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Scenario

When your parent with dementia no longer recognizes you

My mom has dementia and yesterday she looked at me with complete terror like I was a stranger trying to hurt her. I cannot stop thinking about that look on her face.

More people experience this than they realize.

What we've seen

The dissolution of a foundational relationship forces a confrontation with the impermanence of identity and love.

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.

If this sounds familiar, the Library can help you find the bigger picture.