Even your frail parent can exercise

If your parent is frail and sedentary, even on bed rest, he can still benefit from gentle and appropriate exercise tailored to his condition. It's dangerous for an untrained person to move anyone who's sick or frail, so don't try to figure out a routine by yourself. First consult with a physical therapist, who can assess your parent and come up with a safe, beneficial exercise routine, then train you to assist on your own. If you don't live nearby, you can arrange for a physical therapist to make regular visits to help your parent, similar to a visiting nurse. Your parent's doctor or medical team can give referrals to physical therapists.