Within the population of South Lanarkshire there is an increasing demand for hospice care. We are keen to increase the end of life care available in our community. Kilbryde Hospice recognises that we need to understand what the care needs are and how we can most effectively implement them. This requires evidence and knowledge which is driven through research. Kilbryde Hospice is a research active hospice and participates in a variety of research projects throughout the year.