Presented by MERCY HEALTH
Join us for a celebration of courage and community — where every step supports stroke survivors.
Thursday, November 6, 2025 | Hilton Garden Inn at Levis Commons, Perrysburg
Media Partner - 13abc | Entertainment Partner - DanceFam Ballroom & Latin Studio
Silent Auction | Audience Choice Voting | Open Dance Floor
STROKE LIFE CENTER GALA
Shine for Survivors
Dinner • Celebrity Dances • Audience Voting • Silent Auction
Ticketing powered by GiveButter
PROUDLY SUPPORTED BY
Presenting Sponsor
Media Partner
13 abc
Entertainment Partner
Hope in Action: Why Your Night Out Matters
The Stroke Life Center is one of the nation’s few post‑rehab life‑skills communities—offering speech, aquatic, physical and occupational therapy‑inspired classes, caregiver support, and social connection. There are no fees and no barriers—just the support survivors need to thrive.
Free programs for survivors & caregivers across Northwest Ohio
Therapy‑inspired classes that build strength, voice, and confidence
Friendship, purpose, and community beyond rehab
Reserve Your Spot
Join us for an unforgettable evening of dance, dinner, and community celebration.
Ticketing powered by GiveButter
Choreography by DanceFam
Our entertainment partner, DanceFam Ballroom & Latin Studio, brings the show to life—crafting crowd‑pleasing routines that spotlight our community’s resilience and joy.
Ballroom
LatinPro‑Am Celebrity Routines
Audience Choice Voting
Mirrorball Trophy
Your Impact at a Glance
100+
Survivors & Caregivers Served
7
Counties Reached
0$
Cost to Participants
Every ticket, vote, and sponsorship funds free programs and vital support.
Event Details
Venue
Hilton Garden Inn-Levis Commons
Location
Perrysburg, Ohio.
Highlights
Silent Auction • Audience Choice Voting • Open Dance Floor
Date
Thursday, November 6, 2025
Time
Cocktail Hour 5:00 PM • Gala 6:00 PM
Attire
Cocktail / Black‑Tie Optional (sparkle encouraged)
Highlights from Thriving Like a Star 2024!
Images courtesy of Jennifer Bak / J Bak Studios
Coming soon: Meet the stars who will take the stage at Thriving Like a Star 2025!
Venue & Directions
Hilton Garden Inn at Levis Commons, Perrysburg, Ohio. Complimentary parking available on site.
FAQs
What is Thriving Like a Star?
It’s a dance‑inspired gala benefiting the Stroke Life Center. Local stars pair with pros to perform show‑stopping routines—all to raise funds for free programs that help survivors and caregivers thrive after rehab.
Who are the partners?
Presented by Mercy Health. Media partner: 13abc. Entertainment partner & choreography by DanceFam Ballroom & Latin Studio.
Is the event accessible?
Yes. The venue is wheelchair accessible with reserved seating options. For accommodations, contact us two weeks in advance.
When & where is the gala?
Thursday, November 6, 2025 at the Hilton Garden Inn, Levis Commons, Perrysburg, Ohio.
What should I wear?
Festive cocktail or black‑tie optional. Sparkle encouraged!
How does voting work?
Audience Choice voting happens live at the event (and may open online in advance). Each vote fuels more impact for survivors.
Can’t Attend? You Can Still Shine
Make a gift in honor of a survivor, sponsor a dancer, or donate an auction item—every act of generosity helps survivors thrive.
Stroke Life Center • No Fees. No Barriers. Just Support.