Virtual/Call-In Support group is held on the 2nd Monday of every month at 8 pm EST. Special topic Virtual Support Group is also held on various 4th Mondays of the month throughout the year (see schedule below). The group is dedicated for burn survivors and their loved ones. To honor their support needs, we ask that all participants identify within these categories.
All groups meet at 8 pm EST.
The 2nd Monday of every month
2024 Dates: September 9, October 14, November 11, December 9
Additional Mondays through out the year. Stay tuned for more 2024 dates!
October 28 | Topic: The Connection Between Burn Trauma and PTSD with Jenn Harris, MSW, LICSW
Jennifer Harris, MSW, LICSW is Clinical Social Worker/Psychotherapist in trauma informed care working with people impacted by trauma and loss. Jenn was introduced to the burn survivor community and Phoenix Society several years ago when she worked at the Massachusetts General Hospital Burn Unit. For the past five years, Jenn has been in private practice in Boston, MA and has remained involved with the Phoenix Society in support of programs and virtual peer support.
November 25 | Topic: Family Relationships & the Holidays (guest host coming soon!)
January 27 | Topic: Romantic Relationships and Physical Intimacy with Cindy Rutter, RN, BSN, LMFT
At the beginning of each support group, basic ground rules will be shared to create a supportive setting. We also ask that everyone acknowledge understanding that this group is focused on peer support for burn survivors and their loved ones, and is not a substitute for local emotional support.
You must sign-up in order to receive instructions and a weblink for joining the group.
To participate, please review our Virtual Group Safety Agreement and then fill out the form below. On the day of the support group, you will receive an email with the web link and additional instructions for joining.
The group is focused on peer-to-peer support for survivors and loved ones. It is facilitated by staff and emotional support providers connected to Phoenix Society for Burn Survivors. Active participation from Phoenix SOAR (Survivors Offering Assistance in Recovery) trained volunteers will be included, and conversation by all participants will make support grow for all present!
Please contact Phoenix Society at info@phoenix-society.org.