RFYL canceled tomorrow, September 26
Dear Runners, Walkers, and Supporters, With a nor'easter approaching and a state of emergency declared for New York City by Governor Kathy Hochul, we have made the difficult decision to cancel tomorrow's Run for Your Life 5K Run & Recovery Walk at Icahn Stadium....
Bid for a cause at Run for Your Life
This Saturday, September 26, runners, walkers, and supporters will gather at Icahn Stadium on Randall's Island for Odyssey House's 21st Annual Run for Your Life 5K Run & Recovery Walk. After you finish the course, stop by our silent auction. It's another way to...
“You can’t hide at a starting line.”
“I want every woman hiding in addiction to look up, see me, and know that she does not have to face recovery alone.” Women make up a third of people living with Substance Use Disorder, but only a fifth of those in treatment. Odyssey House is closing this treatment gap...
“Every day that I stay sober is a win.”
Meet Omar, an Odyssey House client and member of the Run For Your Life team. Runners like Omar also explore creativity through acting workshops, expressive arts, journaling, and continuing education. That spirit shaped this year's Run For Your Life series. Join Omar...
“I don’t have to numb this pain ever again.”
Meet Melvin, a dedicated member of Run For Your Life. Melvin describes the healing that running brings to his recovery journey. While Melvin prepares for the NYC Marathon, he’s running the trails of beautiful Randall’s Island. Come join him at the Run for Your Life 5K...
Leading NYC providers launch residential treatment collaborative for pregnant women and mothers with young children
New York, NY, Sept. 1, 2026 — A coalition of leading New York City residential treatment providers has come together to launch the NY Downstate Women & Children Residential Workgroup, a new collaborative initiative dedicated to strengthening services, improving...
Ease into autumn at the Recovery Center
Back-to-school season is upon us, so why not ease into the season at the Recovery Center? We offer a wide array of services, including: *New!* Round Table meeting (all are welcome), Mondays at 1 pm Bilingual Support group, Tuesdays at 2 pm Bowling at Gun Post Lanes,...
PIX11 joins as media sponsor, with James Ford set to emcee
We're excited to announce PIX11 as the official media sponsor of the 21st Annual Run for Your Life 5K Run & Recovery Walk! Emmy Award-winning reporter James Ford will return as emcee for the day, bringing his energy to the stage as we gather at Icahn Stadium to...
The Summer 2026 Newsletter Is Here — With a New Look
Our Summer 2026 newsletter is out now, and this issue comes with a refreshed design alongside the news. We've streamlined the layout to make it easier to move through the stories that matter most — from major program milestones to the voices of the clients we serve....
Save your spot! Run for Your Life 5K registration is open
Twenty-one years of showing up. Twenty-one years of walking, running, and rebuilding — together. Registration is officially open for the 21st Annual Run for Your Life 5K Run & Recovery Walk! Join us as we walk and run side by side with individuals and families...
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