Caregivers, need help? - A Documentary UNSEEN

Posted by Becky, Volunteer Mentor @becsbuddy, Jul 18, 2025

On July 17, quite by accident, I watched a TV show called “UNSEEN, How we are failing Parent Caregivers and Why It Matters.”

Everything I heard was what I have read in this support group. The show featured a family with an autistic son, who were desperate for help, but none was available. The program states, “ Children or adults with disabilities or complex medical needs deal with barriers and challenges, including isolation and adverse health and financial outcomes.”

It is a PBS production and was combined with a show about adults caring for adult family members, especially those with dementia. Where to find the show

UNSEEN: How We’re Failing Parent Caregivers & Why It Matters https://caregiverdoc.com/

The show was excellent and I hope you can find it on your TV or computer!
What is your opinion of this show?

Interested in more discussions like this? Go to the Caregivers Support Group.

Scott R L | @scottrl | Jul 18, 2025

I saw it too.

Powerful message.

sillyblone | @sillyblone | Jul 20, 2025

Thank you for sharing!

Cheryl D | @nmrcdigman | Jul 22, 2025

Let’s just hope it will continue to be shown on PBS after the recent removal of funding.

Scott R L | @scottrl | Jul 22, 2025

In reply to @nmrcdigman "Let’s just hope it will continue to be shown on PBS after the recent removal of..." + (show)

It's a lot cheaper to rebroadcast an existing program than produce a new one, so I'll bet they will.

lg13m | @lg13m | May 20 11:06am

Thank you for the video! I will watch it. The title is aptly labeled. I do feel invisible and unseen for all my hard work, sacrifice and support, to make sure adult son gets what he needs, without the help of his father. I hope PBS will bring this show back, to spread awareness. Again, thank you for this!