Jersey Battered Women’s Service, Inc. (JBWS) who has provided valuable life saving services to victims of domestic violence and their families since 1976. Their mission is to prevent domestic violence through the protection and empowerment of the victim, to rehabilitate family members, and to educate the public about domestic violence and its consequences. “The Business of Me” is provided to women who are in their on-site transitional housing program.

Dress for Success is a not-for-profit organization that provides interview suits, confidence boosts, career development and self-sufficiency to low-income women making the transition from welfare to work. Their programs assist women by addressing their social and economic needs in relation to work, home and community. “The Business of Me” is provided to women in the Professional Women’s Group.

“Turning the Corner provided "The Business of Me" seminar to members of our Professional Women's Group. Our clients found the seminar to be very helpful, informative, and encouraging. I was particularly impressed with Nancy's holistic approach to the subject manner and skillful interaction with the group. She facilitated a warm and comfortable atmosphere for our clients to talk freely about money concerns while also providing them with useful information and practical financial advice, a unique combination among financial seminars. Our clients were truly energized and inspired by the experience.”
- Victoria Cabrera, Professional Women’s Group Coordinator, Dress for Success

Vera House is a not-for-profit human service agency providing direct client service, community education, and community planning in the Syracuse/Onondaga County community with a primary focus on domestic violence. Its mission is to enable and empower women in crisis and their families to live safe, self-sufficient lives through the provision of direct service, promotion of community awareness, and advocacy for system level change, with a particular focus on the issue of domestic violence. “The Business of Me” is provided to women who are in transitional housing program.

“I cannot begin to tell you how much I have enjoyed your presence here. You bring light, energy and passion through your program but also as a phenomenal woman. I look forward to your return. We have gotten all wonderful reviews on you and your program. Thank you.”
- Yvette Borne, Project Coordinator, Vera House

“I could never thank you enough for bringing your incredible gifts to Vera House. It has been a blessing to have you with us. I look forward to our continued partnership.”
- Randi Bregman, Executive Director, Vera House

Safe Horizon is the largest provider of domestic violence services in the country. Collaborating with the criminal justice system, Safe Horizon offers innovative programs that provide women with support throughout the complex process of leaving violent relationships and building safe futures. For survivors of domestic violence, stalking, rape, and sexual assault, Safe Horizon offers services that help them and their children move toward safe and independent violence-free lives. “The Business of Me” is provided to women who are in the Safe Horizon shelter(s). “The Business of Me” is also provided the Safe Horizon outreach program for the Families of Homicide Victims Program. Many of the women who attend the program are or were victims of domestic violence.

Testimonials from women survivors of domestic violence

“I have a more positive outlook on my future”

“I see I've accomplished some of my vision and I didn't even know I did it until taking this class”

“Been a pleasure to be apart of a group where the emphasis was placed on the “I can” attitude”

“I cannot thank you enough for the opportunity and hope that you share. Your heartache was overcome by you-I know my financial heartache CAN be overcome by me. It is wonderful how approachable you are, too!”

“My outlook has changed in a positive way. I will do the things I was putting off for so long.”

“ The one thing I noticed was how without a vision and without rid of negative self-talk you can't move on. Thanks for helping me get ‘moving on' financially.”