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Survivor Heidi Cave Inspires Hope in Tragedy
On June 12, 1998, Heidi
Cave was struck by a reckless driver while driving near her
childhood home in Abbotsford , British Columbia . She was 23 years
old. The impact was so severe, that the car tumbled into a ravine,
caught fire and killed her best friend sitting in the passenger
seat. Fuel leaking from the engine caused the overturned car to
catch on fire - with Heidi trapped in it.
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Heidi,
who was burned over 52 percent of her body, endured 20 surgeries
and ultimately had both legs amputated below
her knees. She spent two weeks in a coma in Vancouver 's Burn
and Plastic Surgery Unit, another seven months at the British
Columbia Professional Firefighters' Burn Clinic and six months
at the G.F. Strong Rehabilitation Clinic recovering.
Today, Heidi is a wife and mother. Her life does not revolve
around the accident; rather, she shares her story to inspire
others to renew their hopes.
Listen to Heidi address the IAFF Convention
Delegates at the IAFF 48th Biennial Convention in Toronto,
Ontario.
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Connect With Other
Survivors
For
the past 30 years, the
Phoenix Society for Burn Survivors has been dedicated to empowering
everyone affected by a burn injury through peer support, education
and advocacy.
They
understand the importance of connecting with others who have had
a similar experience and can assist in the healing process. They
provide a secure section on their Web site that allows you to share
your story and
create a network of support.
World Burn Congress
The
World Burn Congress, a program of the Phoenix Society for Burn Survivors,
brings together over 700 burn survivors, their families, caregivers,
burn care professionals and fire fighters from around the world.
The Congress provides an international forum to encourage and facilitate
an exchange of knowledge and support within the burn community.
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IAFF Burn Foundation Store. A portion of all proceeds benefit
the IAFF Burn Foundation.
Upcoming
Events
IAFF 2008 Convention
August 10-15, 2008 - Las Vegas, NV
IAFF National Children's Burn Camp
September 27 - October 3, 2008
Washington, DC
Marine Corps Marathon
October 26, 2008 - Washington, DC
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