Periagoge
Scenario

When past abuse complicates present caregiving duties

I was sexually abused by my father and now he has dementia and needs care and I am the only family member left.

More people experience this than they realize.

What we've seen

Historical trauma creates moral complexity around care obligations, making duty and self-protection feel mutually exclusive.

Your guide for this
Hypatia
Hypatia works with people navigating exactly this kind of situation.
Ideas that help explain it
Worth thinking about

“Where Are You with Caregiving?”

Peri

Peri can explain why this happens, help you decide if this is the right situation for you, and point toward the right journey or coach.

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