Finding Camelot is uniquely designed to foster emotional intelligence and heal generational trauma, offering a model for personal and communal transformation. 

Our structure and values create a nurturing environment where members can reconnect with themselves and others, breaking harmful cycles and fostering resilience, empathy, and self-awareness.

By fostering emotional intelligence and addressing the root causes of generational trauma, Finding Camelot is laying the groundwork for a society where individuals are whole, relationships are harmonious, and the cycles of pain and disconnection are broken. This is not just about survival; it’s about creating a culture where everyone has the opportunity to thrive emotionally, socially, and spiritually.

Every child deserves the benefits of growing up in a large, loving family—without the financial strain or exhaustion that often comes with it. Our communal living model provides a built-in village where children thrive in a socially rich, supportive environment, while parents share responsibilities and regain balance in their lives.

1. A Built-In Social Network

• Children naturally learn through interaction
• In a communal setting, they develop key social skills—cooperation, empathy, and responsibility—by growing up alongside peers
• They have a diverse range of role models and friendships.

2. More Guidance, More Care

• Raising children takes time and energy, and no single parent can do it all alone
• In a communal home, dependants benefit from multiple trusted adults who provide guidance, supervision, and mentorship
• Children receive more attention, not less
• Parents gain the peace of mind that comes from knowing they are never alone in meeting their children’s needs
  

3. Freedom to Grow, Stability to Rely On 

• Communal structure balances independence with support
• Children experience the security of knowing they always have a place within the community, while also learning age-appropriate responsibility
• Younger children have constant supervision, while older kids gain increasing responsibility and independence
• This prepares them for adulthood in a way that fosters confidence rather than fear.

4. A Childhood Without the Stress of Adult Burdens

• Financial stress of parents often trickles down to children, shaping their sense of stability and security
• Communal living removes that weight, ensuring that every child grows up in an environment where basic needs are met, resources are shared, and life’s uncertainties don’t disrupt their sense of home.

At Finding Camelot, we’re redefining what it means to raise a family—creating a space where children don’t just grow up, but truly thrive.

Structured independence is the idea that children should be given the space to take ownership of their responsibilities and experience the natural consequences of their choices within a safe and nurturing environment. This allows them to:

• Make Choices 
• Solve Problems 
• Develop Self-Discipline 

Instead of micromanaging every decision, we provide children with age-appropriate freedoms, all while having a reliable framework of guidance and support. 

We embrace this approach because it balances privilege with expectation, ensuring that children develop responsibility, confidence, and self-reliance in a safe, supportive environment. 

Communal Living is Uniquely Suited 

Traditional living and parenting models often swing between extremes, with children either spoiled or left to fend for themselves. Communal living offers a balance—providing enough structure to guide development, but enough freedom to allow growth.

• A Village of Role Models – In a communal setting, children learn from multiple adults, not just their parents. They see different approaches to problem-solving, responsibility, and discipline, which helps them develop a well-rounded sense of independence
• A Safety Net, Not a Crutch – Mistakes are part of learning. In a communal home, children can take risks, make choices, and face consequences while still having a strong support system to guide them through challenges.
  

This approach recognizes that independence is not something suddenly granted at adulthood—it is built, step by step, from an early age.

At its core, Finding Camelot operates as a trauma-informed space—a community that acknowledges the impact of generational trauma and actively works to disrupt it. This is reflected in the supportive communal living model and programs like CareShare, where members take turns helping each other with childcare and other emotional labor.

1.  Breaking Cycles of Isolation

Generational trauma often isolates individuals and families, perpetuating patterns of mistrust, shame, and disconnection. Finding Camelot’s model creates intentional relationships that foster belonging and mutual respect.

How It Fosters Connection:

• Weekly household meetings encourage open dialogue and collective problem-solving, teaching members to express needs, listen actively, and collaborate without fear of judgment. 
• Members are supported in practicing vulnerability in a safe environment, learning how to ask for and provide help—a crucial skill for overcoming trauma.

2.  Using Privacy as a Tool 

Finding Camelot views privacy as a precious commodity, particularly in communal living. By offering tiered accommodations based on room credits, it ensures that everyone has access to private space when they need it.

How It Heals Trauma:

• Privacy fosters self-reflection and emotional regulation, allowing individuals to decompress and process their emotions.

• The intentional balance of private and shared spaces teaches members to set and respect boundaries, a critical step in healing from trauma rooted in violations of physical or emotional space.

3.  Multi-Generational Support Systems

Generational trauma often results from unmet needs cascading through families. Finding Camelot interrupts this by creating multi-generational support systems, where elders, adults, and children coexist in a balanced and mutually supportive environment.

How It Heals Trauma:

• Elders contribute wisdom and stability, while younger members bring energy and innovation, creating a sense of continuity and purpose for all ages. 
• Members have the opportunity to rewrite harmful narratives by witnessing and participating in healthier relationships.
• Dependents see adults modeling emotional intelligence and accountability, breaking the “do as I say, not as I do” cycle that perpetuates trauma.
  

4.  Changing the Narrative

The philosophy of Finding Camelot directly challenges the narratives of scarcity, individualism, and competition that perpetuate trauma on a societal level. Instead, it champions abundance, collaboration, and mutual care.

How It Heals Trauma:

• Members are immersed in an environment that proves another way of living is possible, breaking the internalized beliefs that lead to fear, mistrust, and conflict.
• Generations raised in this system will grow up with a new story—one rooted in love, resilience, and interdependence.