Today, we are excited to unveil a new name for our community-based services program, which offers home health, home care, hospice and palliative care to seniors throughout King County. Going forward, these offerings will be a part of Kline Galland’s Benaroya Community Services, a designation created in honor of Rebecca and Jack Benaroya’s many years […] Read More
Some of the most influential individuals in health care have been nurses. A quick list includes luminaries like Florence Nightingale, who created the first science-based nursing school in the world, and Clara Barton, who founded the American Red Cross; it also includes trailblazers like Sojourner Truth, who promoted nurse training for African American freed women. […] Read More
This week we celebrate the importance of volunteer service; it’s National Volunteer Week! Every day, people and causes inspire us by giving their time, talent, voice, and enthusiasm to make a difference in their communities. In fact, volunteering is an activity that benefits the givers as well as the recipients; health and social experts agree […] Read More
February celebrates professional home health and hospice workers with National Caregivers Day. Each year, on the third Friday in February, we recognize the individuals who selflessly devote time, energy, and compassion to ensure our loved ones are comfortable, safe, and happy. At some point, most of us will need someone to help care for us. […] Read More
It’s been a challenging year for senior care facilities across the country. The entire industry is experiencing an historic era of workforce scarcity, forcing many skilled nursing units to lower their bed availabilities. However, that storyline is trending a lot more positive at Kline Galland, and it’s all thanks to our people. I am humbled […] Read More
The rugelach is a small, crescent-rolled pastry that is commonly filled with treats like nuts, chocolate, or jam. ‘Rugelach’ is a Yiddish word that translates to “little twists,” and the pastry’s origins are believed to trace back to 1683, around the same time the croissant was invented. Since then, it has become a favorite wherever […] Read More
Good money management is always important, but as we age and our financial needs change, it becomes absolutely critical. Living on a fixed income can seem like a scary thought, but there are a number of resources and tools that can help you realize financial security and preparedness as a senior. Here are our top […] Read More
Kline Galland has long been recognized as one of the finest skilled nursing and rehabilitation centers in the country. The reason why? Our people. Kline Galland has an amazing community of residents, an exceptional team of healthcare professionals, and a dedicated group of volunteers, donors and leaders. The impact this community has on the lives […] Read More
Hot off the press! The latest edition of our Chai Lites Newsletter is available now. This summer’s Chai Lites covers the 2021 Report to the Community– our 2021 Annual Report showcasing year we had. As a non-profit organization, it’s important to us that we share the impact we have on our community, highlight our successes […] Read More
We all know food is an integral part of Jewish celebrations, and Passover is no exception. Passover, an eight-day-long celebration that commemorates the exodus of the Israelites from Egypt, is recognized by the iconic matzo bread. Featured prominently during the Passover Seder, matzo is an unleavened bread originally intended to last for long periods of […] Read More