About Us
A Personal and Inspired Idea
Our Roots
The idea for Our Legacy Care Donation came in the quiet hours of the night in 2011 when our founder Joan woke up with a vision—what if we could sponsor elderly adults in the same way we sponsor children in need? Could donations help fund the care that so many seniors desperately require but cannot afford?
This vision was deeply personal. In 2008, our founder moved in to care for her grandmother, Agnes, who had been diagnosed with dementia. Despite the family's best efforts, finding consistent care was difficult, and the reality of elder care limitations became clear. After Agnes passed in 2009, the need for a solution to help seniors weighed heavily on her heart.
With years of experience in elder care management, taking calls from worried families and answering questions about services, costs, and insurance, she realized that one question always remained unanswered: “What if I can’t afford it?”Private in-home caregiving is often not covered by medical insurance, leaving many seniors without the help they need.
In 2013, the concept of Our Legacy Care Donation was born. Instead of creating a new care service, the nonprofit partners with existing home care agencies to provide financial assistance to seniors in need. These agencies already have licensed, bonded caregivers, ensuring that funds go directly toward trusted, professional care.
For too long, this vision remained just an idea. But with determination and support, Our Legacy Care Donation is now a reality, offering seniors the dignity, independence, and assistance they deserve. Through donations, we can ensure that no elderly adult is left without care simply because they cannot afford it. The need is great, but together, we can provide a solution.
Our Board
Joan Cady
President/Founder
Joan Cady is a dedicated advocate for elderly care and the founder of Our Legacy Care Donations a nonprofit organization that helps seniors who cannot afford caregiving services. With a career in Private Duty Home Care industry since 2008, she has extensive experience in elder care and home safety.
As a Certified Senior Advisor and care manager, she specializes in conducting in-home safety consultations to ensure seniors can live comfortably and securely. Her passion lies in empowering families and individuals with the resources they need to navigate aging with dignity and support.
Bernadette Espinoza
Treasurer
Bernadette brings over 21 years of experience as a dedicated Licensed Vocational Nurse (LVN), with a strong backgrounds in Apheresis, Urgent Care, and Geriatrics. Three years ago, she made a bold transition into the world of fiduciary services, working alongside a licensed Fiduciary to manage Trusts, Conservatorships, and provide care management. She earned certificates in Trust and Conservatorship Management from Cal State Fullerton, and through this work, discovered her true calling: being a voice for those who can no longer speak for themselves.
In March 2025, she turned that passion into purpose by launching her own practice as an independent Care Manager. She is deeply committed to this next chapter—advocating, supporting, and making a meaningful difference every step of the way.
Allison Burgos
Secretary
Allison is deeply committed to serving seniors—a passion that those close to her describe as a natural part of who she is. Her own journey through cancer profoundly shaped this calling. This taught her the vital importance of treating the whole person, not just the illness. This holistic perspective continues to guide both her professional approach and personal philosophy.
With nearly two decades of experience in the private sector, Allison has devoted her career to providing high-quality, compassionate, and dignified care for older adults. She holds a degree in Respiratory Therapy and currently works in care management, specializing in support for individuals living with dementia and Alzheimer’s disease. Her innate ability to connect with seniors and their families has earned her consistent recognition from both colleagues and clients.