We call it getting real about your recovery. And that’s more than a slogan. It’s Odyssey House’s way of supporting your total well-being so you can live a life of health and purpose.
Getting real means understanding the unique problems of New Yorkers because we’re New Yorkers, too.
Getting real means providing integrated, person-centered treatment that addresses all of your needs—your physical and mental health, your home and family, and your job and education.
Getting real means providing you with a support community of people who understand you and your challenges—for life.
For over 60 years, Odyssey House has been helping New Yorkers like you tackle those problems so they can start their lives over again.
We call it getting real about your recovery. And that’s more than a slogan. It’s Odyssey House’s way of supporting your total well-being so you can live a healthy, happy, and substance-free life.
What does Odyssey House mean by ‘getting real’?
‘Getting real’ is how we describe our commitment to person-centered care, supporting total well-being, and healthy, happy life.
It is the mission of Odyssey House:
To provide comprehensive and innovative services to the broadest range of metro New York’s population who:
- Abuse drugs
- Abuse alcohol
- Suffer from mental illness
To provide high quality, holistic treatment impacting all major life spheres: psychological, physical, social, family, educational, and spiritual.
To support personal rehabilitation, renewal, and family restoration.
In all of its activities, Odyssey House undertakes to act as a responsible employer and member of the community, and manage the assets of the organization in a professional manner.
Run for Your Life 2025
CELEBRATE RECOVERY DAY IN NYC! Saturday, September 27, 2025. Please join Odyssey House in commemorating the 20th Anniversary of our Run for Your Life 5K Run and Recovery Walk! Enjoy the natural splendor of Randall's Island Park on a 5K course featuring urban gardens...