10/07/2025
🌟 Meet Bob Watada, a true community leader and lifelong educator. 🌟
Bob and his wife, Rosa, have been residents of Cascade Manor for six years. His favorite thing about living here is the strong sense of community and getting to know his neighbors. As Activities Chair, he organizes a wide range of activities, from musical performances and holiday celebrations to many other events that bring residents together.
Before joining Cascade Manor, he dedicated 32 years to public service in Hawaii. He worked in job development helping individuals who had lost their jobs or needed training, and later spent 11 years regulating political campaigns to ensure transparency and accountability. Early in his career, he also served in the Peace Corps in Peru, helping farmers build cooperatives and strengthen their communities.
Even today, he continues his mission of education and cultural awareness. As a volunteer with the Asian American Council of Oregon, he shares Asian traditions, music, and film with the broader community. He also organizes the annual Hiroshima and Nagasaki commemoration in Eugene, helping the community understand the history and lasting impact of these events.
We’re proud to have Bob and his wife as part of our Cascade Manor family, helping make our community stronger and more connected every day.💚
