Nearly one in four women in the United States reports experiencing violence by a current or former spouse or boyfriend at some point in her life, according to the Center for Disease Control.
Representatives from Turning Point will be speaking to students on July 26, 27 and 28 to share information about the services the organization provides, including a 24-hour crisis line, 24-hour emergency shelter, support groups, and more.
What is Domestic Violence?
Domestic Violence is an ongoing pattern of isolation and control that affects the physical, economic, and emotional well-being of the survivor and her children.
What is Sexual Assault?
Sexual Assault is a crime of violence intended to overpower, humiliate, or degrade someone.
Where can someone find help?
Turning Point provides programs and resources that enable victims/survivors of domestic violence and sexual assault to regain control of their lives. All services are offered at no charge to the survivor and are confidential.
Turning Point’s 24-hour Crisis Line is: 586-463-6990. Questions can also be directed to Sharon Eifert, Associate Director of Student Services, in Building C or by calling (586) 296-3225.
All people have a right to a violence-free life.
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