VICTIMS' RIGHTS ADVOCACY | TURNING POINT

A Turning Point advocate can familiarize clients with Ohio laws that pertain to their situation. The victims' rights advocates can help answer questions about the judicial processes regarding custody, criminal charges, protection orders, dissolution and divorce, and property issues. Advocates can attend legal and court appointments with the victim as requested. While the victims' rights advocates are not attorneys, they can provide referrals to affordable or even free legal services. In addition, advocates are available to meet face-to-face with individuals who are considering using Turning Point's services. Advocates can meet at police departments or other safe places. Any individual with visible injuries may call and request a photo and written documentation of the injuries for possible future use. Parties with specific questions can meet with an advocate to have their concerns addressed. Advocates can assist with Victim Compensation applications and referral to local attorneys for assistance with filing when necessary.

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211 Pathways

Physical Address

Po Box 875, Marion, OH 43301-0875

Hours

Hours for these services often align with local court hours.

Fax

(740) 382-6554

Application process

Call for information.

Fee

None.

Eligibility

Victims of domestic violence.

Languages

Language interpretation services available for LEP clients – all languages. DWAVE and Sorensen Relay System available for deaf clients.

Agency info

TURNING POINT

Turning Point provides victims/survivors of domestic violence and their children with safe, secure, temporary shelter in a comfortable atmosphere. The shelter is designed to meet the victims’ physical needs by providing housing, food, clothing and personal items, as well as their emotional needs through support services. The shelter also features designated rooms for male victims. When possible, families are provided with their own rooms with bathroom, while other areas such as the living and dining room and kitchen are shared. The shelter is also handicapped accessible.