Executive Staff of Woodhouse

Katia Deus

ADMINISTRATOR

Katia Deus has been serving the people of Woodhouse since 2012.  She began here as a Direct Support Professional and was later promoted to the Home Manager.  In November of 2025, she became the Administrator overseeing the day-to-day operations of Woodhouse and the Truman Worden Training Center.

Katia is a Haitian/Bahamian descendent and has lived in the United States most of her life.  She received her undergraduate degree from Devry University in Business Health Administration. From the age of nine, Katia knew she wanted to work alongside people with disabilities. Her compassion and love for those with developmental disabilities impacted her life so much she knew she found home at Woodhouse. Katia is a member of the National Association of QIDPs. She has participated in varies leadership programs in Broward County and looks forward to ensuring the residents at Woodhouse receive the best care while cultivating an environment of strong leaders.

Fun Facts:  Katia is an Aries, loves to cook and spend time with her four grandchildren.

Natoshia Melvin

CEO

Natoshia Melvin is a native of Fayetteville, North Carolina. She completed her ungraduated studies at Winston Salem State University in Social Work.  In 2006, she decided a change was needed and she packed her bags and moved to Pompano Beach, Florida.

Natoshia has worked with individuals with Developmental Disabilities for over 28 years. She began her career working as a Group Home Manager and identified quickly that her passion was to work with individuals who others saw as less fortunate and unable to thrive. Since working as a Group Home Manager, she has held varies positions in this profession. She understands that all of her experience prepared her to serve at Woodhouse. She began working at Woodhouse in November of 2006 as Director of Social Services. One year later she was promoted to Director of Therapeutic Service, and in 2012 she joyfully assumed the title as Administrator of Woodhouse and The Truman Worden Center. In November of 2025, she proudly assumed the role as Chief Executive Officer. Natoshia has been a member of NAQ which is a professional organization for Disability professionals since 2006. She also serves as a member of Soroptimist International, an organization that gives back to women in the community where she has served as President and other vital roles. Her highest priority will be to always provide the best service possible to those that were born with unique needs. Her favorite quote is “the difference between a successful person and others is not a lack of strength, not a lack of knowledge, but rather a lack of will.”

Fun Fact: Natoshia is an Aquarius who loves spending time with her family, friends and pet Bubba.