Legacy Village of Taylorsville

Leadership Team

Lance Dearden

Executive Director

Lance was born and raised in Utah, and received his undergraduate degree in mass communication and his graduate degree in occupational therapy from the University of Utah. Before beginning his career in transitional rehabilitation in 2011, he worked at the University Hospital and then Primary Children’s Hospital. Lance enjoys working at Legacy Village of Taylorsville because residents and guests are always the top priority. When he’s not at Legacy, Lance enjoys spending time with his family, running, U of U athletics, and going to the lake.

Kim Wendelboth

Sales & Marketing Director

Kim was born and raised in Florida, but is happy to call Utah home. An experience with a close friend with dementia showed Kim she had love to give to older adults. After a 25-year career in an unrelated field, Kim began her most fulfilling career at Legacy Village of Taylorsville. She understands the important and emotional decisions families face, and strives to connect with each family personally. Kim loves running and has used that passion to help start the annual Legacy River Run, where 100% of proceeds are donated to local charities. She enjoys traveling, outdoor activities, ice hockey and most of all being with her family.

Cy Reyes

Memory Care Manager

Cyrille “Cy” Reyes was born and raised in the Philippines. She moved to the United States in 2018 to pursue a career in the health care industry. She brings to Legacy years of experience as a CNA, MedTech, Resident Care Coordinator and Staff Developer. Cy’s hobbies include snowboarding and is working on enjoying hiking. She has a love for cats and enjoys taking them on long walks.

Amy Pond

Wellness Director

Amy Pond was born and raised in Holladay, Utah. She received an Associate RN degree from Salt Lake Community College in 2008 and has worked in the rehabilitation and long-term care industry for 25 years. In her spare time, she enjoys playing the viola and has performed with the Murray Symphony for 15 years. She has been the principle violist for the past 12 years. She enjoys spending time with family, friends and her cat, Buddy. Amy is always open to a good dad or viola joke.

Emily Anderson

Recreation Director

Emily was born in Utah, but grew up in Liberty Lake, Washington. She has a bachelor’s degree in experience design and management from Brigham Young University and a Therapeutic Recreation Technician Certification. Prior to working at Legacy, she taught Taekwondo for eight years. Emily has a passion for working with older adults and loves creating meaningful connections with each patient or resident. Outside of work you will find her dancing, drawing, or spending time outdoors.

Danny Segura

Food Services Director

Danny was born and raised in Chicago, Illinois. He grew a love for cooking and working with his dad who made Chicago deep dish pizzas. He completed his culinary degree at Le Cordon Bleu College of Culinary Arts in Chicago. Since then, he has worked in many different culinary fields trying to learn as much as he can. Since moving to Utah in 2017, Danny has worked in different healthcare facilities and is exited to expand that love with Legacy. In Danny’s spare time, he enjoys spending time with his wife, son and daughter. Danny competes competitively on Pokemon Go and can be found walking around his favorite park with his family catching them all! He is also a fan of football and American football, his favorite team is the Chicago Bears – “Da Bears!”

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