September 1, 2021
From the Desk of Jeff Cohen, CEO The steep rise of COVID-19 cases due to the highly contagious delta variant is troubling and cause for urgent action. According to the Washington State Department of Health, an estimated 2,700 new cases are reported daily, and hospital occupancy is at the highest levels seen to date in … Read More
September 1, 2021
The world of long-term care can be daunting and confusing to navigate, especially for those who are new to it. What is Home Health? How does that differ from Home Care? How is a Home Care aid different from a Home Health nurse? Does my loved one need Palliative Care or Hospice Care? What do … Read More
July 30, 2021
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
July 30, 2021
Since the onset of COVID-19, our amazing staff has adapted and pivoted countless times to ensure the safety and well-being of our residents, volunteers, guests, and fellow staff members. We took a moment to check-in with Russell Nishimura from The Summit at First Hill to learn about how his role has evolved through the pandemic. … Read More
July 30, 2021
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
June 17, 2021
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
June 17, 2021
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
June 17, 2021
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
June 3, 2021
While it appears that there may be some light at the end of this long and winding COVID-19 tunnel, we are not out of the woods just yet. It is disheartening that breakthrough cases of COVID-19 are once again on the rise in long-term-care facilities. Because of our residents’ susceptibility and vulnerability to infectious diseases … Read More
June 3, 2021
Alyssa Bobman Cohen is no stranger to the volunteer program at Kline Galland. In fact, she began volunteering when she was only 12 years old. She is now Kline Galland’s Director of Volunteer Services and shared some insights on what has happened over the past year, where the program is headed, and the incredibly important … Read More
