It’s a new year, and we’re excited to announce our new mobile services. Friesen Holistic Wellness now offers three ways to experience the brain-changing benefits of Neuromovement® lessons. Private lessons for adults and children are available in our North Qualicum studio, or through a mobile service that brings sessions directly to your home throughout Oceanside—from Bowser to Qualicum Beach, Parksville, and Nanoose Bay. You can also join online group classes from the comfort of home, resuming in February. Contact me to learn how Neuromovement® lessons can support pain relief, improved mobility, stress management, and overall neurological well-being.

If the holidays left you feeling bloated, heavy, or out of rhythm, this is your moment to take control. January is the perfect time to reset your digestion, stabilize your hormones, and finally feel like yourself again. Our Metabolic Reset Program gives you a clear, personalized path to lose weight, reduce inflammation, and boost energy—without guessing or struggling alone. Pair it with Digestive Acupuncture for fast relief from bloating and sluggish digestion, so your body can absorb nutrients, burn fat efficiently, and feel lighter within days. Step into the new year supported, empowered, and fully aligned with your health goals. Doreen offers free Consultations.

Winter can be chilly and uninviting. As the days grow short and cold, excursions become tricky in the ice and cold. If there is nothing to do, evenings become long. Take this time to explore new things; read a new author; and stretch your mind with a brain game; perhaps you prefer a puzzle; or you can learn an instrument! A home-care service can facilitate you or your loved one staying at home safely. They will get you to errands, help cook a lovely meal or just engage in some good old conversation; whatever is needed. We are happy to help.

Stephanie is a Certified Advanced Rolfer™. She graduated from the Dr. Ida Rolf Institute in 2015 and completed her advanced training in Germany in 2023. Stephanie is also a certified yoga instructor, which is a great combination for understanding how bodies move and function. Stephanie found Rolfing when she was searching for a solution to the issues she was having after a bunion surgery. She had tried everything she could think of, but nothing seemed to help. Three sessions of Rolfing fixed the problem for good and changed her life forever, as she decided that she wanted to be a Rolfer and help people too.

With holidays behind us, many residents find this to be the most challenging time of the year. The nights are cold, and housing and grocery prices are high. When finding it difficult to make ends meet, hope cannot wait. That’s why SOS’s Winter Emergency Fund is an essential resource, providing help with groceries, medicine, propane, and other vital items to support those experiencing hardship. To make a difference this winter, donate at www.sosd69.com, call 250-248-2093, or visit the SOS Community Services Centre in Parksville. Thank you for your support.