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29TH ANNUAL PHOENIX WORLD BURN CONGRESS 2017 REGISTRATION BROCHURE

Sheraton Dallas Hotel | Dallas, TXOctober 4-7, 2017

www.phoenix-society.org

2017 Phoenix World Burn Congress

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Location HighlightsDallas delivers all the excitement and conveniences of a big city, but without the big city hassles. Whether you’re a history buff, an architect-aficionado, a foodie, an art lover, a sports fan, a cowboy at heart, or love to shop-til-you-drop, Dallas has something for everyone.

Located in the northwest corridor of Downtown Dallas, the West End Historic District is where you’ll find attractions like The Sixth Floor Museum at the Dealey Plaza – the site of President John F. Kennedy’s assassination and one of the most visited spots in Downtown Dallas. West End is also where you will find authentic shops like Wild Bill’s Western Store, while the several blocks of rehabbed brick warehouses host a selection of restaurants and bars. Here you will find one of the top-rated Texas steakhouses, the famous Palm Restaurant, known also for its traditional Italian fare.

Due north is the 68-acre, 19-block Dallas Arts District, the largest contiguous urban arts district in the nation, boasts world-class museums, theaters and other venues hosting star-studded performances in music, dance, theater and more. Have a moment of serenity among celebrated sculpture at the Nasher Sculpture Center, or admire art for free at the Dallas Museum of Art or Crow

Collection of Asian Art. From performing arts at the AT&T Performance Arts Center, striking beauty in sight and sound at the Winspear Opera House or a magnificent performance from Dallas Black Dance Theater, there’s no shortage of visual and performing arts to enjoy.

Klyde Warren Park, a 5.2-acre urban green space in the middle of the bustling downtown district is the perfect place to enjoy the nearly year-round warm weather. Try one of the rotating food trucks, stop by for a custom cocktail at Savor Gastropub, or on the other side of the park is Stampede 66, an ideal place to taste a haute-creative version of Texas cuisine.

You can also see Dallas from a bird’s eye view at Reunion Tower GeO-Deck. The observation deck – 460 feet in the sky – includes an outdoor walkway and Halo, a hands-on digital screen system that gives you the inside scoop on Dallas’ most famous landmarks and events.

Conference HotelSheraton Dallas Hotel400 North Olive StreetDallas, TX 75201Phone: (214) 922-8000

Amy Acton Stephanie Farquhar Angie Gregg

PHOENIX UBELONG PLANNING COMMITTEEChristen Bradbury Erin Carpenter Kelly Clark Cheryl Dahling

PHOENIX WBC 2017 PLANNING COMMITTEE

Randall GoodwinJessica IrvenDonna McCartney

Amar Patel Nicole PerryPam Peterson

Kerri HansonJamie Heffernan Jessica Irven

Heather DomenickLinda GarciaGrace Goodwin

Rebecca ParmenterNicole PerryKimberly Roaten

Angela SeitzJeremy SmithMarkelle Springsteen

Kelly Randsell Audrey ScottMegan Tinney

Mike Williams



2017 Tellepsen ChallengePHOENIX UBELONG PLANNING COMMITTEE

Phoenix Society provides a supportive community empowering everyone affected by a burn injury to live the fullest life possible. Since 1977, we have championed the needs of burn survivors and their families as the only national organization providing the support and resources needed to thrive again.

While we offer many programs and resources, Phoenix World Burn Congress is our largest program. It brings together nearly 1,000 burn survivors, their families, medical professionals, and fire service for educational programming, training, support groups and resources each year. We look forward to having you join us in Dallas!

To support our vision, the Phoenix Society kicked off our Never Alone capacity campaign. We have set an ambitious goal of raising $6 million by the end of 2017, specifically to support those strategic initiatives that will enable us to make our vision a reality and serve more survivors than ever before. We are grateful to these initial donors of the Never Alone Capacity Campaign—partners whose generosity honors our history and supports our vision of tomorrow:

Phoenix donor and burn survivor, Howard Tellepsen, has established the 2017 Tellepsen Challenge to double the impact of gifts made to the Phoenix Society in 2017. All annual charitable gifts up to $10,000 made in 2017 will be matched.

Contact Rachel Webster, Annual Development Manager, at (800) 888-2876 or email at [email protected] with any questions.

