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At Odyssey House, we believe in transparency, community, and celebrating progress. Our News Archive is a place where you can explore the stories that have shaped our work—milestones in recovery, moments of advocacy, community events, and the voices of those we serve.
Whether you’re a long-time supporter or just learning about us, this archive offers a window into the heart of our mission.
Here’s what you’ll find:
- Newsletters – Browse through years of Odyssey House News, our twice-yearly publication highlighting client achievements, program updates, and staff stories.
- Event Coverage – See recaps and photos from our 5K run, art openings, community celebrations, and special gatherings.
- Recognition & Impact – Read about awards, partnerships, and the measurable impact of our programs.
- Archives by Month – Looking for something specific? Use the filter to find what you’re looking for quickly.
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If you have questions or are looking for something you can’t find, don’t hesitate to contact us. We’re always happy to help.
Thank you for being part of the Odyssey House community. We hope you enjoy exploring our story.
RFYL Weekly: Fatigue-fighting workouts
Tomorrow’s Run for Your Life outdoor workout will begin at 8:00 am in front of the George Rosenfeld Center for Recovery (GRCR) on Wards Island. The team goal for this Saturday is to complete a 7 ½ mile run down and back on the FDR Drive trailway immediately followed...
Wellness Wednesday Tip: Beat the heat
It’s HOT out there! Whether you’re spending time in your own outside space, planning a trip to the beach, visiting a local park or trail, or simply doing your usual outdoor exercise, keep these tips in mind to stay hydrated and prevent overheating. Always have water...
RFYL Weekly: Why running is so important to recovery
Saturday’s Run for Your Life outdoor workout will begin at 8:00 am in front of the George Rosenfeld Center for Recovery (GRCR) on Wards Island. Once again don’t forget to join us on Strava – this week’s running goal is to maintain base pace running for 6 miles. Also,...
NYC helping our tenants keep their pantries stocked
Food insecurity has long been a problem in underserved communities, but the pandemic has exacerbated it significantly. That’s why we’re so grateful to William Rivera of Bronx Community Board #9, NYC “Food Czar” Kathryn Garcia & the NYPD 43rd Precinct for...
Help us fight the epidemic within the pandemic
The global pandemic is dominating the news but at Odyssey House, we are still working hard to reduce the deadly opioid epidemic that killed more than 67,000 Americans in 2019 – a tragic number that is predicted to increase significantly this year. More than 1,500...
RFYL Weekly: 7 tips for buying new running shoes
With NYRR announcing the cancellation of the 2020 NYC marathon, “Run for Your Life” participants will be focusing more on strength training and injury prevention. Saturday morning’s Run for Your Life training will begin at 8 am in front of the George Rosenfeld Center...
Wellness Wednesday Tip: Budget-friendly foods
This week's Wellness Wednesday Tip from our in-house nutritionist & wellness coordinator, Tara Mardigan: Food prices have risen coast to coast since the Covid-19 pandemic as supply chains have experienced major disruptions. Keeping nutritious foods on hand is one...
Odyssey House receives Starbucks Neighborhood Grant
The Starbucks Foundation has awarded Odyssey House a $2,500 Neighborhood Grant to support our COVID-19 response efforts. Odyssey House is one of 400 organizations nationwide to receive grants as part of its efforts to support communities impacted by the pandemic....
Training opportunities in July
Odyssey House provides ongoing training for social workers, mental health professionals, and substance abuse counselors. The topics range from training on evidence-based practices to those with an administrative focus. We offer courses approved by the NYSED Office of...
Join us at the Recovery Center in July
We're excited to announce that the Odyssey House Recovery Center is open and fully staffed. So, if you want to get out of the apartment and have a friendly, safe place to go, COME HERE! We have an amazing group of recovery coaches here to assist you. Check out our...
Celebrating 15 years of Run for Your Life
Please join Odyssey House at the 15th Annual Run for Your Life on Saturday, September 12th! This family-friendly event on Randall's Island raises awareness of and funds for the recovery movement with a day of festivities, including children’s games and face painting,...
Sponsor our 15th Annual Run for Your Life Virtual 5K!
Every September, Odyssey House marks National Recovery Month by bringing together present and former clients, staff members, friends, and supporters for our signature event, the annual Run for Your Life 5K Run & Recovery Walk. This year, Run for Your Life is going...
This will not stand.
