Summit County Turning Point Program

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!🎄

12/04/2025

Congratulations, Carley, on your acceptance into The University of Akron School of Law. The entire Turning Point team could not be more proud of you. Your hard work, dedication, and passion have truly paid off, and we can’t wait to see all the incredible things you’ll accomplish! 💛💙🦘

12/02/2025

✨ Happy Holidays from the Turning Point Program! ✨
This year’s Fourth Annual Holiday Give Back Event was truly special. We celebrated five incredible graduates and honored the inspiring work of Hula Hoop Mom, a nonprofit dedicated to supporting family and friends grieving the loss of a loved one to overdose.❤️ Founded by Erica Summers, Hula Hoop Mom creates a space where grief is acknowledged, honored, and shared through symbolic jewelry, storytelling, and meaningful moments of connection. Her mission reminds every individual that they are not alone and that their grief deserves to be seen. 💜 We were grateful to celebrate the day with an amazing crowd of supporters including family, friends, and alumni, along with delicious pastries for breakfast. 🥐✨ Congratulations to our Turning Point graduates!!🤩🙌🏼🎓 Here’s to a bright future of recovery, sober support, and community connection. Happy Holidays! 🎁💛 https://www.hulahoopmom.org/?fbclid=IwZnRzaAOcLVtleHRuA2FlbQIxMQBzcnRjBmFwcF9pZAo2NjI4NTY4Mzc5AAEeCch6g4moUPr3UWHzpO5tWNSC-9FcNDLMA5OgfaW5nSg4x8-bs4wsl-PiFIU_aem_A9PyU7juWYqq9MmGUgeBlg

12/01/2025

On Saturday, Judge Joy Malek Oldfield was thrilled to attend the unveiling of the new Hope United playground at Tyler’s Redemption Place🛝 This playground was generously provided by 100 Women Strong OHIO and supports playtime for kids in a safe outdoor environment☀️🌱 Cookies, hot chocolate, face painting, and a fire truck/police car visit were also present on Saturday for plenty of enjoyment for the kids!😁 Judge Joy Malek Oldfield was honored to stand alongside Lakemore Mayor Rich Cole for the ribbon cutting🎀 A huge thank you to Tyler’s Redemption Place for fostering a fun, joyful, and safe community filled with happy kids, their friends, and families😁🛝🙌🏼 Your work in our community is so special!!!

11/29/2025

On Wednesday during the specialized docket meeting, 2nd Act performed one of their signature Prevention Plays. Their Short Scenes are unconnected short performances inspired by the lived experiences of members of the 2nd Act community. 2nd Act Org, Inc. is a collective of artists in recovery who use theatre, film, and drama therapy to explore the impact of substance use. Together, they empower diverse and inclusive communities by fostering understanding in the face of stigma. We were especially proud to see one of the performers—our very own Turning Point alumni, Timothy Henry take the stage!

11/27/2025

Happy Thanksgiving from the Turning Point team!!🦃 Comment one thing you are thankful for this year.🤩🍁

11/25/2025

In order to help others navigate obstacles, we first have to understand their experiences. Many of our Turning Point participants rely on public transportation, so on November 25, 2025, our team spent the afternoon riding the METRO Regional Transit Authority to several of the locations our participants frequently visit. We even made a few bus transfers to better learn the routes and gain firsthand insight into what it’s like to depend on public transit.

This experience gave us a deeper appreciation for the time, effort, and planning it takes to get around the city without the convenience of a personal vehicle. Thank you, Akron METRO, for helping us navigate the system and broaden our understanding. 🚍

After a successful bus trip, we treated ourselves to Eddies Famous Cheesesteaks and Grille in Akron. Eddie’s history spans nearly three decades, and founder/owner Ed Sutter personally prepared our delicious meals. His Main Street brick-and-mortar shop is a must-try! 🤤