The new documentary produced by Bradley Cooper sheds light on the crisis of caregiving in the USA

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The new documentary "Caregiving", produced by Oscar-nominated actor Bradley Cooper, sheds light on the hidden struggles of caregivers in the United States. The documentary features individuals like Matthew Cauli, a father who gave up his career as a graphic designer to care for his wife, who suffered a stroke during the pandemic and was diagnosed with cancer. Cauli, who shares the daily challenges of his family on TikTok, highlighted the lack of resources for caregivers and stated that he feels "punished for doing the right thing". Cooper was inspired by his own experiences in caring for his late father and praised caregivers as "heroic individuals" for their dedication. The film also includes voices like Jocelyn Frye from the National Partnership for Women & Families, who emphasizes that the caregiving issue is widespread and not a "niche topic". Other experts, such as Ai-jen Poo from Caring Across Generations, stress that the American infrastructure is not equipped to handle the growing caregiving crisis and call for political changes. The documentary aims to spark a movement that encourages caregivers to share their stories and find common ground.