National Fire Protection Association

Tony Gonzalez in Memory of Ernest & Marjorie Gonzalez

Tellepsen Family

Mitch and Aimee Dryer

Spiegel Burn Foundation

Keith Mardak

The Everett Family

Horan Family Charitable Fund

Karen Colligan

Fifth Commandment Fund, Dr. G. Mark and Sandra Cramolini

Sarah and Joseph Bazey in Memory of Leonard and Betty Wojtowicz

Dr. and Mrs. Victor and Jamie Joe Daryl and Sandy Phillips

Anonymous Don & Carol Cheley

in Honor of Marion Doctor

Campers of Cheley Colorado Camps Jill Sproul and Kevin Cook

Karen Badger Lorraine Carli

Dr. and Mrs. Amar Patel Peg Paul

Anthony F. Burke and Stacey Loen-Burke Mike Williams Anonymous



FEATURED SPEAKERS & PRESENTATIONSBEYOND THE BURNSMANNY GONZALEZ, USMC (RET)

DO IT WELL. MAKE IT FUN. THE KEY TO SUCCESS IN LIFE, DEATH, AND ALMOST EVERYTHING IN BETWEENRON CULBERSON, MSW, CSP, CPAE

STRESS AND HEALING: AN UNLIKELY PARTNERSHIP KAREN COLLIGAN

Growing up, he always knew he wanted to follow in his father and grandfather’s footsteps and serve our Nation. As a United States Marine, Manny Gonzalez was fulfilling that dream. On July 18, 1996, that all changed. A combat exercise went horribly wrong when a fire broke out from training grenades used to simulate chemical warfare. After a failed attempt to fight the fire, chaos ensued as everyone ran to safety. Manny saw there was a Marine down and went into the line of fire, forever changing his life, and saving another.

Manny’s struggle went beyond just surviving the burns. Medically retired at the young age of 22, he struggled to find his place in the world around him. His story is of perseverance and strength of mind, tackling the challenges of young adulthood, in addition to discovering his identity as a burn survivor. He has opened up about his experiences with various audiences to demonstrate that one’s tragedy does not mean you cannot go on living. The courage to be himself above all else found him true love and a family he never imagined possible. Manny’s story is not just of being a burn survivor, but of living a life beyond the burns.

Do it Well, Make it Fun. is about personal and professional development. This hilarious presentation shows attendees how excellence combined with fun and humor can decrease stress, improve relationships, and lead to a successful work experience and more fulfilling life.

With a master’s degree in social work, Ron Culberson spent the first part of his career working in a large hospice organization as a clinical social worker, middle manager, and senior leader. As a speaker, humorist, and author of Do it Well. Make it Fun. The Key to Success in Life, Death, and Almost Everything in Between, his mission is to change the workplace culture so that organizations are more productive and staff are more content. He was the 2012-2013 president of the National Speakers Association and is a recognized expert on the benefits of humor and laughter.

Let’s face it, we all experience stress. Especially in the aftermath of a traumatic event. When stressed, most of us try to either manage it, deny it, overcome it or just live with it. But here’s a thought. What if, instead, we learn to USE that stress to motivate healing and to find a way forward?

Karen Colligan, who suffered burn injuries at the age of two, will share about the different types of stress, and how by increasing self-awareness of our stress triggers and behaviors we can use stress to our benefit. She’ll explain how, based on our personality, stress may impact us differently, and will provide actionable ideas that you can implement immediately to embrace stress and accelerate your journey toward healing.

Karen is a recognized expert in leadership, team effectiveness and organizational development. She is founder and principal of PeopleThink, an organizational development firm, and author of The Get Real Guide to Your Career, and The AdviseHERy Board. Karen’s work centers around helping people discover their true potential and turn possibilities into reality. Karen earned her BS in Organizational Behavior from the University of San Francisco.



Pre-Congress WorkshopsOCTOBER 4, 2017 | 2:00–5:00pm

DARING TO BE BRAVE: GATHERING THE COURAGE TO LIVE AND LOVE WHOLEHEARTEDLY DIANNE MORRIS JONES, LMHC, CDWF-C

FACING THE FUTURE…THE TOOLS AND STEPS TO SOCIAL CONFIDENCE AND CONTROL BARBARA KAMMERER QUAYLE, MA; MONA KREUGER, MA, MSW; TONY GONZALEZ

PASSION BUILDS PARTHENONS: HOW TO BUILD CONNECTIONS THAT LAST!ELLIOTT KRONENFELD, LICSW, CST

We never know what life experience will bring us to a deeper understanding of the journey we are on and how our relationships are impacted. Elliott found his awakening half way around the world. Under the Aegean sun, Elliott had a transformational experience that set him on a path of change that has driven personal, professional and spiritual development. This experience created a deep understanding of relationship based in curiosity and has fueled an intentional drive to create something long lasting... something with real meaning. Elliott has taken this transformation and used it to look at how to incorporate passion, intention and curiosity in relationships and connections.

By attending this presentation, listeners will be encouraged tap into their personal passion and take an assessment of their relationship goals and how they would like to connect to with others. Participants will learn the importance of curiosity and intention as strategic relationship tools.

Elliott comes to his work as a clinical social worker and certified sex therapist with a passion to help others find their long-lasting happiness. Based on his training as a practitioner of the 4-Dimensional approach to sex and intimacy, He takes a holistic approach to the human experience. Elliott is the founder of Insight Brookline Psychotherapy—one of Boston’s largest psychotherapy practices, and the cofounder of Colibri Integrative Group —a training and education group for clinicians. His new book Couples by Intention: Creating and Growing Intimacy is due out this year.

