In the U.S., more than 105.6 million people are caregivers million family caregivers are unpaid, providing 34 billion hours of care annually, amounting to an estimated $67 billion in personal lost earnings. As caregiving in America faces the twin pressures of an aging baby boomer generation and rising life expectancy, the United States’ long-term care system threatens to tip into crisis. The film will personalize this urgent national issue through stories from caregivers and interviews with experts as they fight to give caregivers the security and support they provide for so many others. The project also includes a robust national engagement campaign.

Airs Monday, June 24th at 9:00pm

KEET and their partners will be holding an event Tuesday, June 24, from 10 a.m. to 1 p.m. at the Sequoia Conference Center.

Caregivers are the quiet heroes in our families and communities. Whether you're currently providing care or have in the past, your story matters.

Join KEET PBS and our community partners for a meaningful event that shines a light on caregiving—an experience that touches all of us at some point in our lives..

As part of our Shared Stories of Caregiving campaign, this special gathering will include:

• A screening of the new PBS documentary CAREGIVING Produced by Bradley Cooper, this powerful 30-minute film explores the emotional, practical, and deeply human sides of caregiving.
   
• Community resource tabling. Local organizations will be onsite before the film to share helpful information and services for caregivers and families.
   
• A community and panel discussion led by Scott Hammond .After the screening, join a conversation where we’ll reflect, share, and connect around the caregiving journey.
   
• Story collection - KEET PBS is collecting stories from local caregivers. We invite you to share how caregiving has shaped your life and the lives of those around you.
  
  Light snacks and refreshments will be provided.

This event is free and open to the public. Caregivers, family members, and anyone supporting loved ones are especially encouraged to attend.

Shared Stories of Caregiving
A Community Storytelling Project from KEET PBS, Area 1 Agency on Aging,Changing Tides Family Services,Department of Health & Human Services (DHHS) In-Home Supportive Services (IHSS) program and Redwood Caregiver Resource Center

As part of the Shared Stories of Caregiving campaign, and as a companion to the new documentary CAREGIVING, KEET PBS and its partners invite YOU to share a personal story about caregiving.

Why Share?
Your story can help others feel less alone, celebrate the joys and challenges of caregiving, and build understanding across our community.

How to Participate:
Theme:
Stories must center around caregiving: what it means, how it feels, and why it matters. All types of caregiving experiences are welcome.

Tone:
Be honest, respectful, and community-minded. Stories can be joyful, sad, challenging, inspiring, or reflective.

Who Can Submit:
Open to all Redwood Coast residents. We especially encourage youth and elders to share their voices. All backgrounds and caregiving experiences are welcome.

Submission Details

• Written Stories: 250–600 words
• Video Stories: Up to 3 minutes (Film vertical)
• Photos: Include photos if you have them (with permission from anyone pictured).
  
  How to Submit:
• Video Submission Deadline: September 5th, 2025
• Written Submissions: August 15th, 2025
• Submit stories and signed release form to:
  submissions@keet-tv.org
• Download the release form below
• Or mail to:
  Caregiving Story c/o KEET PBS
  P.O. Box 13, Eureka, CA 95502
  
   

All stories will be reviewed to ensure they meet PBS community standards. Please avoid swearing or inappropriate content.

By submitting, you give KEET PBS permission to share your story and images on our platforms, and possibly in our upcoming book. We may contact you for edits or more information.

Questions?
Email Katie at: kwhiteside@keet-tv.org

Tip: Not sure where to start? Just tell us what caregiving means to you, a memorable moment, or how caregiving has shaped your life. Every story matters.

Support for Caregiving is made possible by Otsuka America Pharmaceutical Inc.; OneAmerica Financial Partners, Inc.; Comfort Keepers; CareScout, LLC.; Care.com; Evelyn Y. Davis Foundation; Richard King Mellon Foundation; The Arthur Vining Davis Foundations; Ford Foundation; Ralph C. Wilson, Jr. Foundation; NextFifty Initiative (Next50); National Alliance on Mental Illness (NAMI); PATH Foundation; Care for All with Respect and Equity (CARE) Fund; The John A. Hartford Foundation; and the Corporation for Public Broadcasting.