At the Brain Energy Support Team (BEST), we believe in the power of having conversations. Whether they are conversations about support, advocacy, issues, news or even just to have a little fun, having good conversation in a safe and supportive environment is the key to empowerment, team work, and being and feeling our BEST. Next (more…)
Our quote of the week comes to you a little early and is perfect for summer: “There are few things so pleasant as a picnic eaten in perfect comfort.” –W. Somerset Maugham And speaking of picnics, here’s a great picnic opportunity just for you coming up this weekend, August 17, 2014, from your friends at (more…)
Join BEST & HeadStrong for Our Picnic at Dash Point State Park, Sunday August 17 for BBQ, picnic, and games at the beach! Camping Option Too! FLYERS below! Picnic Starts: Sunday, August 17 12:00 to 3:00 pm S2-Beach Parking Picnic Shelter Dash Point State Park 5700 Dash Point State Park Road Federal Way, WA 98023 (more…)
This story about college basketball payer player, Austin Hatch, is extraordinary. Hatch survived not one, but TWO plane crashes (the second crash caused his brain injury in 2011). Both crashes resulted in the loss of life of multiple family members. Earlier this year, Hatch returned to the basketball court after three years. The video in (more…)
Here’s a link to a powerful article that describes one woman’s exploration into how brain injury can dominate her life; so much so, that it leads to loss of sense of self and overshadows the other life roles she plays. Whether you are an individual with a TBI or a caregiver, do you sometimes feel (more…)
