At age 14, my brother was molested by a stranger on his paper route. It was covered up and he received no counseling, but they did form a JC to investigate his ‘involvement’.
Such typical horrific actions- mistrust the member, figure a teen boy wanted it. Elders are not at all experts in these matters, yet they act as if they are.
I moved out early to get away from it all and worked 2 jobs to put myself through school.
Jump forward 10 years, I have 2 successful businesses, 2 beautiful kids and a lovely home.
Rough story, but such an awesome person you are. Good going. I hope you continue reading, seeking help, finding answers.