Jessica Witherow Licensed Massage Therapist

Today, on the anniversary of the fire, I am Intentionally remembering my beautiful massage office at 17 Mill St. in Naples. To those of you who joined me there, thank you for being a part of that dream even if, like a shooting star it wasn’t meant to last.

My Dear Clients and friends, it’s been 8 months since my first life saving surgery and 9 months since I’ve been physically able to practice massage. I want to update you all, to inform you I’ve just had my 3rd and hopefully last surgery. Now it’s time to focus on healing and rebuilding my body through self care and patience. I still mourn my beautiful office space and sadly I don’t have anything else to share on what comes next. Just know, I still dream of walkin...g in those doors and setting a sanctuary of healing space. Despite the fact that space is now a parking lot I refuse to believe those days are over. I will get back to you at some time, in some place, in Naples. Until then, I wish you all a happy new year full of self care. As before, I’m happy to make references and connections to other therapists in our region upon request. Please know I intend to make good on any gift certificates purchased prior to my illness. I just can’t say when at this time. Love Jessica Witherow LMT See more

The fall is such a good time to let go. I miss my massage practice. Each client, a beautiful leaf nurtured by my branches. But alas, with as much grace as I can muster... I must let go and go with the flow for now.....

***ATTENTION VILLAGE RESIDENTS*** PLEASE JOIN US FOR AN IMPORTANT PUBLIC HEARING ON MONDAY AUGUST 26, at 5:45pm. As many are aware, a recent fire at 102 N. Main St. displaced 3 Families and two businesses. The damage to the structure is severe and constitutes an imminent threat to the safety and welfare of the general public. ... Due to the severity of the damage and the imminent threat, the structure must be demolished. In the face of this unfortunate circumstance, there is potential for a positive outcome for the community through ensuring that a new structure can be built that serves the same purpose as what once was. The Office of Community Renewal has a funding program designed for emergent situations provided that the issue meets very specific criteria. This.... is just such an issue and many steps have been taken to ensure that this issue can qualify for the funding program. Public input is a requirement for potential funding to proceed. Village residents and any other stakeholders in the community are highly encouraged to attend to learn more about the program and offer your input. Please see a copy of the published legal notice below. All the best, Brian. LEGAL NOTICE - Notice of Public Hearing Village of Naples The Village of Naples will hold a public hearing on August 26th, 2019 at 5:45pm. The purpose of the public hearing is for the Village to receive comments on the Imminent Threat to the Village of Naples posed by the recent fire at 102 North Main Street and potential damage to surrounding buildings, and to discuss the possible submission of one or more Community Development Block Grant (CDBG) applications for the 2019 program year. The CDBG program is administered by the New York State Office of Community Renewal (OCR), and will make funding available to eligible local governments for imminent threat activities, with the principal purpose of benefitting low/moderate income persons. The hearing will provide further information about the CDBG program and will allow for citizen participation in the development of any proposed grant applications and/or to provide technical assistance to develop alternate proposals. Comments on the CDBG program or proposed project(s) will be received at this time. The hearing is being conducted pursuant to Section 570.486, Subpart I of the CFR and in compliance with the requirements of the Housing and Community Development Act of 1974, as amended. The Village of Naples Annex is accessible to persons with disabilities. If special accommodations are needed for persons with disabilities, those with hearing impairments, or those in need of translation from English, those individuals should contact Megan Bay, Clerk/Treasurer at 585-374-2435, at least one week in advance of the hearing date to allow for necessary arrangements. Written comments may also be submitted to Mayor Brian Schenk, PO Box 386, Naples, NY 14512 until September 6, 2019.

Rise & Fall To be continued.....

My Dear Clients, So many of you already know, I have been in and out of the hospital fighting for my life, dealing with my autoimmune disease Ulcerative Colitis. I’ve had a life saving emergency surgery to remove the perforated portion of my Large Intestine. There will be another surgery to come at an undetermined time in the future. I’ve lost 20lbs and most of my muscle mass in the process. I have a long road ahead. So what does this mean for us? I still have my offic...e, all my mental faculties, and a driving will to not give up on the career I built with my own two hands which I love so passionately (I think you all know how very much I love being your massage therapist ). It will be some time before I personally can physically do massage but I promise I’m still working on plans for Global View Wellness. In the mean time, I encourage you all to keep receiving body work! I have a large network of therapist I work with personally and would be happy to make references to you. Please message me if you would like to know who I think may suit you best. I love you all and do not expect any of you to wait for me. All therapist have their own special gifts to offer! I promise I won’t give up this healing battle I’m fighting and when I’m ready and able, you’ll be the first to know! Keep an eye out for Global View Wellness news. Love Jessica See more

Announcement: from here on out, if you are a New Client (have yet to been seen) I have created a specific New Client session which will be required as your first appointment. It will be a 2 hour session to include intake, health history, personal preferences, body capabilities and limitations, AND time for body work. This session is designed for a thorough introduction to my practice and to create a plan that works best for you. I’m deeply invested in getting to know my client’s needs and am looking for the type of clients who appreciate that approach! The cost is $130. The rest of my rates remain the same.