Tim Daly, CCH Pounder and Other Members of The Creative Coalition Share Their Caregiver Stories

There are 48 million unpaid family caregivers in the U.S. — including many actors who are members of The Creative Coalition — a nonprofit that tackles issues of direct importance to the arts and entertainment industry. 

Recently, The Creative Coalition partnered with AARP to launch the Entertainment Industry Commission on Caregiving to advocate for the needs of family caregivers.

Here are their personal stories:

Tim Daly Reflects on Caring for His Mom

Madam Secretary actor Tim Daly talks about the challenges of family caregiving that he experienced firsthand. As president of The Creative Coalition his organization is working with AARP to advocate for more federal support for family caregivers in the U.S.

David Alan Basche on Nursing Home Staffing Standards

When David Alan Basche’s mother called for help in her nursing home room, nobody answered. Now the Diplomat actor advocates for nursing staffing standards that will improve care for her and others

Diedrich Bader’s Emotional Journey as a Caregiver

Lucky Hank actor Diedrich Bader’s experience caring for his father, who suffered from Alzheimer's, led him to become an advocate for family caregivers. He is working to get practical resources for those providing care. 

Mädchen Amick on Being a Sandwich Generation Caregiver

Riverdale actress Mädchen Amick describes the toll of being sandwiched between two generations as caregiver for her mother and son. She is advocating for family caregivers to have more support.