Stroke of Light

Supporting stroke survivors and caregivers with hope, resources, and compassionate guidance at every stage of recovery.

About Us

Our Mission

Stroke of Light is dedicated to supporting stroke survivors and their caregivers at every stage of the recovery journey. Our mission is to provide hope, meaningful resources, and compassionate guidance helping individuals rebuild their lives with strength, resilience, and dignity after a stroke.

Inspired by Jenny’s extraordinary courage and determination as a stroke survivor who continues to defy the odds, we are driven to bridge the critical gap between hospital discharge and long-term recovery at home.

Through access to therapies, caregiver support, education, and essential services, we walk alongside survivors and their families—ensuring that no one has to navigate recovery alone.

Why It Matters

Stroke changes everything in an instant—but recovery is a long and often overwhelming journey.

For many families, the hardest part begins after leaving the hospital. Access to therapy, caregiver support, and essential services can be difficult to navigate and even harder to sustain.

Stroke of Light exists to bridge that gap—so no survivor or caregiver has to face recovery alone.

What We Do

  • Support Access to therapies and essential services

  • Provide resources and guidance for caregivers

  • Build awareness around the realities of stroke recovery

  • Walk alongside families so no one has to navigate recovery alone

Your Donation Helps Provide:

  • Physical & occupational therapy

  • Speech-language pathology

  • Caregiver support

  • Acupuncture

  • Mental health counselin

  • Medical equipment assistance

  • In-home therapy (music, speech, OT, PT, and physiotherapy)

Our Vision

We envision a recovery journey transformed—one that helps individuals and families move from isolation to empowerment, from hardship to healing, and from surviving to thriving.

Our Why

Jenny's Story

Inspired by Jenny’s extraordinary courage and determination, Stroke of Light was founded to bring hope to others facing similar journeys.

At just 33 years old, Jenny suffered a life-altering stroke. Her recovery continues every day—through intensive therapy, resilience, and unwavering strength.

Her journey is a powerful reminder that recovery doesn’t end at discharge—and that with the right support, progress is always possible.

Ways To Help

There are many ways to be part of the Stroke of Light community.

Donate

Support survivors and caregivers with a one-time or recurring gift.

Get Involved

Volunteer, sponsor an event, or partner with us.

Spread Awareness

Follow us and share our mission with your community.

Join Us

Presented by Stroke of Light, the Hike for Jenny is a movement of hope, resilience, and community support. Since 2021, our community gathers every year to hike in honor of Jenny to raise funds supporting her long-term recovery.

When

May 31, 2026

Registration opens early 2026

Where

Borderland State Park

259 Massapoag Ave

North Easton, MA 02356

The Fifth Annual Hike For Jenny

Register now to participate in Hike for Jenny and make a direct impact in Jenny's recovery journey.

You'll be directed to our registration page to complete your entry and select your contribution level.

FUNDRAISER OPTIONS

Create a Team: Become a team captain and help reach targeted campaign goals

Donate to a Team: Choose a team to support campaign goals

Join the Hike: Come in-person and join our hike event in May

Make a Contribution: Donate on behalf of an individual or business

Be Part of the Light

Your support helps transform recovery—from isolation to empowerment, from hardship to healing, and from surviving to thriving.

Together, we can ensure that no one has to navigate recovery alone.

Stroke of Light

Recovery Begins With Hope

Stroke of Light Foundation is a 501(c)(3) nonprofit.

Your donation is tax-deductible.

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