDiego.com

San Pasqual Band of Mission IndiansSan Pasqual Fire DepartmentSchumacherSolana Beach Firefighters AssociationSoroptimist International of CoronadoSouth Bay Auto WreckersMs. Susanne StanfordRobert SutherlandSymons Fire Protection

Tarantino Wholesale Food DistributorsThermo-GelUnited Way of Imperial CountyMr. Robert VallettaMr. Jason WoodWorld Reach, Inc.Mr. Richard YokleyYoung's Market CompanyDESTRUCTION DERBY SPONSORSA-1 Irrigation & Do It Best HardwareAlumni CraftAnthony's Auto CenterAutomotive Parts WholesalersAxis Martini Bar/RestaurantBaby Bird Racing Barona Band of Mission IndiansBarona StationBarona TowingBills Quality CarsBodyworks by JerryBorn Again RestorationBosch Tool CorporationBurns & Sons TruckingCajon Speedway California HardwareCarter CollisionC&D Towing SpecialistsC&M Crane RentalCoastal CoatingsCo's Traffic ControlCozby's Rebuilding Automotive Repair &

Electrical Del Mar Firefighters Association Del Mar Thoroughbred ClubDixieline Lumber Co.Douglas Allred CompanyMr. R. E. EikelEl Camino RentalMr. James A. FisherFriends America, Inc.Gene's Towing ServicesHome Depot - SanteeHoney BJacumba TowingJake's Del MarJamul Tuna ClubKearny Mesa ToyotaKiwanis Club of Greater JamulLa Costa Resort & Spa Lakeside Auto Body M & I Windows, Inc.MAACO Auto Painting & Bodyworks Mr. Drew Middleton North County Emergency Vehicle ServiceOceanside TransmissionOggi's Pizza & Brewing CompanyPara Quality Construction, Inc.People's ChevroletPoppert ConstructionRBS TowingMr. David ReadRemec, Inc. San Diego Medical Training

San Luis Rey Auto SalvageSeven-Eleven Store #13629Travelon RV, Inc.Valley Center Equipment RentalsVestar, Inc.The Vons Companies Charitable Foundation,

Inc.Waste ManagementWells Fargo Private Client Services SDWestern Heavy EquipmentWozniak Distribution, LLCBURN RUN / FIRE EXPO SPONSORSAdvanced Marketing Services, Inc.Mr. Mike BaddourBoley CorporationCalifornia Chiropractic CareCalifornia State Firefighters AssociationCajon Extinguisher ServiceFire Etc.Fireman’s Fund Insurance CompanyThe Hitachi FoundationHitachi Home Electronics Hydroshield KetchumL.N. Curtis & SonsMr. & Mrs. John Mattos, Jr.Oceanside Firefighters Assc.--Local 3736ORW/Off Road WarehousePechanga Resort & CasinoPepsi Bottling GroupPoway KiwanisMs. Bonnie F. Reynolds San Diego Medical Services EnterpriseSan Miguel Firefighters-Local 1434 Foundation

SimplexGrinnellSony USA Foundation, Inc.Stryker EMSTranscon Sales & ManufacturingThermo-GelUnderwater KineticsUS Fish & Wildlife Service Vista FirefightersWal-Mart Foundation Store #5140Zoll Medical Corporation

Ms. Lisa Brown, In Honor of Rob BrownParty Guests, In Honor of Allen Ihde & BobSawyer's Retirement Mr. & Mrs. David Jacobson, In Honor ofJordan & Joshua Jacobson Mr. Robert Reynolds, In Honor ofJamie Hazelwood Lakeside Fire Dept. Mrs. Daniel H. Bridge, In Memory ofSteve BruckerMrs. Phyllis D. Crawford, In Memory ofJames CrawfordMr. Howard E. Gillins and Ms. Janet R.Gushue, In Memory of Steve Moore Mr. Robert Reynolds, In Memory ofAshleigh Roach

Tribute Gifts, like the ones listed below, are made to the Burn Institute In Honor or In Memory of someone special:

C h a r i t y - t o s o m e a d u t y , t o o t h e r s a j o y .

