January 31, 2023
Note: This post includes information from The Seattle Times reporter Karen Ducey’s article: Celebrating the blessings of 70 years together Victor and Regina Amira met each other through friends at the movies. Victor, a local Seattleite, grew up in Seattle’s Central District – which was a Jewish neighborhood at the time. Regina, on the other … Read More
January 31, 2023
With the signing of the “Consolidated Appropriations Act” an exciting new provision of the Legacy IRA Act has officially gone into effect, allowing a donor to fund a charitable gift annuity with a qualified charitable distribution from their IRA. What does this mean for you? If you’re over 70 ½, you are now allowed to … Read More
January 31, 2023
Acclaimed Seattle Jewish artist Nancy Current is the graphic artist behind “When a Poor Man…” hanging at the Kline Galland Home. The piece is part of the Charity series, consisting of six mixed media works. Nancy has saved the five remaining Tzedakah prints for the Kline Galland Home From the Artist: The Charity Series features … Read More
December 19, 2022
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
December 19, 2022
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
December 19, 2022
The true spirit of philanthropy – the desire to give to perpetuate a specific work – is at the heart of the support offered each day by our generous friends and donors. Our community is amazing, and we are always looking for opportunities to make it easier to give back to Kline Galland. That’s why … Read More
November 28, 2022
Travel is back in full swing. As people prepare to visit friends and family across the world, it’s important to make sure you and your loved ones are staying safe. If you are an older adult considering travel, there are a list of precautions to take that will help you stay healthy during your trip: … Read More
November 28, 2022
As the cold weather settles in, many people become prone to late mornings wrapped in a blanket or early nights cozied up with a good book. While there’s nothing wrong with an occasional lazy Sunday, it’s important to stay active to avoid the consequences of sedentarism. Sticking to your workout regimen is hard, so we … Read More
November 28, 2022
The end of the calendar year is the perfect time to reflect on how far we have come and where we are going. As an organization born over 108 years ago, Kline Galland has a rich history and a tenacity to see our mission continue for many, many years to come. For those who do … Read More
October 28, 2022
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
