LeadingAge WA 2026
Real AI Tools with Real Results
June 3 | 10:30am
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Wenatchee, WA | June 3, 2026
Amber Bardon, CEO
Speaking Session: Real AI Tools with Real Results | June 3 | 10:30am
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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.
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AI-Focused Blogs
If you’ve ever had your mom forward you an email from a “Nigerian prince” or your dad call in a panic because his computer “got hacked,” you’re going to love this one.
On the latest episode of Raising Tech, I sat down with Kitboga—YouTube legend, master scam-baiter, and (unofficial) modern-day Avenger. I’ve had his videos playing in the background during more late-night email marathons than I’d like to admit. Talking to him live? Next level.
In senior living, the ultimate goal is to provide the best care and experience for residents. But behind the scenes, your business systems are only as powerful as the data that feeds them. If your systems are running on outdated, duplicated, or siloed data, it can undermine everything from financial reporting to resident care planning.
Let’s talk about why clean data matters and how data warehousing, data lakes, and cleanup strategies can set your organization up for long-term success.
Artificial Intelligence (AI) is revolutionizing industries worldwide, and senior living communities are no exception. But what does AI really mean for senior care? Is it about robots taking over? (Spoiler: No.) AI is simply a powerful tool that enhances efficiency, improves resident experiences, and streamlines operations.
Over the past few weeks, I’ve had the privilege of diving into the world of artificial intelligence (AI) in senior living through conversations with two of the brightest minds in the industry: Joe Velderman, VP of Innovation at Cypress Living, and Sarah Thomas, CEO, global age-tech expert, and venture partner. Both Joe and Sarah bring
AI-Focused Podcast Episodes
Guidebooks & Whitepapers
This guidebook provides leadership teams with a strategic framework for understanding, evaluating, and implementing robotics safely and effectively within their communities.
Built specifically for senior living leadership teams, the guide emphasizes that successful robotics adoption requires alignment between infrastructure, business systems, security, and organizational culture.
Falls are one of the most critical safety concerns in senior living communities, with serious implications for resident well-being and operational risk. A Guide to Falls Technology by Parasol Alliance offers a comprehensive look at how senior living communities can transform their falls management strategies through technology.
The guide outlines how modern, tech-enabled tools such as motion sensors, wearable devices, smart beds, AI-powered monitoring, and EHR integration are replacing outdated, reactive methods. These systems enable early detection, predictive risk analysis, and faster staff response, ultimately reducing fall rates and enhancing resident safety.
A Guide to AI in Senior Living is a practical, plain-language resource created specifically for senior living communities across the U.S. It’s designed to help your organization confidently navigate the world of artificial intelligence without the hype.
In this guide, we break down what AI really means for senior living, highlight trusted industry resources, and explore AI tools that can deliver real value to your community. We share real-life examples, recommended vendors, and practical use cases.
You’ll also find step-by-step guidance on how to get started with AI in your organization, along with tools for responsible governance. This includes recommendations for forming an AI steering committee, defining key roles and responsibilities, building meeting agendas, and developing sample policies like appropriate use of tools such as ChatGPT.
Artificial Intelligence, more popularly known as AI, is a buzzword we are hearing about everywhere. Like many things, the concept of AI has evolved over time and more recently, it has evolved rapidly. At Parasol Alliance, many of our clients have been inquiring as to how AI can benefit their business and what to be aware of. In this whitepaper, we have spoken to the industry leading experts to gather their thoughts and predictions.
Senior Living Resident-Exclusive Education
In this episode, Michael Lynn explores Apple Intelligence and how it enhances your everyday experience across iPhone, iPad, and Mac. Learn how built-in AI tools can help you write, organize, create, and even interact with the world through your camera.
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.