“Injustice anywhere is a threat to justice everywhere.” Martin Luther King Jr., April 16, 1963 As we witnessed the horrific death of Mr. George Floyd, killed on the streets of Minneapolis by a white police officer while fellow officers looked on, we were all...
Neighbor helping neighbor
Since the coronavirus pandemic made social isolation a public safety necessity, behavioral healthcare providers have been sounding the alarm on the potentially harmful effects on people with mental health issues. This makes supportive housing programs for people...
Team players in a pandemic
Since the coronavirus pandemic hit New York City, Odyssey House staff and clients alike have been stepping up, taking on new responsibilities to keep their colleagues and fellow clients safe and healthy. Essential workers stepping up and taking on new roles to keep...
Check out our June training calendar
Odyssey House provides ongoing training for social workers, mental health professionals, and substance abuse counselors. The topics range from training on evidence-based practices to those with an administrative focus. We offer courses approved by the NYSED Office of...
Today is the day! #GivingTuesdayNow
Today we are joining people across the country to encourage generosity in support of those most affected by the global COVID-19 health crisis. For the people in our programs grappling with the impact of the opioid epidemic, this has been a particularly challenging...
Telehealth services support essential workers in recovery from opioids
Since the coronavirus pandemic hit New York City, Odyssey House staff and clients alike have been stepping up, taking on new responsibilities to keep their colleagues and fellow clients safe and healthy. John B., 37, came to Odyssey House Outpatient Services in June...
Staying connected in recovery
Since the coronavirus pandemic hit New York City, Odyssey House staff and clients alike have been stepping up, taking on new responsibilities to keep their colleagues and fellow clients safe and healthy. Outpatient Services Online and In Touch During daily check-ins...
5 ways to support Odyssey House from home
In these challenging times, we’re incredibly heartened by the community surrounding our cause, especially because you are a part of it. Together, we know we can accomplish anything. Because even a pandemic can’t stop our mission of helping New Yorkers in need overcome...
Everyone is Googling ‘will life ever go back to normal?’
New York Post By Natalie O'Neill The phrase “will life ever go back to normal?” has spiked dramatically in Google searches as the coronavirus crisis continues to rage this week — and with good reason, psychiatrists tell The Post. The number of people searching the...
Thank you from the OASAS Commissioner
Arlene Gonzalez-Sanchez, Commissioner of the NYS Office of Addiction Supports and Services, sends a personal thank you message to New Yorkers working in the addiction and recovery field who are keeping the people in our care safe, healthy and sober during the...
Staying focused on recovery in the midst of a pandemic
Since the coronavirus pandemic hit New York City, Odyssey House staff and clients alike have been stepping up, taking on new responsibilities to keep their colleagues and fellow clients safe and healthy. Gary, 56, entered Odyssey House last summer, after years of...
“It’s all hands on deck.”
Since the coronavirus pandemic hit New York City, Odyssey House staff and clients alike have been stepping up, taking on new responsibilities to keep their colleagues and fellow clients safe and healthy. Since joining Odyssey House two years ago as a housing...
Odyssey House responds to COVID-19
During this public health crisis, Odyssey House remains committed to serving the most vulnerable people in New York City. Our treatment and supportive housing programs are open and running essential services to help New Yorkers in need to overcome drug and alcohol...
Are you drinking too much during coronavirus lockdown?
by Suzy Weiss New York Post Is another public health crisis brewing beneath the coronavirus pandemic? New research shows that Americans are turning to alcohol to soothe their nerves while in isolation. US sales of alcoholic beverages skyrocketed by 55 percent the week...
How Isolation Can Affect Substance Users
by Dorissa White BronxNet Reporter Dorissa White speaks to Mary Callahan, Senior Manager, Director of Outpatient Services, to discuss the treating people in recovery via telehealth and how to stay connected while sheltering in place.
Help us protect our frontline staff
Every day, our staff provides essential services to the individuals in our treatment and housing programs, and we need PPEs urgently to keep our staff and clients safe and healthy. If you have N95 and/or surgical masks that you can donate, please drop them off at the...
COVID-19: An update on our services
At Odyssey House, the health and safety of our clients and staff are our top priority. In keeping with this philosophy, we are keeping all of our facilities open for new and existing patients with prudent and thoughtful screening practices. We have implemented CDC...
Mother’s Day Awards Breakfast postponed
As an organization working with a medically vulnerable population, Odyssey House’s primary responsibility is to our community – our children, our families, our staff, and you, our supporters. With that in mind, we have made the difficult decision to postpone our...