The workshop will be drawing from the work of The Daring Way™, the curriculum developed by Dr. Brené Brown created with the primary focus on developing shame resilience skills and a courage practice of wholehearted living that transforms the way we live, love, parent, and lead. We will discuss ideas about the courage it takes to engage in the tough arenas of life. We all experience challenges whether in our life and in our relationships. This workshop will explore how to bravely enter the arena with courage, compassion and connection. The workshop will be led by Dianne Morris Jones, a Certified Daring Way™ Facilitator-Consultant, therapist and author of Stop Breathe Believe, Mindful Living One Thought at a Time and I’m Fine, a real feelings journal.

This power-packed workshop provides the “tools” for survivors and families to get back to living after a burn injury. It enables YOU to successfully feel comfortable and confident in any social, work, or school setting. You will learn common sense, specific, and smart ways to confidently manage stares, startled glances, abrupt questions, and whispers from three burn survivors who use these tools in their daily lives. This workshop is designed for survivors, family, friends, and burn care professionals. Everyone leaves with crucial, easy-to-use tools to build REAL social control, social comfort, and social competence!



RESEARCH, ADVOCACY, AND THE PHOENIX SOCIETYMODERATED BY: AMY ACTON RN, BSN AND RADHA HOLAVANAHALLI, PHD PANELISTS TO INCLUDE: CRAIG CRANDALL, PHD; PHALA HELM, PHD; LEWIS KAZIS, PHD; CATE MILLER, PHD; AND STEPHEN T. WEGENER, PHD, ABPP

What are the impacts of life after burn injury? What are the best supports and resources, and how can we continue to improve these? Join Moderators Amy Acton and Dr. Radha along with a team of experts as we review key milestones in the trends of burn care, research, and advocacy—and help shape the future.

This session will include what we have learned from recent advocacy and research efforts supported by Phoenix Society members on living with a burn, including: the life impacts of burn injury, social reintegration, physical impacts of injury including temperature regulation for burn survivors’ active living and exercise, chronic pain and itching- along with other long-term outcomes. We’ll discuss goals of government funding and advocacy to inform current practice and future research.

So what’s next? Help us shape the future of thriving after burn injury!

We ask that you kindly commit to all portions of the workshop:• Wednesday 8:45-5:00pm (includes

offsite trip, must be present for entire time)

• Thursday 5:15-6:30pm Support Group• Friday 2-3:30pm Discussion Group• Saturday 10-11am Workshop closing

activity (informal meetups will be arranged for general sessions, meals, etc., too!)

Do you have a story the world needs to hear? Have you tried to write it but felt stuck in the process? This interactive workshop provides seven “steps” for survivors to develop their personal story. It will enable YOU to successfully make sure your story is clear to you. This will allow you to give your future reading audience a chance to learn. Participants will also learn critical fundamentals for developing a story such as what part of your story should you share, where you should start, who your audience is, and much more.

This workshop is designed for survivors, family, friends, and burn care professionals. A personal story comes from the heart and speaks to the heart. Participants will leave with clarity and creative tools to craft their personal story. Everyone has a story to tell and that story will sell!

DEVELOPING YOUR PERSONAL STORYJUSTINA PAGE

YOUNG ADULT WORKSHOP: UNLOCK THE CLUES TO YOUR OWN PATHJESSICA IRVEN, MS, CCLS, LRT/CTRS, DOUGLASS CLAPP, RN, BSN

What’s trapping you? Preventing you from moving beyond your current setting?

Do you know how to find the answers within yourself?

As a young adult there can be many challenges, obstacles, and locked doors that can seem to be in your way. Join us for the Young Adult Workshop as we explore Dallas, Texas and work together as we find the clues to unlocking our own wisdom within ourselves.

In this combination of friendship and self-exploration experiences, we’ll realign our thought patterns and identify helpful resources and strengths to make our own vision and journey work together. We will be challenging our participants to work as a group during our visit to one of Dallas’ challenging Escape Rooms, and see if we can identify the clues as a team.

Alternate routes and doors can be found if you can see what’s inside you and those around you. Join us to better understand the power of the young adult community as we see what we can be.



WELLNESS CENTEROPEN HOUSE WEDNESDAY EVENING DAILY PROGRAMMING THURSDAY - SATURDAYStop in, get information, and participate in a program from our Wellness Center!Vinyasa (gentle) flow yoga will be offered each morning. Both chair and mat yoga available. Dress comfortably, all levels welcome!

Join us during open house hours during the Kick Off event and throughout the week at our table in the registration area where there will be information available on alternative and integrative wellness programs. There will also be specific programming offered on:

• Zumba – will be offered each morning after yoga. Dress comfortably, program can be modified to your comfort level.

