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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.
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Thank you for being part of the Odyssey House community. We hope you enjoy exploring our story.
Substance use treatment services for women at the Odyssey House Family Center
At Odyssey House Family Center, our commitment to providing comprehensive substance use treatment services for women with children is rooted in a profound understanding of the unique challenges they face. In alignment with the National Institute on Drug Abuse (NIDA)...
Our Mother’s Day Celebration is May 9th!
Details to follow!
Happy New Year from the Recovery Center!
Happy New Year! We invite you to join us at the Recovery Center this January to work on your recovery resolutions and have some fun! Check out some of our latest exciting activities: Roundtable Meeting, Mondays at 1 pm Bilingual Support Group, Tuesdays at 2 pm Bowling...
How we support families in treatment over the holidays
We often refer to our recovery community as the “Odyssey House Family.” Our caring, devoted staff make our organization feel like family. Angelique Diaz is a senior Family Clinician at Odyssey House. Ms. Diaz recently shared the intentions she and her colleagues at...
How to avoid relapsing this holiday season
As we look forward to celebrating the holidays with family and friends, we also prepare for the challenges of this time of year. Substance Use Disorder is a chronic relapsing disease, and this time of year can be especially triggering for folks in treatment and early...
Check out our Fall 2023 newsletter
See what's going on at Odyssey House! Learn about enhancements to Odyssey House's treatment model, new grants to support women with children, our fall events, and more. Click here to download it and share it with your friends and colleagues! To support the work we do,...
Season’s greetings from Odyssey House!
Wishing you a joyful holiday season! We are grateful for the generosity and commitment you’ve shown us over the past year. Your support has helped hundreds of New Yorkers in need to achieve a healthy, lasting recovery. This year’s holiday card image was created by...
Give the gift of hope on Giving Tuesday
Odyssey House has been dedicated to providing comprehensive and compassionate addiction treatment for individuals and families for more than 50 years. Our mission is to empower individuals to overcome substance use disorders and reclaim their lives. This Giving...
Specialized support for mothers and children
Moms struggling with drug and alcohol addiction often face a tough choice: taking care of themselves or taking care of their children. At Odyssey House, moms don't have to make that choice. Healthy Mothers, Healthy Families 3 (HMHF3) is a component of the Family...
Running with purpose: Marathon team achieves their fundraising goals
Over the past decade, Odyssey House's "Run for Your Life" program has trained more than 600 individuals for the grueling New York City Marathon. The skills needed to complete a marathon – organization, focus, persistence, and resilience – bear a remarkable resemblance...
“I think everyone should support recovery.”
"The power of a second chance and not giving up on people is absolutely integral to the type of work I do." -Tess Alexander, Odyssey House charity runner Please meet Tess Alexander, a public defender who has seen Odyssey House’s work in action through the clients she...
“It’s the mission of Odyssey House manifested through running.”
"When you can look at someone and build them up, seeing people get better, showing the world that people can get better - those things are extremely powerful." -Dylan Tavolacci, Odyssey House Runner Please meet Dylan Tavolacci, a veteran supporter of ours who is...
Vocational services at Odyssey House
At Odyssey House, education and training are fundamental components of sustainable recovery and personal growth. We connect clients with educational programs tailored to their individual strengths to equip them with the tools and knowledge necessary to secure...
Support our 2023 TCS NYC Marathon team!
Team Odyssey is gearing up for the TCS New York City Marathon on Sunday, November 5. This year, we've assembled a squad of 60 members consisting of our dedicated staff, clients, alums, and volunteers. Together, we've set our sights on a fundraising target of $50,000,...
Odyssey House awarded grant for comprehensive integrated outpatient treatment program
In September, the NYS Office of Addiction Services and Supports awarded Odyssey House a grant to develop an integrated outpatient treatment program. Odyssey House will receive $760,000 in one-time-only funding and support services for up to 18 months. This grant is...
