We are excited to announce that Kline Galland’s CEO Jeffrey Cohen was named Senior Health Care Champion in Puget Sound Business Journal’s third annual Health Care Leadership Awards. The awards, which honor those on the front lines of the health care industry, highlight innovative and influential thinkers who have made a lasting impact on the … Read More
Kline Galland has officially changed the name of The Summit at First Hill to the Mary Schwartz Summit, in honor of a $5 million donation from local philanthropists Gary and Karen Schwartz. The family’s generous gift will help Kline Galland deal with rising healthcare costs, cover the cost of uncompensated reimbursements within Medicare and Medicaid … Read More
From the desk of Min An, COO at Kline Galland Often, cultural differences aren’t the first thing people consider when thinking about healthcare. Families and patients may consider quality of care, cost, location and overall comfort, but cultural diversity and competency of the staff aren’t often among the top priorities. However, cultural competence can sometimes … Read More
There is an old proverb that states: “it takes a village to raise a child.” At Kline Galland, we believe this sentiment doesn’t stop at childhood – it takes a village to continue caring for our loved ones throughout their lives. The work we do at Kline Galland wouldn’t be possible without our village. Last … Read More
We are thrilled to announce that Kline Galland’s Chief Operating Officer Min An is being honored with the Pamela Waechter z”l Jewish Communal Professional Award from The Jewish Federation of Greater Seattle. This award is an incredible honor and celebrates those who exemplify a passionate commitment to Jewish Life. Min has been a staple in … Read More
Being a caregiver for a loved one is an incredibly thoughtful and rewarding experience, but it is no small task. Caregivers face an array of challenges and are frequently so busy caring for others they neglect their own physical and mental health, leading to a state of burnout. Caregiver burnout is the direct result of … Read More
It’s an important question. And inevitably becomes even more important as you, or a loved one, reaches the golden years. For some, the answer of what to do is clear and concise. For others, it’s often filled with questions, concerns, research, and probably even more questions. There are two primary routes to explore: 1) aging … Read More
Throughout the COVID-19 pandemic, the safety of our residents, staff, and community has been of the upmost importance. We appreciate everyone’s understanding and patience as navigate these waters together. It is because of these safety precautions that we are now able to fully lift all visitation restrictions. At the Kline Galland Home, please schedule … Read More
We are continually humbled by the generosity that our community shows with donations and gifts to help fund our residents, employees and volunteers. In fact, Kline Galland paid nearly $3.6 million in 2020 in uncompensated care out of its own budget to ensure our residents and patients receive the best possible care. With recent state … Read More
Preparation is everything. In an emergency like a natural disaster, it’s how we make it through. It’s also how we make it through changes in our lives that we didn’t plan for–even death is something that requires serious organization. In all circumstances, being ready is how we deal with life. As a senior-care health organization … Read More