• Self-Myofascial Scar Release – helps mobilize the skin to get it “unstuck” from the underlying tissue, allowing more and easier movement.

• Healing Contact – family members/friends will learn a hands-on, gentle, compassionate treatment for the burn survivor, providing the survivor AND the caregiver a healing opportunity.

• iRest Guided Meditation - an innovative and proven effective program using deep relaxation techniques to overcome trauma, help heal and manage symptoms such as anxiety, insomnia, depression and pain.

• Tapping - A healing tool that can provide impressive results for physical, emotional, and performance issues by tapping on acupuncture meridian points with your fingertips while mentally “tuning in” to the specific issue to “clear” it out of the body.

• Craniosacral Therapy - A gentle, light-touch treatment technique that works with the central nervous system to treat the effects that trauma has on your nervous system. It helps to calm the “fight or flight” response and restore normalcy to your whole body.

• Massage Therapy - Provided by licensed massage therapists

A burn injury has a profound impact on families psychologically, socially and physically. Learning from experts in the field of burn and family centered care and also connecting to other families can provide new tools, insight and perspective. The following family-focused workshops are open to all conference attendees and have been designed to meet the specific needs of parents and families navigating through the journey of burn recovery:

• THURSDAY, OCTOBER 5, 2017 3:00pm – 5:00pm Parent Panel: The Power of Empowerment Panelists Lisa Donovan and James and Justina Page share their

experiences of how a burn injury has impacted their families and how they have been able to use empowerment as a tool to support their children. Small support groups and an expressive activity will be incorporated in this workshop.

• FRIDAY, OCTOBER 6, 2017 2:00pm – 3:30pm Lessons From the Table: Tips and Tools for Families

Build connections with other family members impacted by a burn injury at this facilitated support workshop.

• SATURDAY, OCTOBER 7, 2017 10:15am – 11:30am Families Healing Together – Family Centered Open Mic

PARENT WORKSHOPS FACILITATED BY: BRAD JACKSON, PHD, CARLA OLIVER, MSW, CCLS, KRISTEN QUINN, CMHC, CCLS



WALK OF REMEMBRANCEWEDNESDAY, OCTOBER 4 | 6:00PM The conference begins with a “Walk of Remembrance” from the Sheraton Dallas Hotel to the Main Street Garden Park to honor those who have died from their burn injuries and to offer a time to remember our own losses related to burn injuries. It is important to remember our losses so we can reconnect with life and continue to heal-which is the goal for the next few days.

Firefighters and Volunteers will be escorting attendees along the walk route on this symbolic opening of the 29th Annual Phoenix World Burn Congress. The Walk of Remembrance will also serve to remind the general public that burn care and prevention are critical.

We will leave the hotel staging area at 6:00pm. After the remembrance walk we will return to the Sheraton Dallas Hotel for the kick-off reception starting at 7:30pm. Casual dress and comfortable shoes encouraged.

PHOENIX WBC KICK-OFFWEDNESDAY, OCTOBER 4 | 7:30–10:00PMWhat a way to start Phoenix WBC! This casual light-fare event provides the perfect opportunity to reunite with old friends and make some new ones. The fun will be held at the Sheraton Dallas Conference Center. Entertainment will be provided.

ANNUAL EVENTS

CLOSING BANQUETSATURDAY, OCTOBER 7 | 6:00PM–MIDNIGHT Howdy Y’all! Come kick up your boots and celebrate with us at the closing banquet! A Texas sized party with fun-filled friendship, dinner, closing remarks, and of course – dancing to the tunes provided by everyone’s favorite DJ, Jeff Pelchat. Grab your partner and come on down in your finest attire or comfy casuals. A cash bar will be provided. See Y’all there!

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PHOENIX WBC’S GOT TALENTFRIDAY, OCTOBER 6 | 7:30–9:30PMWe invite you to participate in this fun-filled, family-friendly event in which you can showcase your talent.

GENERAL INFORMATION• This is not a competition. There are no prizes or awards, just good clean fun.• Performance times are limited to a MAXIMUM of 3 minutes to allow time for all performances.• There are 20 time slots only, so please register early either online at www.phoenix-society.org/wbc-reg

and sign up under the Talent Show section prior to the conference or at the sign up table during registration hours on Wednesday and Thursday.



REGISTRATION INFORMATIONTo register, use the enclosed registration form or visit www.phoenix-society.org/wbc-reg. Early registration is strongly recommended. Save $100 when your registration form with payment is postmarked or faxed to the Phoenix Society no later than September 6, 2017.

Registration fee includes the following: • Wednesday evening’s kick-off event • Saturday evening’s closing banquet • One breakfast, One coffee break

Registration cancellation must be made in writing to the Phoenix Society. An administrative fee of $35 will be charged for cancellations. No refunds will be given for cancellations made after September 6, 2017.