Artistic talents shine at arts festival
Three members of the Odyssey House Art Project received well-deserved recognition at the 18th Annual Recovery Fine Arts Festival. Nelson B. (Leadership Center) earned first place in the photography category for his piece, “Pathways of Support,” while Leopoldo R....
Runners brave the elements to celebrate recovery
Despite the gusts and rain of Hurricane Ophelia, the spirits of Odyssey House employees and their families, program staff and clients from other NYC-based treatment agencies, friends and family of people in recovery, and our corporate partners remained high as they...
Run for Your Life 2023
CELEBRATE RECOVERY DAY IN NYC! Saturday, September 23, 2023 Please join Odyssey House in commemorating Recovery Month at the 18th Annual Run for Your Life. Enjoy the natural splendor of Randall's Island Park on a 5K course featuring urban gardens and waterfront views....
Ophelia’s heavy rain and winds did not stop runners at Run for Your Life 5K
By James Ford PIX11 RANDALL’S ISLAND, N.Y. (PIX11) — Despite Tropical Storm Ophelia’s non-stop rainfall, steady winds, and occasionally strong gusts; a few hundred participants, supporters, and staff at an addiction recovery program were outside for hours to promote...
I Run and…PREPARE
Meet Odyssey House runner Johnell. Johnell has made wellness and fitness cornerstones of his recovery journey. He established the Odyssey House Manor Kitchen Garden to support his plant-based diet. Recently, Johnell met Nowon chef and owner Jae Lee, who came to...
Check out our 2022 Annual Report
A New Day Maxims, or guiding principles, play a crucial role in drug treatment programs by providing individuals with valuable insights and support to aid their recovery journey. The maxims we use at Odyssey House are simple, concise phrases that hold important,...
Senator Fernandez Hosts Press Conference in Honor of Overdose Awareness Day
Bronx, NY— As part of the global effort to raise awareness about the devastating impact of overdose deaths and to highlight the urgent need for comprehensive solutions, Senator Nathalia Fernandez held a press conference on August 31st, Overdose Awareness Day at Jacobi...
Working together to overcome overdose
“The big step that many take is to get on the path to recovery, but support is needed along the way. Residential programs are the best support that they can get to be guided every single day and empowered every day to make better choices.” -NYS Senator Nathalia...
I Run and…
Celebrating recovery one step at a time. Join us on September 23rd for our annual Run for Your Life event on beautiful Randall’s Island! Throughout the month leading up to our big event, we will share stories from our recovery runners who have utilized the health and...
Listen: Why are drug dealers putting fentanyl in everything?
In the second of a two-part series on fentanyl, the Search Engine podcast features an incisive interview with a former opioid dealer and Odyssey House client who has turned his life around in treatment and is on a mission to prevent other people from becoming addicted...
“Treatment is an investment at a bargain price that we cannot afford to pass up.”
Letter to the Editor Is Portland’s Decriminalization of Drug Use the Right Approach? In today’s New York Times, Dr. Peter Provet, Odyssey House President & CEO, responds to a recent article about Portland's drug crisis. To the Editor: Re “A Drug User’s ‘Paradise’”...
Reintegration services available at Odyssey House
Odyssey House offers reintegration support for residents moving towards independent living from long-term recovery from substance use disorders. Our main objective is to help residents prepare for a fulfilling life beyond the program by fostering positive social...
Celebrate recovery at Run for Your Life
Saturday, September 23rd 9 AM - 12 PM Randall's Island Park Field #10 (next to Icahn Stadium) New York, NY 10035 Ready to run? Registration is now open!
Sponsor Run for Your Life today!
Our annual Run for Your Life 5K Run & Recovery Walk returns on September 23rd, and we have a variety of sponsorship packages available! Join us in September as we recognize the perseverance of the families, young adults, and seniors who work so hard for a...
Stabilizations services available at Odyssey House
As a certified 820 program, the George Rosenfeld Center for Recovery (GRCR) offers high-quality, culturally responsive stabilization and rehabilitation services for individuals with substance use disorders. Our 820 stabilization program assists individuals in...