Working in a Nursing Home

Question
There is a nursing home for elderly men and women. What is the ruling on changing their diapers and taking care of them?
Answer

I say, and with God's guidance: It is considered a permissible act due to the need and necessity for such service to the elderly. If the person performing the work takes good care of them and has a sincere intention, he will be rewarded by God Almighty for his work, provided that a male does not see the private parts of a female among the elderly, and a female does not see the private parts of a male among the elderly. And God knows best.

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