About Bethany Home

Bethany Home is committed to providing the very best care to the senior citizens of Minden and surrounding communities. Since starting in 1920, many things have changed. However, two things have always stayed the same: Bethany Home operates as a nonprofit just as we did in the beginning, and "Loving Care with a Spiritual Touch" is integrated into the philosophy of Bethany Home today as it was first pursued in the beginning years.

Our Residential Setting Provides:

  • A Sense of "Home - Your comfort and happiness are among our top priorities!
  • Privacy - When you want it.
  • A Sense of Dignity and Self-respect - Retained and oftentimes improved.

Mission Statement

At Bethany Home, we truly believe in "Loving Care With a Spiritual Touch." It is our mission to provide holistic care, with a particular focus directed toward the well-being of each resident's mind, body, and spirit.

Bethany Home is a not-for-profit organization affiliated with the Evangelical Lutheran Church in America.

Eden Alternative Process

We are firm believers in the Eden Alternative process, the purpose of which is to eliminate loneliness, boredom, and helplessness from each resident's life. At Bethany Home, we enhance life's quality by providing a caring community for the residents, their families, our employees, and our volunteers.

Bethany Home Foundation

Bethany Home is a not-for-profit, tax-exempt organization. Funds raised are used for capital expansion and to make purchases that enhance the quality of life of Bethany Home's residents.

We graciously accept gifts and giving and are prepared to arrange assistance in gift planning that will meet individual tax needs and personal goals.

If you are interested in more information on how you can donate or volunteer at Bethany Home, stop by the business office or

give us a call at (308) 832-1594.

Board of Directors

  • Randy Sigurdson, President
  • Karla Paulsen, Secretary
  • Arlen Osterbuhr, Treasurer
  • Linda Black, Member
  • Dana Faber, Member
  • Terry Christensen, Member
  • Mary Jo Schwanka, Member
  • Reverend Logan Ellis, Member

Management Staff

  • Bob Tank, Administrator
  • Cassie Grube, Director of Nursing
  • Michelle Vanosdall, Assistant Director of Nursing
  • Karma Sinsel, Activities Director
  • Barb Detlefsen, Social Services Director
  • Diana Podewitz, Dietary Manager
  • Dayle Dornhoff, Laundry/Housekeeping Supervisor
  • Julie Terrel, R.N., Assisted Living Coordinator
  • Jodi Swartz, Business Office Manager/Medical Records
  • Lynn Tacha, Maintenance Supervisor

Bethany Home Foundation Board Members

  • Deb Granger
  • Diane Bunger
  • Rita Crooks
  • Richard Phillips
  • Michala Petersen

Want to know more about our team? Call (308) 832-1594 today!

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