After “retiring” from her sales job of 25 years with Floors, Inc., Nancy Delgado wanted to discover a new career that she felt good about and where she could give back to others. This led her to her position with Home Instead Senior Care, which provides non-medical services to seniors in our community such as companionship, personal care, medication reminders, meal preparation, light housekeeping, errands, incidental transportation, errands and specialized Alzheimer’s care – which enable seniors to live safely and comfortably in their own homes for as long as possible. At Home Instead Senior Care, it’s relationship before task, while continuing to provide superior quality service that enhances the lives of seniors everywhere.
Tell us a little about your family.
I have three great kids. Torrance, my oldest son, graduated from UNL last spring and moved to Denver with Kiewit Construction working as a FT Project Engineer on the Union Station. Sarah, my middle daughter, lives in Omaha and is a junior at UNO. Michelle, my youngest, is a freshman at Norris High School.
What do you see as one of the biggest turning points in your life?
Turning 50! A reality check hit when my former boss called to inform me that his only daughter (who was close to my age) died in a tragic car accident. That moment set something off in me and I felt like a “time bomb” was ticking. I realized I needed to embrace every day.
What is your favorite thing to do on a day off?
Shopping at TJ Maxx! If the weather is nice I enjoy being outside with family and friends such as taking long walks, bike rides or playing disc golf.
What is the most unique or interesting thing about you that most people probably don’t know?
A few years back I purchased a 16 ft bright orange kayak and decided to venture out on the big waters of Lake Michigan. I quickly learned our lakes are a bit different and the treacherous waters in early May were a challenge since I didn’t have much experience as a kayaker. Let’s just say not the smartest thing I’ve ever done but will say it was exhilarating !
What is the best piece of advice you’ve ever received?
Don’t cry over the past it’s gone. Don’t stress about the future it hasn’t arrived. Live in the present and make it beautiful.
What is the one goal you would most like to accomplish?
To join a mission group that has the courage to assist underprivileged families in other countries.
How would your friends describe you?
A person who likes to have fun, make my friends laugh and be a loyal friend to the end.
What is your greatest talent that you don’t utilize in your daily work life?
Scuba diving.
Which talent would you most like to have?
The ability to speak confidently in front of a large audience.
If you could change one thing about yourself, what would it be?
Not to be so critical of myself.
What is your favorite book or the last good book you read?
Currently reading- Three Cups of Tea.
What is your favorite movie?
It’s a toss-up between Titanic and The Notebook.
What is your favorite TV show?
Greys Anatomy or Private Practice
What is your favorite Lincoln restaurant?
Lazlos
If you could have dinner with one famous person from the past or present, who would it be?
Princess Diana or Mother Teresa
If our readers wanted to learn more about you and your company, where should they go?
They can go online and visit our website at www.HomeInstead.com/101.