Turning Point Advocacy Services
Claimed
In Operation
Description
Turning Point provides Emergency Shelter and Supportive Services for Survivors of Domestic & Sexual Violence & Human Trafficking.
"We provide a 24/7 hotline, emergency shelter, court & general advocacy, safety planning, economic empowerment, counseling, substance abuse advocacy, and resource education."
In order to access services people should call the hotline directly. That hotline is supervised 24/7 by staff, so there is somebody always available to take the call.
Contact Information
Hotline
Office
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Detailed Resource Information
Populations Prioritized
Restrictions/Eligibility Criteria Present
Restrictions/Eligibility Criteria Present
Restrictions/Eligibility Criteria
Services are available to survivors of domestic and sexual violence and human trafficking. Turning Point is NOT a general housing provider.
Locations Served
Geographically Bound
Yes
Locations Served Notes
"We do not serve St. Clair or St. Louis Metro East regions. We serve Franklin, Gasconade, Lincoln, Montgomery, St. Charles, St. Louis, and Warren counties."
County
Franklin County (MO)
Warren County (MO)
St. Louis County (MO)
St. Charles County (MO)
Lincoln County (MO)
Identity Affirming Vetting Policies
Sexual Orientation Affirming Policies
Has Anti-Discrimination Policies around Sexual Orientation
Has Confidentiality Policies around Sexual Orientation
Gender Identity Affirming Policies
Has Anti-Discrimination Policies around Gender Identity & Gender Expression
Has Confidentiality Policies around Gender Identity & Gender Expression
Gender Identity Affirming Policies Notes
Org is working with the Coalition on trainings for assisting transgender clients. Org ED stated trans and nonbinary clients are able to access services according to gender identity.
Immigrant Affirming Policies
Has Confidentiality Policies around Citizenship & Immigration Status
Has Anti-Discrimination Policies around Citizenship & Immigration Status
Has Anti-Harassment Policies around Citizenship & Immigration Status
Works With Undocumented Immigrants Without Involving Institutional Authorities
Staff is Trained in Immigration Issues
Uses Intake Paperwork with Inclusive Language for Citizenship & Immigration Status
Service & Outreach Policies Promote Citizenship & Immigration Status Diversity
Blackbipoc Affirming Policies
Has Anti-Discrimination Policies around Race & Ethnicity
Has Anti-Harassment Policies around Race & Ethnicity
Works With Black & Brown People Without Involving Institutional Authorities
Staff is Trained in Race & Ethnicity Issues
Uses Intake Paperwork with Inclusive Language for Race & Ethnicity
Service & Outreach Policies Promote Racial & Ethnic Diversity Among Clientele
Hiring Policies Promote Racial & Ethnic Diversity Among Staff
Other Accessibility Factors
Covid Guidelines Masking Policy
Does not require masking
Covid Guidelines Social Distancing
Requires social distancing
Ways To Access Resource
Transportation to Physical Location Required
Virtual Option(s) Available
Cost
Free
Payment Or Insurance Accepted
No insurance or other funding accepted
Payment Or Insurance Accepted Notes
Services are free.
Language Interpretation Offered Notes
"Can connect with translators and interpreters through case management"
Language Translation Offered Notes
"Can connect with translators and interpreters through case management"
Documentation Required Notes
"We ask for name and basic information."
Confidentiality
Privileged (Attorneys, Mediators, Domestic Violence Shelters, etc.)
Relationship With Carceral Systems Notes
"We Actively Work with the Police, Courts, and other Criminal Legal Systems. Our Court advocates assist survivors as needed."
Accessible To Wheelchairs Mobility Devices
Ramp(s) available
Automatic Doors Available
Accessible Parking available
Bathrooms
Bathrooms available for free
Bathrooms contain a grab/transfer bar/hook
Caretaker Accommodations
Breastfeeding spaces available
Child/Adult changing tables/areas available in all restrooms
Other Conditions For Accessing Service
Requires minors to be accompanied by adult(s)
Availability Notes
"It is on a case-by-case basis; for example, you can call the hotline to see if we have bedspace"
Also Listed By
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SQSHBook is a program led by the St. Louis Queer+ Support Helpline (SQSH)
SQSH is a grassroots, queer-led collective dedicated to facilitating healing spaces and providing holistic support for queer St. Louisans to thrive.
Our Peer Support Helpline is open
Friday through Monday, 1:00-7:00 PM CT
Local:
Toll-Free:
4220 Duncan Ave, Suite 201
St. Louis, MO 63110
