Mia Dalene Marcum-McCoy is more than a survivor. The author, mother of two, philanthropist and renowned raw food chef is also an individual living with a traumatic brain injury. And while by definition, she “survived” some challenging experiences and events, she took her healing and life path on an unexpected but extraordinary journey. She learned (more…)
Mark your calendars, Puget Sounders! Exciting roller derby action comes to town this Saturday night and the evening is guaranteed to be the very BEST! The Brain Energy Support Team (BEST) is thrilled and honored to join our community partner, the JBLM Bettie Brigade, an all-female, nonprofit, roller derby team from our very own local (more…)
The Brain Energy Support Team (BEST) was in the news! BEST was recognized in the City of University Place Headlines (the official city newspaper publication) for our role in the community letter writing/care package campaign late last year to honor the courage and sacrifice of servicemembers in the 16th Combat Aviation Brigade from Joint Base Lewis-McChord (JBLM), (more…)
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…)
