Women Empowering Women's mission is to provide a nurturing culture where women can grow personally and professionally. We never charge dues or fees and instead ask that you consider a donation to our chosen annual nonprofit.
In 2025, we are fundraising for Turning Point!
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Turning Point began providing individual and group counseling as well as legal and non-legal advocacy to address its mission to confront domestic violence in McHenry County. In 1986, advocates formed the Alternatives to Abuse Program now called Partner Abuse Intervention Program. Child services and childcare began in 1989, relieving another barrier preventing women from seeking help. A secure emergency shelter opened in January of 2007. Today, Turning Point offers a comprehensive array of services for families experiencing domestic violence.
Domestic violence does not discriminate — perpetrators, abused spouses, partners, and families come from all demographic categories. Therefore, Turning Point’s services reach all socioeconomic, educational, and cultural populations in McHenry County.
