Ian was always a good kid—bright in school, gifted in music, and known for his warm smile. So, when his mother, Jackie, began noticing changes around age 12—panic attacks, self-harm, and thoughts of suicide—she grew deeply concerned. When Ian came out as trans, Jackie felt an unexpected relief: at last, she understood what he was going through and how to support him. As they navigated the challenges of his transition together, Jackie discovered that empowering Ian also opened the door for her to embrace her own authenticity.

After Caregiving is a documentary style web series in which former caregivers are asked to recount their experience in the weeks, months and years after their caregiving responsibilities end.