ONSITE REGISTRATION/INFORMATION HOURSWednesday 10:00 am–6:30 pm Friday 8:00 am–5:00 pm Thursday 8:00 am–5:00 pm Saturday 8:00 am–12:00 pm

LIMITED PHOENIX WBC SCHOLARSHIPS AVAILABLEThe Phoenix World Burn Congress George Pessotti Scholarship Fund, supported by generous individuals and businesses, allows the Phoenix Society to offer limited scholarship assistance to help individuals and families attend Phoenix World Burn Congress. This program is designed to offer aid in attending the conference and is not intended to cover all financial costs incurred. It is our goal to partner with you to help make the Phoenix World Burn Congress experience possible.

Application deadline is July 1, 2017To complete your application and learn more about the Phoenix World Burn Congress George Pessotti Scholarship Fund visit http://www.phoenix-society.org/wbc/attendee-scholarships.

TRANSPORTATIONProvided by: Dallas Fire and Rescue Department and DFW Airport Department of Public Safety Fire Service

The Dallas Fire and Rescue Department and DFW Airport Department of Public Safety Fire Service along with many others have volunteered their time to assist the Phoenix Society and you with your transportation needs upon arrival in Dallas, TX. Uniformed firefighters will provide complimentary shuttle service from DFW International Airport and Dallas Love Field to the Sheraton Dallas Hotel. After Phoenix World Burn Congress has concluded, the firefighters and volunteers will also shuttle you back to these locations.

SHUTTLE TO Sheraton Dallas Hotel Tuesday, October 3, 2017, 10 am – 9 pm Wednesday, October 4, 2017, 9 am – 9 pm

SHUTTLE FROM Sheraton Dallas Hotel Sunday, October 8, 2017, 4:30 am – 3 pm

In order for the fire service and volunteers to assist with your transportation needs, you must fill out the transportation form found at: www.phoenix-society.org/travelinfo. Even if you do not need assistance, please let us know, “I DO NOT NEED ASSISTANCE”. The form is to be completed by September 22, 2017. Infants & Toddlers – If you are traveling with babies or children who require a car seat or booster seat, refer to the Transportation Section on the Phoenix Society’s World Burn Congress website for more information on travel requirements. Car seats and booster seats are not provided.

Special Assistance – if you, or anyone you are traveling with, requires a wheelchair, scooter, crutches or canes for mobility assistance, please let us know so we can have the appropriate van available for your transportation. The Phoenix Society does not supply wheelchairs, scooters, crutches or canes so please remember to bring them with you.

OTHER TRANSPORTATION OPTIONS AVAILABLE TO Dallas, TXIf you travel to or from Dallas Love Field, here are several options you can explore:

Airport Shuttle ServicesThe following Shuttle services are provided at Dallas Love Field:

City Shuttle, LLC (888) 760-1998Super Shuttle (800) 258-3826Go Yellow Checker Shuttle (214) 841-1900

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CHILDCARE SERVICESThe Phoenix Society is unable to offer contracted onsite, conference-specific childcare services this year. If you are traveling with young children and need childcare services, there may be local drop-in childcare options available in the Dallas area. Please contact Nicole Perry at [email protected] for more information.

CONTACT HOURSFor information about nursing contact hours, please contact Pam Peterson at the Phoenix Society at (800) 888-2876 or via email at [email protected].

ADA ACCOMMODATIONSIf you require ADA accommodations, please contact Pam Peterson at (800) 888-2876 or via e-mail at [email protected] by August 25, 2017.

Taxi Cab ServiceTerminal 2 (all airlines). Taxi Cab service is provided on the lower level of the terminal.

Sheraton Dallas Estimates Taxi Fare at $20-30 USD, plus tip

Public TransportationThe city’s public transportation is provided by Dallas Area Rapid Transit (DART). For customer information, contact DART at (214) 979-1111. Visit DART’s website: http://www.dart.org/riding/lovefield.asp. To get to the DART Bus stop at Dallas Love Field, follow the signs to the lower level for Ground Transportation. The Orange Line will take you to the Sheraton Dallas Hotel. The closest DART stop is just across the street from the hotel at Bryan and Pearl streets. A daily pass is $5 USD, a 2 hour pass is $2.50 USD.

If you travel to or from DFW International Airport, here are several options you can explore:Airport Shuttles The following Shuttle services are authorized at DFW Airport:

City Shuttle, LLC (214) 760-1998 Go Yellow Checker Shuttle (214) 841-1900 SuperShuttle DFW, Inc. (972) 456-3128

Taxi Cab ServiceTaxi service is available on the upper level of Terminals A, B, C and E, and on the lower level of Terminal D. An Airport Guest Assistant is available at taxi stands between 8:00 AM and midnight. After hours service can be scheduled by calling 972-973-4062. A downloadable list of taxi cabs servicing DFW can be found on their website at: https://www.dfwairport.com/transport/index.php.

Sheraton Dallas Estimates Taxi Fare at $50-60 USD, plus tip.

