The STAR Center, Inc.

09/02/2025

A big thank you to ATA for sponsoring Carol & Julian’s Dance Team for this year’s 10th Anniversary Dancing with the STARS Presented by Leaders Credit Union celebration. 🪩

Their support helps make this exciting night possible and ensures the STAR Center can continue serving individuals with unique needs across Tennessee. We are so grateful to have them on our team as Carol & Julian take the stage to shine!

09/02/2025

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09/02/2025

The wait is over! General tables for the 10th Anniversary of Dancing with the STARS Presented by Leaders Credit Union are now available for purchase! This is your chance to secure a table at one of Jackson’s most exciting nights of the year.

Don’t wait—tables will go fast!
Grab yours today at 👉 https://2025DWTS.givesmart.com

09/02/2025

09/01/2025

Today, we celebrate the dedication, hard work, and contributions of our incredible community. Whether you’re on the job, enjoying a well deserved break, or spending time with loved ones, we hope you have a safe and happy day.

Thank you for all you do to make our community a better place to live, work, and thrive.

08/31/2025

A huge thank you to Nordstar Medical, Skincare & Laser Center for sponsoring Ashley & Allen’s Dance Team in this year’s Dancing with the STARS Presented by Leaders Credit Union 🪩

We’re so excited to have Nordstar Medical supporting the STAR Center and cheering on Ashley & Allen as they light up the dance floor. Your generosity helps us continue providing life-changing services across Tennessee.

08/31/2025

Today we’re celebrating Bobbie Boyd and her incredible 8-year anniversary at The STAR Center!

Bobbie’s heart for service, dedication to our mission, and the countless ways she supports our team and clients have left a lasting impact. She’s been an essential part of our STAR family, and we’re so thankful for everything she’s done over the years.

Happy 8-year anniversary, Bobbie!

08/30/2025

You may know our events like Dancing with the STARS and Black Tie & Boxing, but do you know what The STAR Center actually does?

We’re more than just event nights. We’re a nonprofit serving more than 4,000 individuals across Tennessee through eight areas of support:

Employment Services: helping individuals with disabilities find and keep meaningful jobs

Vision Services: supporting those with vision loss to live independently

Assistive Technology: using tools and devices to make everyday tasks more accessible

Music Therapy: using music to build communication, confidence, and connection

Art Therapy: offering creative space for expression, healing, and growth

Speech Therapy: helping people of all ages communicate more effectively

The Reading Clinic: supporting students with dyslexia and other learning differences

In-Home Care: providing support that helps individuals remain safely at home

This is what we do. This is why we exist. And this is why your support matters!

08/29/2025

Jackson-Madison County Schools are a Foxtrot Sponsor for Dancing with the STARS Presented by Leaders Credit Union.

As an organization dedicated to helping students reach their full potential, JMCS understands the importance of providing opportunities for growth, inclusion, and success values that align closely with The STAR Center’s mission. Their support helps us continue making a difference for individuals of all abilities in our community.

We look forward to celebrating alongside JMCSS on October 23rd.

08/29/2025

At The STAR Center, we love exploring technology that pushes the boundaries of what is possible for mobility and independence.

This week’s spotlight: the X-12 All-Terrain Mobility Robot.

With a wheeled quadruped design plus a dual-track climbing system, the X-12 can handle just about anything. Stairs, steep slopes, and rugged terrain feel as smooth as flat ground. Its 14 powered systems provide outstanding stability, making obstacles almost effortless to overcome.

Technology like this opens new doors for independence and freedom, reminding us that innovation has the power to transform lives.

Want to see it in action? Check it out here: https://youtu.be/I0_2l3O0jkw?si=L7ylqP2hWrwCqAA7

08/28/2025

Dancer of the Day: Julian McTizic!

Meet Julian McTizic, Sr., a true leader and change maker from Bolivar, Tennessee. At just 30, Julian became the youngest and first African-American mayor of Bolivar, and he’s been making history ever since! From creating 200+ local jobs to earning statewide leadership awards, his dedication to his community is unmatched.

When he’s not leading his city or serving on statewide boards, Julian loves making memories with his wife and four sons. His motto, “Be the change you wish to see in the world."

Now, Julian is stepping into the spotlight again for a different kind of stage, Dancing with the STARS! Help support him as he dances for The STAR Center. Every donation brings us closer to making a difference for the thousands we serve.

Support Julian and his fundraising efforts here: https://fundraise.givesmart.com/vf/DWTStars25/JulianMcTizic
or by texting DWTSTARS257 to 7177