Most child burn victims are covered by emergency Medicaid during their hospitalization, but many families do not have the resources needed to maintain the level of care required once the child goes home. It is extremely important for the affected area to be regularly cleaned and maintained with specialized ointments and properly fitting compression bandages. Due to a child’s rate of growth, specially fitted and measured compression bandages and wound devices must be purchased throughout the entire recovery period.  Additionally, physical rehabilitation helps minimize the limited mobility caused by scarring and many burned children suffer from Post Traumatic Stress Disorder and require counseling. Depending on the severity of the burn trauma, families can face costs of up to $3,500 a year.  The goal of the Burned Children’s Fund is to raise funds to help with the physical and emotional issues that result from devastating burns.  For more information on the Burned Children’s Fund, please contact 358-9860.