Brain Injury and Coping with the July 4th Holiday

Fireworks are deeply rooted in the celebration of the July Fourth holiday in the United States. For many people with traumatic brain injury (especially if it is coupled with Post-Traumatic Stress Disorder-PTSD, epilepsy/seizures or sensory issues), fireworks are challenging to cope with. Here are some of our favorite tips and strategies for coping with fireworks during the upcoming holiday: Here’s (more…)

Important Hours Changes: Our BEST Space and the Superhero Shoppe

Hours Change:   Before, on and just after the July 4th holiday, fireworks pose challenges for many of us with brain injuries; for many, the comfort of home around this time is best. With feedback from our beloved BESTies and volunteers, Our BEST Space and the Superhero Shoppe will be closed from July 1st-July 8th. We’ll resume our BEST (more…)

Important Hours Change: Our BEST Space Closed July 1-8, 2019

Hours Change:  Before, on and just after the July 4th holiday, fireworks pose challenges for many of us with brain injuries; for many, the comfort of home around this time is best. With feedback from our beloved BESTies and volunteers, Our BEST Space and the Superhero Shoppe will be closed from July 1st-July 8th. We’ll (more…)