Staying in a House with an Ex-Husband in Need of Care
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Question
I want to spend Shabbat at my daughter's house, where my ex-husband, who is in need of care, is also staying. Is it allowed?
Answer
Hello,
The prohibition of staying in the same house as an ex-husband and ex-wife applies only when there is a concern that they might come to commit a transgression.
Since they know each other well, there is more concern than with just any man and woman.
However, if the man is in need of care and is not functioning, it is permitted.
Also, if there are constantly other people present with the man and the woman, it is permitted, provided there is no interaction between the man and the woman.
In the case in question, it seems there is no concern for joint interaction.
Source
Shulchan Aruch, Even HaEzer, Siman 119, Se'if 7-8