Public TransportationThe city’s public transportation is provided by Dallas Area Rapid Transit (DART). For customer information, contact DART at (214) 979-1111. Visit DART’s website: http://www.dart.org/riding/dfwairport.asp. A daily pass is $5 USD, a 2-hour pass is $2.50 USD.

Exit your Terminal and proceed to lower level A10. If you arrived at Terminal B, C, D or E, ride the Terminal Link Shuttle to Terminal A and proceed to the DFW Airport Station. The Orange Line will take you to the Sheraton Dallas Hotel. The closest DART stop is just across the street from the hotel at Bryan and Pearl streets.

Flight Travel Online BookingThe Phoenix Society is excited to provide our Phoenix WBC attendees an online travel booking tool! This online tool

makes arranging your airline travel and car rental needs easier by: · Searching all available options through just one system – no more searching multiple websites, airlines, or discount

sites. This tool compares all available rates based upon your travel preferences.· Retrieving airfare based upon lowest available fare, schedules, or preferred airlines including Southwest, Jet Blue,

and Air Tran. · Providing available discounted airline rates to our members.

Access this easy booking tool at www.atcmeetings.com/psbs and click in the “Member” section to get started.

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PHOENIX UBELONG YOUTH AND TEEN: We welcome 7 to 17-year-old burn survivors, siblings and children of survivors to participate in

the Phoenix UBelong Youth and Teen Program. This purposefully structured, three-day program runs concurrently to the general Congress and offers an age-appropriate, supportive atmosphere for youth and teens.

UBELONG YOUTH AND TEEN PROGRAM HIGHLIGHTS:Our program theme this year is “Rising Up”, where we will encourage and guide each group to

explore self-advocacy, team building, and community interaction. • Youth and Teen Tracks – The program is divided into two tracks: the youth track (ages 7-12)

and the teen track (ages 13-17). Within each track, participants will be divided into smaller groups with other attendees their age to learn reintegration skills such as addressing stares, answering questions, dealing with bullying/teasing, and also discuss common concerns relative to their age. Our teen track participants will have a special focus on leadership, mentorship and service to others.

• Large group connections – Thursday and Friday we will begin our day as a large group participating in Zumba. We will also have the opportunity to develop a “code of living” as a group, intended to foster feelings of safety and support within the program. Our time together in the large group will provide a sense of community, connection, mentorship, and therapeutic expression.

• Special activities – Our main focus of this year’s sessions will be on team building, which is a simple but important skill that we use throughout our lives! Being able to collaborate as a team member encourages us to raise our voices to express our ideas, helps us consider multiple perspectives, allows us to experiment with leadership roles, and urges us to support others as they develop these skills. The youth track will work on these skills on site with a special visiting group and the teen track will go off site to “Group Dynamix” (http://groupdynamix.com/) experience their teambuilding abilities.

• Mentorship – An annual, favorite activity of our oldest two teen groups is receiving a visit from UBelong Young Adult program participants who share stories of healing and “growing up” and then accompany our 16 and 17 year old’s to open mic.

Requirements for the Phoenix UBelong Youth and Teen Program:• To be eligible to attend, children must be between the ages of 7-17 at the beginning of the Fall

2017 school year, and must have either personally experienced a burn injury, or have been affected by a burn injury of a member of their immediate family.

• Parents or guardians are required to be registered for Phoenix World Burn Congress and to sign their child in and out of the Phoenix UBelong program each day using a photo ID. UBelong Youth and Teen runs from morning until afternoon; parents will be given designated pick up and drop off times specific to each day of the program.

• To allow for the best experience, we ask that you commit your child’s participation each day and for the full program length. Age-appropriate lunch and snacks are provided to participants daily.

To get the most out of these experiences, participants must:• Be able to withstand 5-7 hours of programming that involve some periods of physical activity• Be able to adjust to new people, new places, and new things• Have the ability to separate from parents for several hours• Be able to follow directions from program staff• Be able to cooperate with other participants in his or her age group

HOW TO SIGN UPPre-register each child individually on the Phoenix WBC registration form – regular registration

fees apply. A Phoenix Society representative with contact you to confirm your child’s registration; additional registration forms will be required. Space is limited, please register in advance.

Phoenix UBelong YOUNG ADULT: ages 18-25Young adults are invited to attend a multi-session workshop that explores living life to the fullest by taking charge and being in control of their own lives. Connections with other young adults are a favorite part of this workshop year after year. Please note, an additional workshop fee is required and includes a full day of programming Wednesday. See page 6 for more detailed information.

Phoenix UBelong PARENTS: Special parent/family-focused workshops will be held during the general conference that are designed to help parents/guardians address the impact a burn injury has on the family. For more information about parent/family workshops, see page 7.

