About Domestic Violence
Turning Point of McHenry County, Illinois offers information about Domesitc Violence against women and children.
Because research statistics support that 85-95% of domestic violence victims are women, the feminine pronoun will be used in much of the information provided in this website. This does not mean that women never abuse or men are never victims.
What is Domestic Violence
Find out if Domesitc Violence is occuring in your relationship.
Causes of Domestic Violence
Learn about what causes Domestic Violence.
Are You Being Abused?
Abuse can be psychological, financial, sexual or physical.
Myths about Abuse
Many myths about Domestic Violence keep women in abusive relationships.
Cycle of Domestic Violence
Tension building, acute explosion and honeymoon are the 3 stages in the Domestic Violence Cycle.
Power and Control Wheel - Why She Stays
Abusers use Power and Control to keep women in abusive relationships.There are many barriers that prevent her from leaving.
Safety Planning
There are things you can do before, during and after a violent incident. It is important to take action now.
Personalized Safety Plan
Step by step plan to prepare in advance. Download a pdf to fill out and have ready.
Legal Advocacy
Turning Point of McHenry County provides Legal Advocacy at the McHenry County Government Center. Find out your rights.
Children and Abuse
Children who witness domestic violence suffer. There are many ways to help children.
Helping Victims of Domestic Violence
Guide for family and friends
What you should know about Domestic Violence
What you can do
Domestic Violence Statistics
A compilation of Domestic Violence facts (pdf) adapted from the Wisconsin Coalition Against Domestic Violence.
Turning Point of McHenry County, IL offers
For Your Safety
Erase internet Footprints - prevent abusers finding where you visit online.
Escape Site for a quick exit to google.com
1-800-892-8900 24 Hour McHenry County Crisis Line
1-800-799-SAFE National Crisis Hotline
