Retta Young

About

Retta Young, MPA is the Owner and Senior Living Advisor of Assisted Living Locators – Northern Virginia South, where she helps seniors and families navigate independent living, assisted living, memory care, and long-term care planning with clarity, compassion, and confidence.

Before becoming an entrepreneur, Retta spent more than 20 years in federal service, including leadership roles in acquisitions and contract management. Today, she combines her experience in public service, strategic planning, community engagement, and senior advocacy to support families throughout Northern Virginia.

Retta is deeply committed to civic engagement, housing, education, senior advocacy, and strengthening the communities she serves. She currently serves as President of the Prince William Committee of 100 and was appointed to serve on the Prince William County Housing Board.

Her community involvement also includes serving as a Board Member of My Natural Me, a nonprofit organization; a member of the Rotary Club of Stafford/Fredericksburg; a member of the Prince William Chamber of Commerce; a member of the Virginia Black Chamber of Commerce; a member of the National Association of Women Business Owners (NAWBO); and a Member and Business Sponsor of 1 Million Cups.

Through her business and community leadership, Retta remains focused on connecting people with resources, creating meaningful partnerships, advocating for seniors and families, and helping strengthen the quality of life throughout Prince William County and the greater Northern Virginia region.