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Each year, one week in October ishailed as National Fire PreventionWeek. This year, October 3-9, will be

no exception.The history of National Fire Prevention

Week dates back to the Great Chicago Firewhich occurred on October 9, 1871. Thistragedy killed 300 people, left 100,000homeless, and destroyed more than 17,000structures. The city of Chicago quicklyrebuilt and years later the Fire Marshal’sAssociation of North America decided thatthe anniversary of the Great Chicago Fireshould be observed in a way that would keepthe public informed about the importance offire prevention.

Today, the Burn Institute continues to makeNational Fire Prevention Week a priority andcounts on thousands of fire and safetyprofessionals and volunteers to assist withfire and burn prevention efforts during thisweek and throughout the fall months.

The Burn Institute will be participating innumerous fire station open houses andcommunity health fairs this Fall and we needmany volunteers to assist with our outreachefforts.

If you are interested in volunteering,contact Kathleen Frampton at 858.541.2277or e-mail at volunteers@burninstitute.org.

Join The Burn Institute Auxiliary!

The Burn Institute Auxiliary is a volunteer

extension of the Burn Institute. The Auxiliary’s

annual signature event is the Share Your Heart

Auction, Wine Tasting and Casino Night - next year’s event is

scheduled for Saturday, February 5 at the Hall of Champions Sports

Museum. The Auxiliary is always looking for new people to get

involved. Annual Auxiliary membership dues are $25 and meetings

are held every third Tuesday of each month. With each paid

Auxiliary membership in October 2004, you can receive the second

membership at half price!(First time memberships only). All

new members will also receive a FREE Auxiliary embroidered

polo shirt! So what are you waiting for? Grab a friend, then grab

the phone and call the Burn Institute at 858.541.2277.

October is a BusyVolunteer Month

THANK YOUFIRE EXPO and Destruction Derby Volunteers !

Miramar Engineer ReceivesVolunteer of the Year Award

In June, Miramar Fire EngineerMark Weimann was awarded the2004 CHAD Volunteer of theYear Award.

Among his many volunteerefforts with the Burn Institute,during the past four years, Markhas served as co-chair of theFirefighters’ Destruction Derbyand this year he served as chair of

this exciting event.His efforts with the Firefighters’ Destruction Derby has helped

raise tens of thousands of dollars to support the Burn Institute.◆ Mark Weimann (left) and Burn Institute Executive DirectorJames Floros.

Quotation:“No person was ever honored for what he received.

Honor is given by what he gave.”-Calvin Coolidge-

Volunteer Act ion !

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Please send me information on Planned Giving

Please send me information on your programs and services.

I am interested in becoming a Burn Institute volunteer.

I am interested in joining the Burn Institute Auxiliary.

I would like to support the important work of the Burn Institute. Enclosed is my tax-deductible gift of $___________________

Credit Card # / Exp.date ______________________________________(Visa, MC, Discover)

NAME_________________________________________________________

ADDRESS______________________________________________________

CITY_________________________ STATE_________ ZIP_______________

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Yes! I want to become more involved with the Burn Institute.

Send to:Burn Institute

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Firefighters + Boots = A Winning Combination

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• Buca di Beppo Spaghetti Eating ContestSaturday, October 30 @ 12 noon(Check in at 11 a.m.)10749 Westview Parkway, Mira Mesa$20 entry fee donationProceeds benefit the Burn Institute

• Burn Institute/UCSD Burn Center Fall Educational Symposium forBurn SurvivorsNovember 13 (Burn Institute)

• Inaugural Inland EmpireSpirit of Courage Awards BanquetNovember 18 (Ontario Double Tree)

• Burn Institute Annual MeetingNovember 30, 2004 (Burn Institute)

• Holiday Party for Burn SurvivorsDecember 1, 2004

• Kobey’s Boot DriveDecember 2004 Date TBD

• Winter Camp Beyond The ScarsJanuary 15-17, 2005 (Camp Oakbridge)

• Retreat For Adult Burn SurvivorsJanuary 14-17, 2005 (Camp Oakbridge)

• Share Your Heart Auction, Wine Tasting & Casino NightFebruary 5, 2005 (Hall of Champions)

