Rosa Washington

One of Olympia ManagementOlympia Management, Inc. exists to meet the needs of the affordable housing community by providing top-quality living conditions, excellent management, compassionate interaction with tenants, and cons... More, Inc.’s employees, Rosa Washington, the Property Manager at Alex Place and Lake Ridge Apartments, will be retiring at the end of the year.  Rosa began with her properties in 1999 and transitioned with them to OMI at our startup in 2014.  Rosa handles the two properties with expert and loving care and considers the complexes part of her family.   “I think Alex Place and Lake Ridge are special because they are not just complexes; I consider them to be an extension of my family,” said Rosa.  “My motto is we are our brother’s keeper and for the most part we try to look out for each other, especially our children.  I have found that if you just give a child a few encouraging words, that can make a world of difference in the way they see themselves.”  After noticing that many of the school-aged children of Alex Place lacked constructive after-school activities, Rosa spearheaded the creation of the Homework Club. One resident does a majority of the tutoring, and Rosa ensures the students have snacks and supplies.  “I found there was a need for the children, as well as adults, to have access to a computer to complete homework assignments.”

One of the biggest events she has organized at Alex Place is the Safety/Fun Day.  The Fire, the Sheriff’s, and Police Departments come out to celebrate with the residents. The children can play on the fire truck and ambulance and the lights and with the sirens of the police vehicles.

Those who work with her closely at OMI have great things to say about Rosa.

“Rosa has been a great community person and cares about the youth and their education.  I am very impressed with her involvement with the children, or as she would say ‘My Babies.'”

Eddie Williams, Regional Property Manager

“Rosa has been one of my most valued assets out in the field.  She always has been very reliable and trustworthy.  She has always gone above and beyond her regular duties to help out her residents in any way possible.  I will truly miss Rosa and her ability to get the job done and with efficiency.  She’s been there over the years for kids coming home from school, that she even started a Homework Club for them.  I’m sure most of the parents really appreciated that and will also miss her.”

Becky Lang, Head Division Manager.

Rosa leaves a legacy of love, caring, and leadership for her tenants.  Olympia ManagementOlympia Management, Inc. exists to meet the needs of the affordable housing community by providing top-quality living conditions, excellent management, compassionate interaction with tenants, and cons... More, Inc.,  is proud to have had Rosa Washington as part of our family and wish her well in her future endeavors.