Happy Friday! Even if you’re not a football fan or specifically a Seahawks fan, these simple questions that Seahawks quarterback Russell Wilson pose rings true for all of us at times when we need that little boost of inspiration, right? It especially holds true for BEST! For those of you who are cheering on the (more…)
In recent days, much community discussion has centered around the future of Joint Base Lewis-McChord (JBLM), our local military base. The draw down of active duty military is coming to fruition in the near future as the result of sequestration from U.S. Congress; substantial forced federal budget cuts are looming and there is no doubt that the military (more…)
At the Brain Energy Support Team (BEST), we are passionate about supporting caregivers and honor their hard work and dedication. Today, we have a special post dedicated just for caregivers. BEST Board Vice President, BEST guest blogger and caregiver, Maggie DePuye-Phillips, is back with her informative and inspirational “Caregiver’s Corner” column. Join Maggie as she offers (more…)
The Brain Energy Support Team (BEST) will host community partner, HeadStrong for Life, mentor training course for brain injury called “Positive Behavior Supports & Conflict Resolution.” The program is designed to train professionals, family members, caregivers,tutors and anyone living or working with individuals with brain injury. This innovative program will be available at the BEST Learning Center on (more…)
At the Brain Energy Support Team (BEST), 2014 was an amazing year and 2015 proves to be just as exciting (if not even more so)! Here’s a special message from BEST Executive Director, Gloria Kraegel to kick off 2015. Our BEST Year! by Gloria Kraegel, BEST Executive Director Happy New Year! So many terrific things (more…)
At the Brain Energy Support Team (BEST), we are not only passionate about supporting the TBI community, we are also dedicated to supporting caregivers, too. Please join BEST this Saturday, January 17 from 1 p.m. to 2:30 p.m. at the BEST Learning Center in University Place, Washington for our monthly caregiver support group. This (more…)
