The Gathering 2026
Building an Intentional Network of Leaders
At The Gathering, we come together because we believe leadership is a calling. We each carry unique gifts, experiences, talents, and skills into our work and service. When we intentionally connect those gifts, we magnify our shared vision, amplify our collective voice, and advance our mutual ministries.
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Our Vision
Transforming Technology Culture in Senior Living
This means shifting the way senior living communities think about, implement, and utilize technology. Instead of treating IT as just a support function or a necessary expense, this transformation encourages organizations to see technology as a strategic asset that enhances operations, resident care, and staff efficiency. It also involves changing the way leadership approaches technology, ensuring executives and decision-makers view it as a critical component of their long-term strategy, investment planning, and overall organizational success.
State of IT in Senior Living: Benchmarking at The Gathering
Senior living leaders are making high-stakes technology decisions around cybersecurity, AI, staffing models, and systems modernization. Yet most are doing so without clear peer benchmarks
At The Gathering, Parasol Alliance is conducting a 10-minute executive micro-interview to capture how organizations are running IT today and what they are prioritizing over the next 12–18 months
What We’ll Cover
IT operating model and staffing approach
Core systems including EHR, ERP, HRIS, CRM, BI, and collaboration tools
Cyber readiness including MFA, EDR, backups, and managed monitoring
AI readiness and current use cases
Top three technology priorities and biggest blockers
What You’ll Receive
Participants will receive access to:
A co-branded, anonymized Insights Report with benchmark ranges, trends, and practical takeaways
A 1–2 page executive summary designed for board-level discussion
Optional webinar with findings and next steps
All reporting is fully anonymized and aggregated. Participation is opt-in with clear usage boundaries
Reserve Your Time Slot
Spots are limited.
If you are attending The Gathering and would like to participate in the State of IT in Senior Living Benchmarking, reserve your 10-minute time slot below.
Let’s build better benchmarks. Let’s strengthen leadership together.
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WE ARE OWNED BY 4 NOT-FOR-PROFIT SENIOR LIVING ORGANIZATIONS
Our Services at a Glance
Parasol Alliance is a full-service technology partner built exclusively for senior living communities. We begin with a comprehensive Technology Assessment and 3-Year Strategic Roadmap to align your technology with your mission and long-term goals. From there, we provide flat-rate Managed IT Services with 24/7 support, on-site technicians, network and systems engineering, business systems expertise, and dedicated client service management.
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We other 3 different tech assessments.
These are comprehensive evaluations of your IT environment with a clear, prioritized plan aligned to your strategic goals.
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Flat-rate, all-inclusive IT support including 24/7 help desk, on-site technicians, network and systems engineering, business systems support, and dedicated client service management.
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Proactive cybersecurity protection including managed monitoring, vulnerability scanning, penetration testing, HIPAA risk assessments, and email security training.
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On-site Tech@Home services that educate and empower residents, reduce staff burden, and increase engagement.
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Expert guidance for system upgrades, new construction technology design, infrastructure improvements, business systems optimization, and long-term innovation planning.
