Having a disabled loved one can be a very difficult experience, especially if the disabled person is a child or teen. Parents don’t often expect a child will suffer from a disability or impairment and are often confused about what direction to take.

Here’s some advice on how to take care of a bedridden person’s personal hygiene.

Taking care of a loved one who needs long-term treatment can be a lot on one person’s shoulders. This may expose you to many different emotions.

When a loved one becomes ill, there is a lot of change in store for all of the people helping to look after that person.

Looking after an ill person requires a lot of energy, especially if they are immobile or bedridden.

If possible, the person under your care should have a separate room with easy toilet access or a commode.