Turning Point

Welcome to Turning Point

We offer classes, programs and tools that empower and inspire people affected by chronic or serious illness.

Welcome to learning how to live better

You'll learn specific ways to adjust to your new normal. You'll learn resilience. You'll learn how to bounce back.

Welcome to a community of supportive people

Every program or class is free of charge and is supported entirely by our generous donors.

Welcome to the rest of your life

We can't change your situation. But we can help you change the way you respond to it.

Online programs and support available. Email turningpoint@kumc.edu for additional information or call 913-574-0900. We will call you back promptly.

Get involved

Learn how you can make a difference and support Turning Point.

Program calendar

Interesting. Informative. And fun. Check out our bimonthly schedule of classes and programs.

New to Turning Point?

Send us an email or call us at 913-574-0900 to start feeling better now.

Resilience toolbox

Everyone can benefit from learning about resiliency. Our training programs can help.

For more information about Turning Point, please call 913-574-0900.

Resilience Toolbox

Turning Point’s most popular programs have been formatted for online access. These resilience models modules can benefit anyone – chronic illness or not. We offer 7 different topics to support your well-being. You'll find them all right here in our Resilience Toolbox.

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Giving Back to Make a Difference for Others

Marc Slotnick says Turning Point programs have been a life saver for him while navigating chronic lymphocytic leukemia. He is helping others by founding and facilitating a support group for those with blood cancers.

Read Marc's story

Turning Point offers sense of community and support

Goodpasture syndrome, a rare autoimmune disease, led to Amy Reinhardt's end-stage renal failure in July 2021. Turning Point, at The University of Kansas Health System, has given her a sense of community and support as she awaits a kidney transplant.

Read Amy's Story

An oasis for the soul

"Turning Point is free and it's priceless. If I have a freaky moment, I know I have the skills to stop and get my thoughts back on track. My life is so much more enjoyable. How do you attach a value to that?"

Read Carol's story

Living, Giving and Thriving

After being diagnosed with Parkinson's disease, Lou didn't know what to think or where to turn. "It was traumatic. In terms of knowing what the future might hold, I was scared." she said. But once she found Turning Point, all of that changed.

Read Lou's story