Your having a hard time Martin, keep strong, bad times always pass and you will emerge stronger from the experience, although I am sure you dont feel like that just now.
Go easy on the Grouse! wont do much good.....hark at me! Mr T Total!!

.......aye, one yi go...a right good dram, at the right time, will make it easier.
There must be some organisation that will help you and your Mum properly.....just a case of finding it........
All the very best to you Martin.