Produced by Abbey Hoekzema
Directed by Lauren Cater
An estimated 3.6 million children between the ages of 8 and 18 act as caregivers in their household to a sibling, parent, grandparent or extended family member. The Caregivers shares the intimate stories of caregiving youth growing up in the South and the social workers helping them. These young adults sacrifice their education, childhood and general well-being to support their families.