For more information about the Phoenix UBelong program contact Nicole Perry at [email protected]

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ScheduleWednesday, October 4 10:00 am–6:30 pm Registration8:45 am–5:00 pm Young Adults: Unlock the Clues to Your Own Path (Pre-registration required; space is limited. $35 fee)

As a young adult there can be many challenges, obstacles, and locked doors that can seem to be in your way. Join us for the Young Adult Workshop as we explore Dallas and work together to find the clues to unlocking wisdom within ourselves. (see page 6)

2:00 pm–5:00 pm Pre-Congress Workshops See descriptions on pages 5 & 6. (Pre-registration required; space is limited. $35 fee)

• Facing the Future...The Tools and STEPS to Social Confidence and Control • Daring to be Brave: Gathering the Courage to Live and Love Wholeheartedly • Research, Advocacy and the Phoenix Society • Developing Your Personal Story

6:00 pm–7:30 pm Walk of Remembrance See page 8.

7:30 pm–10:00 pm Kick-off event light fare and entertainment Sheraton Dallas Conference Center–Grand Hall

Wellness Center Open House and Exhibitor Booths Open

Thursday, October 5 7:00 am–7:45 am YOGA – Wellness Center 8:00 am–8:45 am Zumba – Wellness Center8:00 am–5:00 pm Registration9:00 am–10:10 am Opening Ceremonies10:10 am–10:30 am Break10:15 am–5:15 pm Phoenix UBelong (See page 11 for details.)11:30 am–12:50 pm Lunch (on own)12:00 pm–4:45 pm Wellness Center Programming 1:00 pm–2:15 pm Healing Through Our Stories—Open Mic1:00 pm–4:00 pm Individual Creative Makeup Sessions

Barbara Kammerer Quayle and Associates2:15 pm–3:00 pm Break3:00 pm–5:00 pm Parent Panel: The Power of Empowerment

Carla Oliver, Kristen Quinn, Lisa Donovan, James & Justina Page 3:00 pm–5:00 pm Breakout Sessions

A: Intimacy and Relationships–Elliot Kronenfeld LISCW, CST, Jennifer Harris LICSW B: Getting Back to Living Actively-Adaptive Sports, Recreation, and More–Panel Moderated by

Helen Christianson MOT/L and will include a range of activities C: Burnout in Caregivers (Family and Healthcare)–Led by a team of facilitators. Group will divide into

family caregivers and healthcare providers during session. D: In the Line of Duty: Stories of Those Who Serve–Panel Moderated by Karen Badger PhD, Lionel

Crowther Firefighter/Burn Survivor, Phil Tammaro, Firefighter E: Addiction and Recovery: Understanding the Role of Shame in Perpetuating the Addictive

Process–Megan Bronson PMHCNS-BC and James Bosch, MA5:15 pm–6:30 pm Support Groups 6:45 pm–7:45 pm Friends of Bill W

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Friday, October 6 7:00 am–7:45 am YOGA – Wellness Center 8:00 am–8:45 am Zumba – Wellness Center8:00 am–5:00 pm Registration9:15 am–10:15 am Do it Well. Make it Fun. The Key to Success in Life, Death, and Almost Everything in

Between–Ron Culberson, MSW, CSP, CPAE 10:00 am–4:00 pm Individual Creative Makeup Sessions

Barbara Kammerer Quayle and Associates8:45 am–3:45 pm Phoenix UBelong (See page 11 for details.) 10:30 am–10:45 am Break10:30 am–3:30 pm Wellness Center Programming10:45 am–12:15 pm Healing Through our Stories—Open Mic11:00 am–12:30 pm Aftercare Reintegration Committee – Radha Holavanaholli, PhD and Jill Sproul, RN, MSN12:30 pm–2:00 pm Lunch (on own)2:00 pm–3:30 pm Discussion Groups

A. PTSD B. Ask the Burn Team Experts C. Daring to be Brave D. Young Adults (open to all conference attendees 18 to ~25 years of age) E. Firefighters Only: active, retired, career, volunteer, burn injured, non-burn injured F. Spouses and Family of Burn-Injured Firefighters G. How to Talk to Burn Survivors H. Lessons From the Table: Tips and Tools for Families I. Motivating Change

2:00pm-3:30 pm Special Session Burn Survivor Advocates - Why We Care about Building Codes. Lorraine Carli, VP of Outreach and Advocacy for the National Fire Protection Association 4:00 pm–5:00 pm Friends of Bill W7:30 pm–9:30 pm Talent Show

Saturday, October 7 7:00 am–7:45 am YOGA – Wellness Center 8:00 am–8:45 am Zumba – Wellness Center8:00 am–9:00 am Healthcare Provider Networking Group (during coffee service) 8:00 am–12:00 pm Registration10:00 am Exhibitor Drawing 10:00 am–10:15 am Break10:00 am–11:00 am Young Adult Workshop Closing Session 8:45 am–11:45 am Phoenix UBelong (See page 11 for details.)10:15 am–11:45 am Healing Through Our Stories—Open Mic10:15 am–11:30 am Families Healing Together – Family Centered Open Mic10:15 am–3:15 pm Wellness Center Programming11:45 am–12:00 pm Break12:00 pm–1:00 pm Closing Ceremony – Amy Acton1:00 pm–2:30 pm Lunch (on own)2:30 pm–3:30 pm Friends of Bill W2:30 pm–4:00 pm Support Groups 6:00 pm–Midnight Closing Reception and Banquet—Dinner and Entertainment*


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GOLD SPONSORS

SILVER SPONSORS

DC FIREFIGHTERS BURN FOUNDATION

MÖLNLYCKE

VIKING GROUP INC.

