Early Announcement: Please note that Our BEST Space will be closed from June 15 through June 21, 2015. We will reopen Monday, June 22 with our regular activity schedule. We will continue to post reminders about this closure in upcoming days. Thanks everyone and have a great day!
We are kicking off the month of June and Monday morning with a very special quote from our special BEST guest of honor this week, Cheryl Green, disabled media artist and filmmaker. Green will be appearing at the BEST Learning Center in University Place, Washington on Friday, June 5, 2015 from 6:30 to 8 p.m. (more…)
For caregivers, connections are critical. While connections to resources, information and various forms of support are important, connecting with other caregivers who share a similar experience is life-changing. That’s what Natasha Pietila was looking for. Twenty-five years ago, when Pietila was baby, her father acquired a brain injury due to a cerebral aneurysm hemorrhage. Her (more…)
We are kicking off our quote of the week and the Our BEST Space weekly schedule announcement today due to the Memorial Day holiday yesterday on Monday. We hope everyone had a nice and relaxing weekend. So without further ado, here we go! Our quote of the week is a simple, yet important reminder that (more…)
The Brain Energy Support Team would like to pay our respects and give our thanks for the sacrifice and service of our brave servicemembers on this poignant holiday. We honor you today (and every day) with great appreciation and remembrance. Finally, as a reminder, Our BEST Space and the BEST Learning Center in University Place, (more…)
Mark your summer calendars, make your plans and start packing your bags! Our 2015 summer camping experiences are back and we think they’ll be the BEST ever.
With the natural beauty and splendor of two stunning locations in Washington State setting the scene, be prepared to be treated to some enriching experiences this summer.
From July 20 to 26, travel to Eastern Washington to gorgeous North Skookum Lake to join other campers for Brain Injury Camp 2015. Now in it’s eighth year of operation, this week-long camping opportunity features engaging activities, workshops, support circles and so much more. Check out this short video to get a little taste of what this camp adventure looks like!
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To get more information about this camp, visit braininjurycamp.org.
In the month of August, we head westward to the BEST Dash Point State Park Camp 2015! This annual camp experience is set in beautiful and iconic Dash Point State Park. The camping experience begins at 2:30 p.m . August 9 and runs through 1 p.m. on August 15. Take in the glorious surroundings while relaxing and enjoying friends. Here’s a video to inspire you!
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For questions or more information about this camp, email BEST at admin@brainenergysupportteam.org.
To add to the fun, BEST Founder and Chief Visionary Officer, Penny Condoll and BEST Executive Director, Gloria Kraegel, will be posting pictures and more throughout their excellent camping adventures. Join the campaign, “Penny and Gloria’s Excellent Adventures 2015” (#PGEA2015) to see the latest and the greatest from the road.
And now for something completely different (and delicious)! Read on.
