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As we wrap up another fiscal year, we’re taking a moment to celebrate just how much we’ve accomplished. This year brought exciting growth and meaningful change, all focused on better supporting survivors and strengthening our impact in the community. One of our biggest milestones was transitioning our Safe House program from a congregate shelter model to a hotel-based model, giving survivors greater privacy and choice while still connecting them with the support they need.
We also reimagined how we deliver services, creating a more seamless experience that helps survivors stay connected to support throughout their journey. These changes have helped us build stronger relationships, improve continuity of care, and ensure that survivors receive compassionate, individualized services every step of the way.
Stay tuned for our Annual Report, where we’ll share the full story of the impact we made together this year. For now, we invite you to take a look at a few highlights that offer a sneak peek at this year’s accomplishments. We're proud of all we've done together and excited about what’s ahead as we continue our mission building a community in which all relationships are safe, respectful and equitable, where all people can live and thrive
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July’s questions are in! Take a look at what students are asking - How do you help someone who doesn’t want to be helped?
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How far can conflict actually go?
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How should you act with your partner when they tell you, you are more of a friend than a girlfriend, but they still want to see you, and hangout?
Head over to read Ms. G’s answers. |
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Why Are Kids All of a Sudden "Bad"? |
We cannot ignore how much childhood has changed. Today's children are growing up in a world filled with constant stimulation. Social media, tablets, video games, and endless content mean many children have fewer opportunities to slow down, be present, and learn how to regulate themselves. While technology certainly has benefits, excessive screen time can contribute to.... |
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Why "Don't hit Girls" Isn't Enough |
At first glance, advice like, “don’t hit girls,” may seem positive, but it leaves out an important part of the conversation and ultimately does a disservice to young men. We tell boys not to hit girls, but we often fail to teach them what to do when they are hurt, upset, or struggling emotionally. Instead of teaching boys that it is okay to express their feelings, we encourage them to hide behind a shield of false chivalry and perpetuate the idea that anger and posturing...
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Advocate Spotlight: Priscilla Nivar |
Priscilla began in May as our Family Advocate. Her background in case management & crisis intervention will help our families navigate the various challenges they face. Priscilla has been joining our summer programs at Casa Guadalupe and is looking forward to starting family programs at schools next school year. Her positive attitude is infectious, so be sure to say hello and welcome her when you meet!
"I'm happy to be part of a welcoming team that is dedicated to the mission statement and can't wait to see how we to grow together." - Priscilla N. |
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Partner Spotlight: Two Rivers Health and Wellness Foundation |
Two Rivers Health and Wellness Foundation provides funding to Turning Point of Lehigh Valley for programs that are offered at Equi-librium, a horse farm in Nazareth that provides healing through horses. Programs offered include Equine-Assisted Wellness Retreats for adult survivors, Barnyard Bonding Sessions for parents and their children, and Summer Horsemanship Camps for children. The Wellness Retreats are designed to cultivate peace and presence and to support personal growth, confidence, and self-discovery in adult survivors. Barnyard Bonding Sessions are designed for children and their parent or primary caregiver to enjoy meaningful time together in the company of horses. Summer Horsemanship Camps provide activities for children such as horseback riding, horse care, games, and crafts.
A survivor who receives services at Turning Point had the following to say about their experience at an Equine-Assisted Wellness Retreat: “The Half Day Wellness Retreat at Equi-librium was fantastic. A true learning experience and an escape. Everyone at the facility was super friendly and welcoming and the place itself was clean. You could feel the respect the staff has for the horses and the way they educated us that day reflected that. I plan on volunteering after going. So glad I got the chance to attend."
Turning Point would like to thank Two Rivers Health and Wellness Foundation for their continued partnership, which makes this unique programming possible for our survivors and their children.
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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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Lead the Way with Your Support - Sponsorship Opportunities Still Available! |
Once a year, during Domestic Violence Awareness Month, our community gathers to honor survivors of domestic and intimate partner abuse. An Evening of Unity is Turning Point's signature moment—when hundreds of supporters, local leaders, and survivors themselves light candles and declare: we believe you. We support you. We will not look away. Join us for An Evening of Unity scheduled for October 15 that will honor survivors and their new beginnings through stories, music, and a candlelight remembrance. This is not a typical fundraiser. It is a statement about who we are as a community.
Your sponsorship makes visible what might otherwise remain hidden. It shows survivors that they are not alone. It tells the community that ending domestic abuse matters. It positions your organization at the center of that commitment. |
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People Found Strength Together |
In the last month, our Client Advocates provided services to 304 unduplicated survivors — empowerment counseling, safety planning, housing support, crisis intervention, community connections.
When a client sat in a courthouse hallway waiting for her PFA hearing, she turned to a stranger beside her who was considering filing. She said: "You should talk to the Turning Point advocates. They really helped me." No one asked her to say that. A mother told her advocate: "I have been fighting for so long that I have no strength left." Then she looked at her five-year-old and added: "But I can't give up." Her advocate walked beside her — not in front, not behind — while she kept fighting. Help is available. If you are in danger, you can take steps to protect yourself from abuse. Here are some general safety tips. - Call 911 or your local police department if you are in immediate danger.
- Learn your partner’s warning signals so you can get out before the violence starts.
- Have a safety plan in case you have to leave in a hurry.
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Talk with your children. They know that you’re hurting and probably fear for your safety. They may want to leave as much as you do.
- Call friends and relatives you can trust and talk about your concerns. You may discover that they are worried about you but don’t know how to ask you about the abuse.
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Call Turning Point’s 24-hour Helpline at 610-437-3369. Staff can help you explore your feelings and choices.
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444 E. Susquehanna St. Allentown, PA 18103
(610) 797-0530 24 HR Helpline (610) 437-3369 |
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