BRONZE SPONSORS

AMERICAN ASSOCIATION OF TISSUE BANKS

CHICAGO FIREFIGHTER UNION BURN FOUNDATION

IN MEMORY OF IRIS MILLER

STARK & STARK

VERICEL CORPORATION

PLATINUM SPONSORS

B U R N F O U N D A T I O NHelping victims become survivors.

Each year hundreds contribute financially, donate items, their time and expertise to make Phoenix World Burn Congress possible. While limited space does not allow us to print

all the names here, we are deeply grateful for your support.

Thank You.

The Tony Gonzalez Family

DIAMOND SPONSORS

This life-changing program would not be possible without financial support from our sponsors. Thank you Sponsors!

* Full registration includes Wednesday’s Opening Reception and Saturday evening’s Closing Banquet , one breakfast and one coffee break.

** Guests of attendees who wish to attend Saturday’s Closing Banquet ONLY, must purchase a $75.00 ticket.

I. Attendee Name/Address (Please print or type.)

Name: ______________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________Last First

Business: ___________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________

Address: ___________________________________________________________________________________ Home or Work? _______________________

City:_____________________________________________________State:_________ZIP:________________ Country: _______________________________

Phone:_____________________________________________________________________________________ Home or Work? _______________________

Email: ______________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________

Please circle: Burn Survivor Family Friend Professional Firefighter Military Other: ___________________________________

First-Time Attendee? Yes_______ No_________ Age: 7-17 18-25 26-39 40-55 56-over Please circle your age so we can help to best meet your program needs in the future.

ADA Accommodations: If you require ADA accommodations, please contact Pam Peterson at (800) 888-2876 or via e-mail at [email protected] by August 25, 2017.

Please describe on your registration form any special needs. (Please be specific): _______________________________________________

La Phoenix Society está considerando ofrecer en español algunas de las Sesiones del Congreso. ¿Utilizaría usted este servicio si estuviera disponible? Sí_____ No_____

II. Phoenix UBelong Pre-Registration (age 7-17 ONLY) (Space in this program is limited)

m Check here if above attendee is pre-registering to attend the Phoenix UBelong program. (See page 11 for details.)

DOB for 7-17 yr old required ____/____/_____

Please be advised this does NOT guarantee registration into the Phoenix UBelong program. Space is limited. Additional registration forms are required.

III. Sponsoring Organization or Individual – Complete only if attendee is sponsored.

Name/Business: ____________________________________________________________________________________________________________________

Address: ___________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________

City:_________________________________________________________ State:__________ZIP:_________________ Country: ________________________

Phone:______________________________________________________ Email: ________________________________________________________________

IV. Registrations FeesFull Registration Options*Registration on or before September 6, 2017 $285.00Registration after September 6, 2017 $385.00

Closing Banquet only** $75.00

REGISTRATION FORM

Optional Half-Day Pre-conference Workshops: $35.00 Pre-registration is required for workshops. Please choose only 1 workshop. m Young Adult Workshop (burn survivors and family members 18-25 only) m Facing the Future...The Tools and STEPS to Social Confidence and

Control m Daring to be Brave: Gathering the Courage to Live and Love

Wholeheartedly m Research, Advocacy and the Phoenix Society m Developing Your Personal Story V. Payment Method

Please make checks payable in U.S. funds to The Phoenix Society.

Please circle: Check VISA MC Discover AmEX

Credit Card Number: ___________________________________________

Exp Date: ______ Signature: _____________________________________

Return this form with payment to: The Phoenix Society1835 RW Berends Dr SW, Grand Rapids, MI 49519

You may also register on our secure website at www.phoenix-society.org/wbc-reg or by faxing your completed form to 616-458-2831 or by calling 1-800-888-2876.

Registration fee includes a nonrefundable processing charge of $35. No refunds for cancellations after September 6, 2017.

Remember! • Registration does not include your hotel

accommodations. • Online hotel reservations are being accepted now at

www.phoenix-society.org/wbc-reg. • To Register by phone, call the Sheraton Dallas Hotel at

(888) 627-8191. Be sure to identify yourself as a WBC attendee.

• The room block is expected to fill quickly, so don’t delay. The cutoff date for reservations is September 6, 2017.


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616.458.2773 | 1.800.888.2876fax: [email protected]

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