Here, you’ll find a collection of resources on hospice care and related topics. Benaroya Community Services provides hospice and end-of-life care and services to individuals, families, and caregivers in the Seattle area. Kline Galland home also has a Hospice Focused Care unit designed to meets the needs of hospice patients and their families.
Every November, our nation pauses to reflect on the courage, sacrifice, and selflessness of those who have served in the Armed Forces. At Kline Galland, that gratitude continues year-round. Through participation in the We Honor Veterans program, we ensure that the veterans who call our community home receive not only recognition for their service but also […] Read More
For many, “hospice and palliative care” mean the last days of life. While the two care options are closely related, hospice and palliative care are not the same. Yes, both focus on relief from pain, stress, and other symptoms. But palliative care can offer comfort and support at any stage of life. This World Hospice […] Read More
When you hear the word “hospice,” what do you think of? For many people, it means “giving up” and bringing on death faster. A few imagine it to be like institutionalizing loved ones. And some worry that it simply costs too much to be an option. The truth is far from any of those scary […] Read More
At Kline Galland, grief is something we understand deeply. In a community where love runs strong and bonds are built every day, loss touches us all – residents, families, caregivers, and staff alike. Nearly 60% of those bereaved feel pressure to recover and “get back to normal” within 3 months. But, we believe grief deserves […] Read More
November marks National Hospice & Palliative Care Month, a time to honor the compassionate support these services provide for individuals and families facing serious illness. At Kline Galland, through our Benaroya Community Services (BCS), we offer both hospice and palliative care to ensure individuals receive the comfort, dignity, and peace they deserve. Understanding the differences […] Read More
Kline Galland is pleased to welcome Music Therapist Ivan Caluya, MT-BC, to our Kline Galland Hospice team! We sat down with Ivan to learn more about Music Therapy and the wonderful work he is offering Kline Galland patients. Can you tell us a bit about your background? My family moved from the Philippines when I […] Read More
At Kline Galland, we offer highly specialized and compassionate hospice care – a commitment that life is to be cherished at every moment. Our program is based on a foundation of empathy, integrity and faith and our hospice care team is coordinated by a highly trained interdisciplinary team. We are incredibly proud of the comprehensive […] Read More
According to the Journal of Psychosocial Nursing: “90% of individuals believe that talking to loved ones about end-of-life wishes is important, but only 27% have done so.” Death is an inevitable part of the human experience, but we often avoid talking about it because it’s an uncomfortable conversation topic. Unfortunately, the avoidance of discussing death […] Read More
At Kline Galland, we believe that hospice care is integral to providing comprehensive, compassionate care for all. When families are facing the realities of a life-limiting illness, hospice care can help recognize that life is to be cherished and celebrated in every moment. Our interdisciplinary team of compassionate professionals honor life and its transition into […] Read More
We’d like to invite you to attend the 2017 Kline Galland Hospice Service of Remembrance, which will take place at Kline Galland Home on Sunday, October 15 at 2 PM. We hope you will all join us at this beautiful event to honor the lives that have touched ours. Read More
