Method
This mixed-methods study uses two data collection methods: the collection of already existing quantitative and qualitative data and outputs created by the hospices in response to the pandemic (grey evidence); and, interviews with patients, carers, hospice staff, and with those responsible for hospice service design and provision.
We will use a transdisciplinary, multi-stakeholder, collaborative approach to synthesise and interpret the evidence. We will work with Marie Curie, as well as local and national stakeholders, to develop a series of reports to provide insight and understanding into changes that have taken place, as well as provide recommendations for local and national policy and practice. These reports will be issued throughout the project, to hospice service users, stakeholders, political leaders and civil society groups.
