June 1, 2023
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
May 11, 2023
The last three years have been a challenging time, causing many people to be concerned with their mental health. This trend has hit seniors particularly hard. According to the CDC, 20% of adults over 55 are concerned about mental health issues like cognitive decline, anxiety, and depression. The impact of mental health related issues on … Read More
May 11, 2023
Not everyone has the opportunity to discover their vocation at the age of 12, but that’s what happened for Alyssa Bobman Cohen, the new Director of Marketing at the Mary Schwartz Summit. And it happened at Kline Galland. As a young girl, Alyssa recalls her parents being big proponents of giving back to others, especially … Read More
May 10, 2023
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
April 19, 2023
After a hiatus due to Covid-19, Kline Galland’s Bistro Nights are returning to the Mary Schwartz Summit. Jeremy Duitch, Executive Chef and Corporate Director of Culinary, has been with Kline Galland for 23 years. We sat down with Jeremy to talk about the history of Bistro Nights, and all the details on the upcoming event … Read More
April 17, 2023
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
April 13, 2023
If you suddenly became ill and unable to communicate, who would make healthcare decisions on your behalf? To remind adults of all ages about these important questions we must all address, April 16 is National Healthcare Decisions Day (NHDD). The aim of NHDD is to “inspire, educate and empower the public and providers about … Read More
March 21, 2023
Spring is planting season, so it’s fitting that March is dedicated to healthy eating. Fifty years ago, the Academy of Nutrition and Dietetics designated this month as National Nutrition Month. This annual campaign invites everyone to explore how they can make informed food choices, develop healthful eating habits, and incorporate more physical activity into their … Read More
March 21, 2023
Results from a recent survey commissioned by the Centers for Disease Control and Prevention showed that 83% of U.S. adults in their 60s and 70s used at least one prescription drug in the last 30 days. Keeping on top of medications is one of the most important and challenging tasks for aging adults and their … Read More
February 28, 2023
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
