Who we are
House Calls of Menomonie, Inc.
We are dedicated to enhancing the well-being of seniors, those with disabilities, and individuals facing financial hardships. Our commitment is reflected in the provision of high-quality support services aimed at promoting independent living. With decades of experience, we have been serving residents in the area, striving to make a positive impact on their lives.
Explore our website’s services section for additional information.
Our Misson
The mission of House Calls of Menomonie, Inc. is to continually improve the lives of the elderly, people with disabilities and individuals with financial challenges by providing quality support services to help them live as independently as possible.
Services
Our Services
Please explore what we have to offer.

Support Services
Providing personal care, light housekeeping, grocery assistance…

Comprehensive Community Services
The goal of Comprehensive Community Services (CCS) is to provide…

Guardianship
House Calls of Menomonie, Inc. is licensed by the State of…

Representative Payee

Supervised Visitation
Resources
Our Resources
We are providing the following links for other website information you may find helpful.
- Social Security Administration Office Locator
- Organizational Representative Payee Information
- United States of America Railroad Retirement Board
- Menomonie Chamber of Commerce
- Wisconsin Department of Health Services – ADRC
- WI Guardianship Support Center
- 211 Wisconsin
- Nursing Home Abuse
- Mental Health Resources
- A Guide to Support Caregivers of Seniors with Dementia
Members
Our Board Members

Jerry Lausted
Jerry is the current President of our Board of Directors. Jerry has been a longtime advocate for House Calls and the services we provide. Jerry first joined our Board of Directors back in 2001 and has served several terms on the board. Jerry has been involved with non-profits serving individuals with disabilities since 1972 when he became involved with ARC and Indianhead Enterprises (which is where House Calls first started). Jerry taught courses in Ag Business for 18 years. He has raised registered Angus cattle for 40 years.

Diane Josephson
Retired after 35 years as an educator in the area of Business and Information Technology. Moved back to Menomonie in 2017 after living in the La Crosse area for over 30 years. Was one of the organizers of Purple Door Thrift and More located at Christ Lutheran Church. The shop was established to serve the community by providing affordable clothing and household items to residents in and around the Menomonie area and to help support Wednesday’s Table, the food pantry, and The Spot after school program. In her spare time, Diane enjoys flower gardening.

Deb Gotlibson
Deb Gotlibson joined the House Calls Board of Directors in May 2021, after retiring from a career in the financial services industry. She serves as the Treasurer for the Town of Red Cedar. She is also actively involved with the Dunn County Fair, currently as the President of the Dunn County Fair Board. She lives near the beautiful Hoffman Hills Recreation Area with her rescue dog, Baylee.

Judy Benzel
Judy joined our Board of Directors in May 2021. She is a retired School Psychologist and Director of Special Education. Her passion for advocacy for the needs of individuals with disabilities began at a young age when her sister was born with Downs Syndrome. Judy is an asset as an active member of the Menomonie community.

Bob Irwin
Bob joined our Board in April 2022. He brings a wealth of knowledge in business to his position. Bob has been a businessman all his life, involved in a variety of businesses over the years. He has been an entrepreneur in several service industry-related businesses. For the past 29 years, Bob has worked as a tax assessor. He also owns a farm outside of Menomonie.

Jayette Giere
Jayette joined our board in March 2024. Jayette has a strong non-profit accounting background. She is recently retired from her accounting position with REACH, Inc. here in Menomonie. She has also served as the treasurer for the Dunn County Association for Home and Community Education for two years. In her free time, Jayette loves to collect Red Wing stoneware.