• California Society for Healthcare Engineers Golf Tournament to Benefit the Burn InstituteMarch 21, 2005 (Eastlake Country Club)

• Imperial Valley Fire BallApril 8, 2005(Barbara Worth Resort, Holtville)

For more information on any of these events, call 858.541.2277 or visit usonline at www.burninstitute.org

Mark Your Calendars

This Fall marks the annual United Way/CHAD & CFC Campaigns

Please remember the Burn InstituteSan Diego County #5581Imperial County #7024

On July 7, firefighters from throughout the county, and on July 9San Diego City Firefighters, participated in the Fourth Annual“Give Burns The Boot” Countywide Firefighter Boot Drive.

“All the money raised here locally, stays here locally to benefit fire andburn prevention education programs and burn survivor support programslike Camp Beyond the Scars in our community,” said Event Chair CaptainDoug Elliott, El Cajon Fire Department.

This year’s boot drive raised more than $114,000. A traveling boot drivetrophy will be awarded to the Chula Vista Fire Dept., Rancho Santee FeFire Protection District, San Diego Rural Fire Protection District and SanDiego Battalion 1 Units B Division from the San Diego City Fire-RescueDepartment for raising the most money for their area of the county.

◆ The Rancho Santa Fe Fire Protection District raised $13,400 for the BurnInstitute. (Left to right) Firefighter / Paramedic Brian Slattery and Captain TomFerguson stand next to a sign thanking their community for its support.

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www.burninstitute.orgAddress Service Requested

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Paul G. Nieto

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Paul Dawson, Fire Marshal (ret.)

Dolores Juditz

Tom AddisAllan W. Arendsee

Jim BolandChief Jeff Bowman

Captain Angelo CapposDee Dee Castro

Chief Kevin CrawfordTheodore S. Drcar, Esq.

Jim HansenDavid B. Hoyt, M.D., FACS.

Victor Jaime, Ph.D.Chief Kenneth J. Miller II (ret.)

Thomas OsvoldMichael Pierschbacher, Ph.D.

Chief Roger Purdie (ret.)Chris SaundersChris Seistrup

Chief Mitch Villalpando

Chairman of the Board

President

Vice PresidentChief Financial Officer

Vice PresidentDevelopment

Vice President Program

Secretary

Board Members

James A. Floros

Rosella Aplin

Fernando Felix

Aida Flores

Kathleen Frampton

Art Garcia

Mary La Russa

Vicki Schoonderwoerd

Darlene Snow

Liz Sorenson

Donna Zimmerly

BOARD OF DIRECTORS

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Keep Your Little Goblins Safe FromFire & Burns This Halloween!

Executive Director

Director of Communications

Director of Program Services

Community Outreach Specialist

Director of Volunteer Services

Community Outreach Specialist (Imperial Valley)

Executive Assistant

Office Manager

Special Events Coordinator

Burn Survivor Support Coordinator

Director of Development

Member Agency of Combined Health Agencies (San Diego County);United Way (Imperial County); Combined Federal Campaign (San Diego / #5581 and Imperial counties / #7024)

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The Burn Institute is a nonprofit health agency dedicated toreducing the number of burn injuries and deaths in San Diego,Imperial, Riverside and San Bernardino counties through fireand burn prevention education, burn care research andtreatment, and burn survivor support services.

On Sunday, October 31, thousands of localchildren will be trick-or-treating in celebrationof Halloween. However, there are many fireand burn hazards lurking around which couldpotentially ruin this bewitching holiday.

Below are some fire and burn safety tips:

• Wear only flame-resistant/flame-retardant costumes.

• Instead of illuminating your pumpkin with a candle, use a small inexpensive flashlight instead.

• Keep exits clear of decorations, and make sure there is nothingblocking your home fire escape routes.

• Use flashlights as alternatives to candles or torch lights when when decorating walkways and yards - they are much safer for trick-or-treaters, whose costumes could brush against the lighting.

• NEVER use an open flame inside a paper luminary bag.

• Instruct children to stay away from open flames and teach them how to STOP, DROP, ROLL, COOL & CALL 9-1-1.