Does the US really need fewer disability accessibility legal requirements? A recent article in Disability Scoop highlighted how the U.S. Department of Energy is planning to issue new regulations that would remove accessibility requirements for new construction and construction alterations. These regulations would undermine the impact of Section 504 of the Rehabilitation Act, which was (more…)
One of the things we’ve tried to do over the past 17 years is to celebrate those who have given of themselves to BEST and to our community. We’ve embraced these superheroes as family and shared their stories. We’ve learned from them and become stronger because of them. BEST is better because of the friendships (more…)
It’s the new year. Holidays are done, the cold weather has settled in (in most places), and your daily life is once more packed with things to do, places to go, and people to see. All of that contributes to increased stress. Want to battle the horned demon known as stress? We’re launching our (more…)
This is a beautiful time of year and for many it’s the best time of year. This is a time for family and friends. It’s also a very stressful time of year. Statistically, it’s the most stressful time of the year. So, how do we make time for ourselves, honor our boundaries, and feel more (more…)
Building personal strength, both mentally and physically, is a gradual process that requires consistent effort. There are numerous ways to develop and enhance your strength; physically, mentally, emotionally, and spiritually. Some of the tips we see often. Tips like setting goals (easier said than done) and developing self-discipline (hard when dealing with “squirrel”) often set (more…)
You already know that in 2020 BEST moved all programming to our website, virtual events, and Second Life. At the time we believed we could make a difference by creating a virtual presence to support a neurodivergent community and their caregivers. Our goal in Second Life was to support those with cognitive challenges & differences (more…)
