Turning Point of
Lehigh Valley
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September 2025 Newsletter
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The Overlap Between Substance Abuse and Domestic & Intimate Partner Abuse
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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 face and be used as a tool of control. For example, an abusive partner may encourage or coerce substance use to maintain power, sabotage recovery efforts, or use a survivor’s struggles with addiction to discredit them. On the other hand, many survivors turn to substances as a coping mechanism to numb the trauma, fear, and stress they are experiencing...
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Ask Ms. G: Your Questions, Answered
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Got questions about friendships, boundaries, or just figuring relationships out? Ask Ms. G was created for this purpose to have a spot where you can ask questions and have them answers.
Submit your question or read what others are asking!
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Empowering Students, Building Change
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We are honored to continue our youth programming in schools and the community with support from Governor Shapiro and PCCD through the Violence Intervention & Prevention (VIP) Grant.
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Hotel Essentials Donation Drive
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Join us as we collect hotel essentials for survivors taking their first steps toward safety. Your donation of snacks, toiletries, comfort items, or gift cards helps provide comfort and support during their transition.
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A Heartfelt Thank You and Good-bye!
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We’d like to take a special moment to thank our departing Board President, Lauren Wieser. Lauren has been part of the Turning Point Board of Directors since 2019 and has led as Board President since October 2023. During her six years of service, she has shared not only her professional expertise in finance and accounting, but also her compassion and commitment to our mission.
When asked about her time with Turning Point, Lauren shared:
"I am passionate about Turning Point because they go above and beyond to help our community every day. Turning Point provides people with a safe and welcoming place to go, and that is something every person deserves to have."
We are so grateful for Lauren’s leadership, heart, and dedication. She will be missed, and we wish her nothing but the very best in her future!
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Empowerment Begins with Knowledge
We invite you to take a stand against domestic and intimate partner abuse by participating in any of our upcoming community training opportunities. These sessions are designed to equip you with valuable insights, resources, and skills to create a safer and more supportive environment for everyone! Visit our Events Calendar to learn more and to access the details for each event.
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"Is Love So Small a Pain?"
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In recognition of Domestic Violence Awareness Month, Turning Point of Lehigh Valley is partnering with Touchstone Theatre to present an interactive staged reading of “Is Love So Small a Pain?”, a powerful adaptation of the classic Greek tragedy Medea.
Medea’s experience comes alive through several points of audience participation guided towards shaping choices, replaying moments, and influencing outcomes. This unique performance will explore the complexities of abuse, trauma, and survival in relationships. Together, we’ll reflect on the warning signs of abuse and the difficult realities that survivors often face.
Your presence matters! Save the date for this impactful evening and be part of the change, reserve your pay-what-you-will ticket today to support our survivors and our mission! For more information and to reserve your ticket, visit this website.
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Help Us Spread Awareness This October!
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To help you take action and raise awareness this October during Domestic Violence Awareness Month (DVAM), Turning Point of Lehigh Valley has created a set of easy-to-use resources you can download and share.
Newly available are our 2025 DVAM Toolkit, 2025 DVAM Social Media Toolkit, and Downloadable DVAM Bingo Cards, all designed to inspire engagement, fundraising, and awareness throughout the month.
Download all three resources below to spread awareness, raise funds, and show your support for survivors during DVAM 2025. Together, we can create a safer, stronger community.
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Big News: Our Workplace Training Hub is Live!
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We’re thrilled to unveil our brand-new Workplace Training webpage, your go-to resource for building safer, more supportive workplaces.
From fresh updates and practical tools to step-by-step guidance on how your organization can take action, this hub is designed to empower leaders, HR teams, and staff to recognize, respond to, and prevent domestic and intimate partner abuse in the workplace.
Ready to transform your workplace culture? Click the link below to learn more!
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Fiscal year 2024-2025 has ended and we are taking a moment to reflect on the impact we made in the Lehigh Valley this year. From our advocates who work in the Lehigh and Northampton County Courthouses, to our New Beginnings transitional housing program, to our outreach and education events, Turning Point reached over 11,000 Lehigh Valley residents this year.
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Our team of advocates work every day towards building a community in which all relationships are safe, respectful and equitable,
where all people can live and thrive. We remain as committed to our mission as every, and could not do what we do without your support.
Keep an eye out for our Annual Report for more details on our impact!
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Turning Point's Annual Vigil - Domestic Violence Awareness Month, October 2025
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To learn more about Domestic Violence Awareness Month and our Vigil:
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444 E. Susquehanna St.
Allentown, PA 18103
(610) 797-0530
24/7 Helpline (610) 437-3369
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