Crosscut Videos

"Patrick" is one of the thousands of Washington children and young adults who experience homelessness soon after exiting psychiatric and substance use disorder treatment. Through trial and tribulation, "Patrick" attempts to navigate the labyrinth of treatment, services and setbacks in search of the stability he needs to regain his footing.

Clyde Peterson moved to Guemes Island, Washington, choosing to isolate because of diabetes and avoid the need for medical attention as a trans person.

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Matthew Pruett lost his job in the service industry. Now he ponders leaving Seattle in order to stretch his funds for housing and future work.

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Viet Nguyen's father died just as the state was shutting down during the pandemic. Unable to mourn in traditional ways, the family looks for new ways to connect.

Are you interested in sharing your story? Do you know someone whose story you'd like to see shared? We're on the hunt for stories across the PNW that truly speak to issues we're facing during the pandemic, and we need your help in finding those stories.

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Jimmy James reflects on loneliness and how to seek meaning for the big picture during the pandemic.

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Rebecca Hoogs was thrust into juggling how to work from home, teach and be a parent simultaneously, but challenges soon gave way to surprises. Join the project, add your voice by sharing a video using #IsolationDiaries

Are you interested in sharing your story? Do you know someone whose story you'd like to see shared? We're on the hunt for stories across the PNW that truly speak to issues we're facing during the pandemic, and we need your help in finding those stories.

Post your own video diaries to social media and tag them #IsolationDiaries or email us directly at crosscutaudience@gmail.com. Or tag a friend or neighbor on social media and introduce them to us