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Women at Work, LLC (WAW) is a small, minority woman-owned management and Real Estate Development firm which focuses on developing affordable living care and residential facilities that foster healthy living outcomes. Our wide range of services include:
Development:
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Healthy Living Housing Facilities
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Affordable Senior Living Facilities
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Rehab existing buildings
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Repurpose CRE
Advisory:
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Advise Public and Private sector partners on how to incorporate healthcare and housing in their development plans.
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Strategic planning to existing facilities on resource identification and deployment.
PAST PERFORMANCE
Our experienced professionals have provided services to a wide range of clients, including:
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Multi Unit Family Dwelling Eckington, DC
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Multi family Dwelling in Bloomingdale, DC
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Advisors Consultants for ALF facilities
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Certified Aging in Place Specialist, NAHB
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13 Story Condo development, Addis Ababa, ET
QUALITY SERVICE YOU CAN DEPEND ON
Leadership Insights article, Washington ULI
Mission Statement
We seek to infuse innovation and inspiration to the development of healthy living communities.
Purpose & Passion
WAW’s main approach to development is to place a strong focus on healthcare as a fundamental ingredient to housing, resulting in healthier living outcomes for all. Aging is a part of the continuum of life and it should be as exciting and adventurous as any other phase of life
Women
At Work
Our Services
Development
Advisory
* Healthy Living Housing facilities *
* Affordable Senior Living facilities *
* Advise Public & Private sector partners on how to incorporate healthcare and housing in their development plans*
* Strategic planning to existing facilities on resource identification and deployment*
OUr
FOUNdER
Women at Work LLC (“WAW”) was founded in 2021 by Sosena’s inspiration, quest and desire to infuse her unique stylistic approach towards creating exciting and refreshing designs for those who want to age in their own communities. She has worked in various capacities in the housing industry and healthcare settings such as Hospitals, Acute Rehab Centers, Assisted Living Facilities and the Home Health Industry. Sosena is also a Certified Aging in Place Specialist where she advises contractor and architect teams in overseeing home modifications that simultaneously meet the strictest zoning and code requirements, and the needs of her clients who desire to age in their own communities.
Sosena Desta
Owner & President
Sosena has been involved in the healthcare and housing industry for over 20 years, resulting in a strong desire to lead WAW to new heights and be at the forefront of developing assisted living facilities in the nation’s capital. Sosena has worked with a diverse group of patients across the city giving her a unique perspective to understanding the challenges and needs of the various communities that make up our city.
Sosena’s main approach to development is to place a strong focus on healthcare as a fundamental ingredient to housing, resulting in healthier living outcomes for all. She views aging as a part of the continuum of life and feels that it should be as exciting and adventurous as any other phase of life with no slowing down in sight!
A graduate of Temple University, Sosena has spent the last 20 years scaling the ranks within the healthcare industry, while distinguishing herself as a forward thinker, charismatic visionary and an excellent communicator. In addition, Sosena spearheads many charity events as well as community outreach efforts. She loves to travel and learn about different cultures and spend time with close friends and family.
B. Doyle Mitchell Jr.,
President and CEO of Industrial Bank
Sosena is a LEADER in the healthcare and housing industries and has the ability to engage diverse communities within the DMV
Daniel Abebe,
Director of Operations
Delta General Serves, INC
Sosena has been in the business of rehabilitating single and multi family dwellings in DC over the years. She has proven to be business savvy, community oriented and outcome driven
Vanessa Perry,
Professor and Associate Dean for Faculty and Research at the George Washington University- School of Business
Sosena’s innovative real estate development projects have already begun to transform the industry. She leverages her exceptional leadership skills, entrepreneurial spirit and many years of experience in healthcare to create inclusive and sustainable living space. Her work helping narrow the unmet needs for affordable and accessible housing in our area
Frank E. Gainer, MHS, OTR/L, FAOTA, CMP, CAE (he/him/his),
Vice President, Meetings & Events
American Occupational Therapy Association, Inc.
I have known Sosena Desta, MPT, CAPS for over 25 years. She is very talented, capable, and COMPASSIONATE. Her passion is assisting seniors living their life to the fullest in a safe environment.
Contact Us
Get a Quote or Ask a Question
WAW, LLC
4528 4th Street, N.W.
Washington, D.C., 20017
(202) 329-9521 (office) Sosena@WAW-Womenatwork.com