Volunteering at Kline Galland As National Volunteer Week approaches (April 21-27), we are celebrating the incredible impact that volunteers have on communities around the world. In 2021, nearly 61 million U.S. adults dedicated 4.1 billion hours to volunteering, estimating the economic value of those hours at about $123 billion. From lending a helping hand to […] Read More
How do you want to live? Advance care planning is like a roadmap for your future. It’s a way to make decisions about possible medical treatments in case you’re unable to advocate for yourself. And, contrary to what most people think, it’s not just for seniors or those toward the end of life – it’s […] Read More
It’s American Heart Month, which encourages us to literally listen to what our heart needs to be healthy. Heart disease remains a leading cause of mortality worldwide; around one in five U.S. deaths are caused by it. The good news is that you can protect yourself against heart disease – even small actions can make […] Read More
Although it started later than in 2022, the cold and flu season is back – and more robust than ever. Spikes in cases of influenza, COVID-19, and respiratory syncytial virus (RSV) are leading news headlines, and all three can be deadly. About 12,000 people have already been hospitalized with the flu this year. The good […] Read More
There is no denying that as we age, seniors often experience changes in sleep. These can be biological, such as sleep tending to be “lighter” and easier to wake from, as well as environmental, like changes in social life and daily habits. Regardless of the changes, it is still recommended that seniors get about 7-9 […] Read More
We are pleased to share with you Kline Galland’s 2022 Annual Report to the Community. This latest edition of our Chai Lites Newsletter highlights the wonderful impact we have had serving our community. As a non-profit organization, we are deeply grateful for all your support. If you are on our mailing list, this edition of […] Read More
The use of technology usage amongst older adults has skyrocketed in recent years, spurred on even faster by the COVID-19 pandemic. This appetite for new technology is not likely to subside when the pandemic does, as the current population of seniors are much more familiar with technology and expect more out of it. Today, among […] Read More
At Kline Galland, our volunteers are integral to the team care offered to residents, patients and their families. Whether serving as a community volunteer at one of our facilities, or as a trained hospice volunteer, our volunteers’ gifts of time, companionship and support are invaluable. Joining our Kline Galland team this year, we are pleased […] Read More
For more than a decade, 77% of seniors have continually reaffirmed their desire to age in place at home. There are many reasons to want to stay put: better budgets, neighborhood friends, protected independence, and fond memories are just a few. But remaining at home throughout the twilight years presents significant challenges; in addition to […] Read More