Programs Offered by the Stroke Life Center
At the Stroke Life Center, we provide a range of supportive and rehabilitative programs designed to empower stroke survivors and their caregivers on their recovery journey. All programs are offered with compassion and expertise, focusing on improving quality of life, independence, and community connection.
Weekly Support Group
Our weekly support group offers a safe, welcoming environment for stroke survivors and caregivers to share experiences, find encouragement, and build lasting friendships. Facilitated by our Co-Founder and Executive Director—a stroke survivor herself—the group focuses on peer support, practical advice, and emotional healing.
Caregiver Breakout Sessions are held on the second and fourth Wednesdays of each month to address the unique challenges caregivers face.
Physical & Occupational Therapy
We provide free physical and occupational therapy sessions supervised by licensed professionals and assisted by students training in their fields. These sessions help survivors rebuild strength, improve mobility, and regain skills for daily living. Please bring a caregiver if assistance with equipment is needed.
Aquatic Therapy
In partnership with NOMS Healthcare, our aquatic therapy program—sometimes called “aqua therapy”uses guided water aerobics to strengthen muscles, enhance flexibility, and support gentle movement. Open to both survivors and caregivers, this low-impact therapy benefits physical recovery and emotional well-being. Changing rooms are available; please bring a swimsuit and water shoes.
See individual program descriptions for more detailed information on each offering.
Our programs are designed to foster hope, healing, and empowerment for everyone affected by stroke. If you’re interested in learning more or joining a program, please contact us or visit the Stroke Life Center.
Who Can Participate?
Stroke survivors and their caregivers are welcome to participate in our programs.
Individuals must be independent in their ability to meet personal needs (eating / bathroom ability). Participants must also be able to interact in a socially appropriate manner with other stroke survivors, caregivers, families and staff.
Weekly - Support Group
Wednesdays| 1:00 - 2:30 PM
Stroke Life Center
2200 Jefferson Ave. 4-A OMOM Wing, Toledo, OH 43604
Join us each week for our Support Group Meetings—an open and welcoming space where stroke survivors and caregivers can connect, share, and encourage one another on the journey of life after stroke.
Can’t make it in person? You’re welcome to join us on Zoom!
Meeting ID: 883 1177 0323
Passcode: 709779
Our weekly group offers a safe, welcoming, and inclusive environment where participants can find support, encouragement, and hope. It’s a meaningful opportunity to connect with others who understand the journey, share your story, explore new therapies, and build lasting friendships.
Discussions often center around the unique challenges faced by survivors, practical solutions to everyday issues, and group dialogue that encourages connection and growth. The purpose of the group is to foster socialization, communication skills, and the sharing of ideas to help make life more manageable—and more enjoyable—for all participants.
Each session provides time for open discussion, emotional support, and practical advice. Topics often include:
Coping with physical, emotional, and cognitive changes
Navigating the healthcare system and post-stroke resources
Setting goals and celebrating progress
Supporting independence and adjusting to new routines
Managing stress, motivation, and mental health
The group is facilitated by our Co-Founder and Executive Director, who is also a stroke survivor. Her firsthand experience brings empathy, strength, and hope to every session—fostering an atmosphere of trust, empowerment, and shared understanding.
To better meet the unique needs of caregivers, a dedicated Caregiver Breakout Session is held during the group on the second and fourth Wednesdays of each month.
Caregiver Breakout Session
To better support the unique needs of stroke caregivers, a Caregiver Breakout Session takes place during the regular weekly support group meeting on the second and fourth Wednesdays of each month.
Caring for a stroke survivor is uniquely different from other caregiving roles. Unlike many other support groups that focus on managing decline or progressive illness, caregivers of stroke survivors often support someone who is working toward recovery—who may improve, adapt, and relearn skills over time. This journey can be hopeful, demanding, exhausting, and inspiring—all at once.
Caregivers are tasked with providing consistent, compassionate care while encouraging independence and supporting physical, emotional, and cognitive growth. Balancing these responsibilities with daily life can be overwhelming, and caregivers often risk neglecting their own health in the process.
Our caregiver sessions offer a judgment-free space to:
Share experiences and receive emotional support
Learn strategies for maintaining balance and personal well-being
Exchange resources and practical advice
Build lasting friendships with others who understand the journey
Laugh, cry, vent, and find renewed strength
Caregiving goals include promoting patient safety, encouraging maximum independence, and communicating with patience and compassion—while also prioritizing self-care and mental wellness.
You don’t have to do it alone. Join us to reconnect with your purpose, refill your cup, and walk this road with others who truly understand.
Group Physical & Occupational Therapy
Tuesdays | 1:00 - 2:00 PM
Stroke Life Center
2200 Jefferson Ave. 4-A OMOM Wing, Toledo, OH 43604
At the Stroke Life Center, we offer free physical and occupational therapy sessions to our members as part of our mission to support stroke recovery through accessible, person-centered care.
Our therapy services are led by licensed professionals and supported by students training in the fields of physical and occupational therapy, offering members both expert guidance and fresh, personalized attention. Together, they help participants work toward realistic goals that foster mobility, strength, coordination, and independence.
Physical Therapy focuses on improving movement, strength, balance, and endurance to support daily function and prevent falls.
Occupational Therapy helps individuals relearn or adapt everyday tasks—such as grooming, cooking, or writing—promoting independence and enhancing quality of life.
Therapy sessions are individualized, progress-driven, and encouraging—designed to help members regain confidence and ability at their own pace.
Please note: While sessions are supervised by trained staff and students, if you need assistance with equipment or mobility, we kindly ask that you bring a caregiver to support your participation.
Aquatic Therapy
Mondays | 10:30 - 11:30 AM
NOMS CPE Healthcare
3130 Central Park Dr. W, Ste A, Toledo, OH 43617
Our Aquatic Therapy program—sometimes called “aqua therapy”, offered in partnership with NOMS Healthcare, provides a safe and supportive environment for stroke survivors and their caregivers to improve strength, flexibility, and overall well-being.
Through guided water aerobics, participants use the natural resistance of water to strengthen and tone muscles, improve balance, and reduce joint strain. The buoyancy of the water allows for low-impact movement, making this an ideal therapy for those in various stages of recovery.
This therapeutic, group-based program is not only beneficial physically—it also fosters confidence, social connection, and emotional support.
Supervised by professionals from NOMS
Designed for all ability levels
Focused on functional movement, core strength, and mobility
Open to both survivors and caregivers
Encouraging, inclusive atmosphere
Changing rooms are available.
Please bring a swimsuit and water shoes to participate.
Prior to participation...
When you join the Stroke Life Center, we’ll start with a friendly intake assessment so we can learn about your health history, current medications, and emergency contacts. This helps us tailor our programs to support your individual needs. We are a non-medical wellness facility, and while we do not bill insurance, Medicaid, or Medicare—and there is no insurance reimbursement—our programs are provided at no cost to our participants, thanks to the generosity of donors and community supporters.