Our Staff:
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Taylor Jorgensen- Executive Director701.347.0032
Taylor Jorgensen joined Community of Care as Executive Director in June 2026, bringing experience in healthcare operations & leadership, human resources, and marketing. She earned a BS from North Dakota State University and an MBA with an emphasis in Healthcare Administration from the University of Mary in Bismarck. As Executive Director, Taylor provides leadership for Community of Care's governance, development, and daily operations. She is passionate about building strong relationships with donors, volunteers, and community partners to help older adults throughout rural Cass County remain safe, independent, and connected to the communities they call home. Taylor lives in rural Cass County with her husband and their two children and is honored to serve the communities her family proudly calls home. She works full-time, sharing her time between offices. -
Lauren Prante, Care Coordinator701.967.8502
Lauren is a proud Casselton native and graduate of Central Cass High School. She earned her Bachelor of Arts in Social Work, with minors in Psychology and Criminal Justice, from Presentation College in South Dakota, and later completed her Master of Social Work degree at the University of North Dakota.Before joining Community of Care in October 2017, Lauren served as a Director of Services, supporting individuals with cognitive disabilities and helping them achieve greater independence and quality of life. Her passion for serving others and strong background in social services make her a valuable resource for older adults and families throughout rural Cass County.
As a Care Coordinator with Community of Care, Lauren assists individuals with Medicare enrollment, Medicare Part D plan reviews, assistance paperwork, community referrals, and navigating available resources. She divides her time between the Casselton and Arthur offices, providing personalized support and guidance to help individuals access the services they need.
She and her husband have called Casselton home as a family since 2017, but both grew up in the small town. Together they have two children and are proud to be raising the next generation of Squirrels.
She can be found in the Arthur office on Mondays, Tuesdays, and Thursdays, and in the Casselton office on Wednesdays and Friday mornings.
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Gwen Fraase, RN, BSN - Northern Cass Faith Community Nurse701.967.8502
Gwen grew up in Moorhead, MN. She has nursing degrees from NDSU and Presentation College in SD. She has worked in numerous and diverse nursing settings including; Clinical, Hospital, Mental Health, Home Health, Public Health and Migrant Health. She continues as a Faith Community Nurse in the Buffalo, Tower City area. She is married, has three grown sons and lives by Buffalo, ND. She serves as the Faith Community Nurse for Community of Care. She joined our staff in April 2016 and works on Wednesdays and Thursdays in our Arthur office.
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Cindi Godbout, RN - Casselton Faith Community Nurse701.347.0032
Cindi brings a wealth of nursing knowledge and a heart for serving others to her role as Faith Community Nurse. Originally from the Twin Cities area, she graduated from St. Mary's College in St. Paul and is a licensed Registered Nurse with extensive experience in healthcare, specializing primarily in geriatrics.
Cindi and her husband have made their home in Casselton, where they raised their son and have become active members of the community. When she’s not caring for others through her nursing work, she enjoys spending time as a proud grandmother to her two grandchildren.
As Community of Care’s Faith Community Nurse, Cindi provides health assessments, education, support, and referrals, helping individuals connect with resources that promote health, independence, and overall well-being. Her compassionate approach and years of experience make her a trusted resource for older adults and their families.
Cindi serves clients from the Casselton office on Tuesday & Wednesday.
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Natalie Keller - Volunteer Coordinator and BookkeeperNatalie Keller is a dedicated accounting professional with a Bachelor’s Degree in Accounting from Minnesota State University Moorhead (MSUM). Throughout her career, she has gained extensive experience working in a variety of financial positions, developing strong skills in bookkeeping, financial management, and organizational support.
Since 2015, Natalie has proudly called Casselton, North Dakota, home, where she resides with her husband and their four children. Family is at the center of her life, and she enjoys spending quality time outdoors with her loved ones, whether at the lake or on the farm.
In her role as Bookkeeper and Volunteer Coordinator at Community of Care, Natalie combines her financial expertise with a passion for serving others. She is committed to supporting the organization's mission through accurate financial stewardship and meaningful volunteer engagement, helping strengthen the community and the people it serves.
Natalie can be found in the Casselton office on Monday, Tuesday, Thursday, and Friday mornings.
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Charley Rose, RN- Kindred area Faith Community Nurse701.346.6000
Charley Rose joined Community of Care in 2024 as a Faith Community Nurse, serving the communities of Kindred, Davenport, and Leonard. With more than 20 years of nursing experience, he is passionate about helping older adults remain healthy, safe, and independent while continuing to live in their own homes.Charley earned bachelor's degrees in Education from Mayville State University and in Nursing from the University of Jamestown. He is a Board Certified Psychiatric-Mental Health Nurse and spent more than two decades caring for patients at Sanford Health. Throughout his career, his commitment to compassionate, high-quality care has been recognized with several honors, including the DAISY Award, the Florence Nightingale Award, Clinical Employee of the Year, and the Sanford Knowledge Award.
As a Faith Community Nurse, Charley enjoys building relationships with the people he serves and helping them feel safe & heard. He believes that listening is one of the most important parts of providing care and values the opportunity to make a positive difference in the lives of older adults throughout rural Cass County.
Outside of work, Charley enjoys spending time working in his yard, spending time with his English Setter, and being with family and friends
Charley serves Kindred, Davenport and Leonard. He works in the Kindred office on Mondays and Thursdays.
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Lee Ann Monilaws, RN - Casselton Faith Community NurseLee Ann Monilaws joined Community of Care in January 2026 as a Faith Community Nurse, serving the Casselton community. Originally from Beach, North Dakota, she brings nearly 22 years of nursing experience and is passionate about helping older adults remain safe, healthy, and independent in their own homes.
Lee Ann earned both her Bachelor of Science in Nursing and Master of Science in Nursing from the University of Mary. Throughout her career, she has cared for patients in emergency medicine, pediatric intensive care, inpatient eating disorder treatment, and program development and education. These experiences have given her a broad clinical background and a deep appreciation for meeting people where they are.
As a Faith Community Nurse, Lee Ann enjoys connecting clients with the services and resources that allow them to continue living safely and independently. She finds it especially rewarding to support older adults during this stage of life and hopes to make a positive impact for each person and family she serves.
Outside of work, Lee Ann enjoys spending time with her husband and their three children. She also enjoys gardening, reading, and spending time outdoors. She volunteers as a second-grade religious education teacher at St. Leo's and serves on the parish's Social Concerns Committee.
