History Intertwined: Women’s History Month and Domestic Violence
March 11, 2026
As Spring begins this March, we want to take a moment to recognize Women’s History Month. The blooming of...
Empowering Our Youth: Teen Dating Violence Awareness Month
February 10, 2026
Turning Point Staff on Wear Orange Day for Teen Dating Violence Awareness | February 10th, 2026 February is Teen...
Spreading Awareness During National Stalking Awareness Month
January 14, 2026
January is National Stalking Awareness Month (NSAM). Stalking is considered more than one or two occurrences of repeatedly and...
When Vulnerabilities Intersect: Domestic Violence and Food Insecurity
December 10, 2025
As 2025 draws to a close, many of us will be seeking time to rest, spend time with loved...
A Look Back at the History of Turning Point
November 12, 2025
When asked to write a piece on the history of Turning Point, my hope was to capture the mindset...
Small Actions, Big Change: From Awareness to Action
October 8, 2025
October Is Domestic Violence Awareness Month: Awareness, Action, and Community Change October is Domestic Violence Awareness Month. But this...
HOPE Cards: Wallet–Sized Hope for Survivors
September 25, 2025
As research and understanding of domestic violence continues to expand, advocates and policy makers continue to push at all...
Inside Legal Advocacy: Orders of Protection in McHenry County
September 10, 2025
At Turning Point, we support survivors of domestic violence not only emotionally and physically, but also legally. A vital...
Alternatives to Violence: Supporting Healing and Connection
August 13, 2025
Violence, whether it is physical, emotional, or built into our systems, leaves lasting impacts on people, families, and whole...
What You Should Know About the TAKE IT DOWN Act: New Protections Against Image-Based Abuse
July 9, 2025
Imagine finding out that someone shared a private photo of you, without your consent, on the internet. Or worse,...
