Hello Oldskool77

I'm really sorry to hear about your Mum's diagnosis.

From your post it sounds as if you are doing lots to support Mum and the rest of the family at the moment. Whilst taking her for her treatment and being with her is an important task, so is maintaining a sense of "normal" home life by doing chores round the house and looking after the dog. Not only are they tasks that Mum might otherwise be worrying about but it's also helping your Dad out because he doesn't have to worry about doing the dusting or walking the dog because you are doing it. 

There are lots of ways that we can help love ones during treatment and it sounds as if you're doing that. I think that the feeling of "not doing enough" is one that many members here on the forum will be able to identify with. That feeling of helplessness is a natural part of the process. 

Keep doing what you're doing to support Mum and Dad during this time. In the words of a well known supermarket ad... every little helps! 

Best wishes, 
Jenn
Cancer Chat moderator