BEST Takes Part in Community Effort to Support Local Troops

  A heartfelt and handwritten letter of appreciation really means something special; however, it’s extra special when it is going to one of our brave servicemembers deployed overseas. Earlier this year, the city of University Place, Washington,  launched a community effort to write letters of support and appreciation to Joint-Base Lewis-McChord’s (JBLM) 16th Combat Aviation (more…)

A Big Thank YOU and Welcome from BEST!

Over the past weeks, we have been proud to welcome many new folks to our social media pages and blog.  Here at the Brain Energy Support Team (BEST), we consider it a great honor to be a resource for news, information, education, advocacy and support for the brain injury community (and we always like to (more…)

Your Voice Needed: Give Your Feedback on Important Legislation

It is not what we learn in conversation that enriches us. It is the elation that comes of swift contact with tingling currents of thought.  Agnes Repplier, American writer To come together in a safe, comfortable and supportive environment to share ideas and opinions,  is critical to impact change and build community and teamwork. At (more…)

Kicking Off Conversation Week!

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…)

Quote of the Week Early (and With a Twist!)

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…)