Community Event
Cetronia Ambulance Corps Health and Wellness Expo
Cetronia Ambulance Corps 4300 Broadway, Allentown, PACetronia Ambulance Corp’s Health & Wellness Expo offers a diverse array of vendors showcasing health and wellness services as well as free health screenings, CPR training & Stop-the-Bleed methods. We’re proud to partner with Turning Point of the Lehigh Valley for a donation drive supporting their Safe House Emergency Shelter. Donation items will be listed closer to…
Autumn Community Resource Fair
Bradbury-Sullivan LGBT Community Center 522 West maple Street, Allentown, PA, United StatesBradbury-Sullivan LGBT Community Center, 522 W. Maple St., Allentown, PA 18101 Description: The Bradbury-Sullivan LGBT Community Center would like to invite you to join us November 20th for our annual resource fair. We believe this will be a great chance to engage and share information to learn more about the services that the center and…
Alliance of Bikers Aimed Toward Education (A.B.A.T.E) Toy Drive and Bike Run
Dorney Park Main Lot Dorney Park Rd, Allentown, PADorney Park Main Parking Lot, Hamilton at Dorney Park WB, Dorney Park Rd, Allentown, PA 18104 More Info: https://abatepa.org/events/41st-annual-toy-run/
Turning Point Office Closed
Our office located at 444 E. Susquehanna St., Allentown, PA 18103 will be closed on November 28th and 29th for the Thanksgiving holiday. Our 24-hour helpline will remain available at 610-437-3369 for anyone in need of assistance.
Giving Tuesday 2024: Empower Survivors and Educate Our Community
Join us this Giving Tuesday to empower survivors of domestic and intimate partner abuse. Your generosity directly supports safe housing, counseling, legal advocacy, and educational programs that transform lives and build a stronger community. Make a difference on December 3rd by contributing to this important cause. Every donation helps us create lasting change for those…
In-Person AND Virtual (Hybrid) Training: “Faith in Action: Empowering Faith Leaders to Identify, Address, and Support Survivors of Domestic and Intimate Partner Abuse”
Sacred Heart Hospital Reception Room 421 W. Chew St., Allentown, PALearn to recognize signs of intimate partner abuse to protect and support survivors and their children in a trauma-informed way within your faith community. Full Description: Faith, spirituality, and faith-based communities can often be an integral piece of the supportive puzzle for our survivors; however, they can also keep survivors further isolated in the shadows.…
Virtual Training – Recognize, Respond, Refer for Healthcare Professionals
This presentation delivers an overview of domestic and intimate partner abuse, including health implications, trauma, brain injury, and best practice in screening, responding to disclosure, and offering referral. The training also highlights the survivor-centered services offered by Turning Point of Lehigh Valley. Participant takeaways include: What is domestic and intimate partner abuse How healthcare providers…
Virtual Training – From Surviving to Thriving: Fostering Healthy Relationships and Supporting Survivors of Abuse
Join us as we dive into the essentials of healthy relationships, emphasizing key dynamics such as respect, boundaries, empowerment, and communication. We'll explore the differences between healthy and unhealthy relationships by identifying red and green flags through an interactive activity. Additionally, we'll provide valuable insights on recognizing the signs of abuse, along with practical guidance…
Virtual Meeting – Volunteer and Mentor Virtual Meet & Greet
For anyone interested in volunteering for our organization or becoming a mentor, this meeting will provide more information on the positions available and answer any questions prior to the certification process. All interested parties must submit an application to receive an invitation link. For More Information on becoming a Volunteer, please visit: https://turningpointlv.org/get-involved/volunteer/ For More…
Virtual Training – Brain Injury Basics and HELPPS Screening
Brain injury among survivors of domestic and intimate partner abuse is incredibly prevalent. Often, abuse injuries occur to the head, neck, and face region, making the likelihood of a brain injury in survivors, probable. This training will discuss the prevalence of brain injury among DIPA survivors, familiarize and guide participants to use the HELPPS screening…