Summit County Turning Point Program

01/06/2026

The Summit County Turning Point Program kicked off 2026 on a high note! Our first plenary session of the year took place at the Kohl Family YMCA, where participants and staff dove into the importance of health and wellness, enjoyed a tour of the facility, and wrapped things up with a little light cardio to get everyone moving. 💪

The YMCA is an incredible community partner for Turning Point. Through their Y-Strong passes, participants who have achieved a period of successful sobriety receive individual or family memberships—opening the door to new experiences, healthy habits, and shared moments of connection.

A huge thank you to the YMCA for an energizing morning and for being such a supportive partner in our journey. We’re grateful to start the year together! 🖤 💪 🏋️

01/02/2026

Breaking news! This is the final Turning Point Times of 2025! 🗞️💥

This year marked some exciting beginnings for us as we launched our newsletter and stepped into social media—both created with one simple goal in mind: connection! We’re grateful for the opportunity to share our journey with our participants, community partners, and City of Akron, Ohio!

Thank you for being part of our story. If you’d like to be added to our newsletter distribution list, please message us—we’d love to have you! ❤️

Wishing you a joyful, healthy, and happy New Year - The Turning Point Program and Judge Joy Malek Oldfield 🫶🏻

12/30/2025

As the year comes to an end, it’s a wonderful time to celebrate how far we’ve come and look ahead with hope and purpose. What do you want to accomplish in 2026? 🤔

Today in Turning Point, clients were empowered to reflect, dream big, and begin setting meaningful goals for the new year. ✨

Below is a list of clients and their 2026 goals. We wish each and every one of them the very best as they work toward a bright and successful year! ❤️

Amanda Dolezal – Develop a relationship with my kids.
Megan Blondheim – Gain more trust with my dad so I can be more of a present mom for my son.
Michael Collier – Service to Christ.
Jody Riggs – Maintain healthy boundaries in relationships and work on steps with sponsor.
Adam Lancia – Set boundaries.
William Davis – Let go and not let my past dictate my future.
Jessica Farrell – Start 12 steps.
Jerry Frasier – Stay focused on school.
Cody Mihal – Get license back.
Charles Hull – Meet new friends to develop sober support.
Crystal Wortman – Maintain sobriety and learn to let people help me and come outside my comfort zone.
Derek Foster – Complete the Turning Point Program.

12/29/2025

Yesterday was National Call a Friend Day—A day to remember that support, connection, and checking in matter. 💙 Because recovery isn’t meant to be done alone. A simple call can offer encouragement, accountability, and hope to those closest to you🥰 Who can you call today to check in on or offer support to?📞 One call can go a long way to make someone’s day.😁

12/25/2025

Merry Christmas from the Turning Point Team!🎄❤️🎅🏻

12/23/2025

Spreading a little holiday cheer 🎄🍬 Today we gifted our Turning Point clients goodie bags filled with candy and warm wishes for a safe, sober, and JOYful holiday season. Small treats, big care, and lots of gratitude for the strength and hope our clients bring every day. 💙✨

12/18/2025

Love Akron is starting the year strong with someone who truly embodies service, compassion, and impact—our very own Judge Joy Malek Oldfield

Join us on January 28, 2026 for an inside look at what makes Judge Oldfield so special to our community. You’ll hear firsthand about her heart for Akron, her unwavering dedication to the Turning Point Program, and the powerful ways she’s helping change lives across our city.

This is more than a conversation—it’s a chance to be inspired! ❤️

12/12/2025

The Summit County Turning Point Program Alumni Group sleighed their first annual Christmas party at Hope United! The room was buzzing with ornament decorating, delicious food, and enough laughter to jingle every bell in the building.

Program Manager Jillian Zetts stepped in as judge for Best Ornament and Most Festive Outfit—a responsibility she accepted with great honor!

And in a magical moment, Judge Joy Malek Oldfield made a virtual appearance to send warm and cheerful holiday wishes to all our alumni!

It was festive, it was fun, and it was the perfect way to kick off a new holiday tradition! 🎄❤️💚

12/11/2025

🎉🐾 Happy Birthday, Red! 🐾🎉
From all of us on the Turning Point Team!!!!

Detective Kyle Shaffer from the Akron Police Department SNUD Unit is not only a proud member of our team—he’s also Red’s amazing handler. Together, they make an incredible duo, and we’re so grateful to have them both as part of the Turning Point family.

Red, enjoy your special day! May it be filled with extra love, extra treats, and all the admiration you deserve. ❤️🎂🐶

Please join us in wishing K9 Red a very Happy 5th Birthday! 🐾🖤💙🖤

12/10/2025

On December 9, 2025, ARC Recovery Services hosted its annual Women’s Christmas Pajama Party—aka the coziest night of the year! Turning Point particiants and alumni enjoyed an evening packed with festive fun, nonstop laughter, and holiday cheer! Guests enjoyed an ornament exchange, tasty snacks, and a dreamy hot chocolate bar that kept everyone warm and smiling! ❤️💚

12/08/2025

Don’t miss out on the Turning Point alumni group’s holiday party- THIS WEDNESDAY- at Tyler’s Redemption Place!!!🎅🏻🎄🤩 And be sure to bring your Christmas spirit for a chance to win a fabulous prize!!🏆 😁🙌🏼❄️

Wednesday, 12/10/25, we will be doing our Alumni Christmas get together at Hope United - we have a special guest coming to judge best ornament and best pajamas/ugly sweater, winners will get a fabulous prize 🎁 We hope to see all of our alumni there!

12/05/2025

HAPPY FUN FACT FRIDAY!!!🤪🤪🤪
Did you know we have a Rewards Closet as part of our Turning Point program to honor incentives earned in court? One of our hottest commodities is, believe it or not, a candle! 🕯️And with National Candle Day tomorrow, it’s the perfect time to shout out our fan favorite reward!🎄