I lost my dad to cancer when I was 14 and now, nearly 10 years on, I have noticed cracks starting to appear in my mum. For so long she has kept busy and distracted herself. She has always prided herself on being a together and dependable person. Following the loss of my gran, and her mum a couple of years ago, she seems to have taken a real dip. She is low all the time and seems to be really missing my dad. I dont know how to help her get through this dark period, and she isnt the type to share with me or other family members very often as she is quite head strong. I'd love to know the best way to help. I've tried suggesting exercise, trying to get into a better sleep routine, talking to someone who knows how to help like a doctor or counsellor. But her eyes glaze every time it's mentioned and I'm not sure what else to do. I have a younger sister who is still school age, and I'm struggling pretending everything is ok all the time.