Blog – Allies For Hope
Teen Dating Abuse Awareness: Knowing the Signs, Supporting Each Other
Teen dating relationships can be exciting, meaningful, and an important part of growing up. But not all relationships are healthy, and many teens experience behaviors that cross the line into…
Stalking Doesn’t Always Happen in Person Anymore
When we think about stalking, we often imagine someone showing up at person’s home, following them in public, or leaving unwanted notes or gifts. While these forms of stalking still…
Individual Counseling for Teens (Ages 14+): What It Is & What to Expect
At Turning Point, we offer short-term individual counseling for teens ages 14 and up who are navigating unhealthy relationships with themselves or others, or who have been impacted by seeing…
A Season of Sharing: Cookies, Community, and Care
As the year draws to a close and December wraps us in its cozy embrace, we’re reminded of the power of gathering, whether around a table, a tree, or a…
Recreating Holiday Traditions
The holiday season can bring warmth, connection, and joy, but it can also bring stress, pressure, and memories that are difficult to sit with. For many survivors of domestic and…
Empowering Students, Building Change
We are honored to continue our work with the support of Governor Shapiro and PCCD through the Violence Intervention & Prevention (VIP) Grant. This vital funding makes it possible for…
The Overlap Between Substance Abuse and Domestic & Intimate Partner Abuse
Substance abuse and domestic or intimate partner abuse often intersect in ways that create complex challenges for survivors. While substance use never causes abuse, it can intensify the danger survivors…
Understanding Mental Health and Domestic and Intimate Partner Abuse: A Crucial Intersection
May is Mental Health Awareness Month, a time for reflection, education, and raising awareness about the importance of mental well-being. As we take this month to focus on mental health,…
Guiding Lights: Faith Leaders’ Role in Domestic Abuse Intervention
Faith, spirituality, and faith-based communities can often be an important part of a survivor’s support network. Survivors often find a renewed sense of purpose, strength, and community connection as they…