The Hospice Team
The Latreia hospice team is guided by the needs and wishes of the patient, family, and includes them as important members of the care circle. This integrated, multi-disciplinary group includes:
The Patient and Family
The Patient’s Hospice Physician
Hospice Medical Director
Specially Trained Nurses
Medical Social Workers
Spiritual Counselors
Home Health Aides
Physical, Occupational + Speech Therapists (as needed)
Non-Medical Volunteers
Bereavement Counselors (available to assist with the grieving process)
Medications
Medications related to Primary Diagnosis or Terminal Illness prescribed for Patient's comfort.
Pain Medications
Nausea and Vomiting Medications
Medications to reduce Anxiety and Agitation
Bowel Care Medications to control complications by proxy of Pain Medications
Durable Medical Equipment
Bedside Commodes
Geriatric Recliners (Geri-chairs)
Hospital Beds
Nebulizers
Overbed Tables
Oxygen
Shower Chairs
Wheelchairs
Hospital Medical Supplies
bandages and other wound care supplies
briefs, pads, and other continence care supplies
gloves
oxygen tubing and other oxygen supplies
personal care products including soap, shampoo, body lotion and barrier creams (Company Brand)
positioning devices including cushions and wedges
adult wet wipes