How should I support my friend

I would like some advice. A close friend of mine has just found out that her mum has metastatic cancer. 
i feel like in normal non Covid times I could have gone to see her and given her hug... and we could have chatted about her feelings. I know she's scared about facing life without her mum but I don't know how to best support her. I've been dropping her text every few days to let her know I'm thinking of her. Is this ok? I don't want to annoy her by texting her or calling too often but I just want her to know I'm here for her and haven't forgotten her. Any advice on what I can do during these lockdown times would be really welcome... like I said we are close but probably haven't been in touch as often as we should have this past year.

  • I am in a similar position to your friend. My friends message me every day and I really appreciate it. It helps to know people are thinking of you. They offer to have a chat when I feel like it, but leave it to me to decide when to speak. One friend leaves little thoughtful gifts on my doorstep, like cake and books.

    I hope your friend is ok. It's lovely that you want to support her.