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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.
Team Odyssey is ready to run!
On Sunday, our team of residents, alumni, staff, and friends will take on the NYC Marathon, and they need your support! Show your encouragement by cheering for them at Mile 19 (1st Ave & 117th St), posting inspiring messages on our Facebook, or donating to their...
Transitional housing program will assist parolees with community reintegration
As part of a pilot program, the Edgecombe Residential Treatment Facility converted to a transitional housing program. The $2.5 million investment by New York State is aimed at reducing recidivism, assisting parolees re-entering the community, and diverting them away...
Support our 2022 marathon team!
Team Odyssey is thrilled to again have the opportunity to pound the pavement in the TCS New York City Marathon on Sunday, November 6. This year, we have a team of 56 staff, clients, alumni, and volunteers. Our team has set a fundraising goal of $50,000, and they need...
GRCR hosts breast cancer awareness event
Odyssey House staff held an event today at the George Rosenfeld Center for Recovery in honor of breast cancer awareness month. Staff and clients gathered to learn about breast cancer risk factors, the importance of taking care of their physical health, and how to...
RFYL Weekly: Marathon tips on fueling up
This Saturday, the Run for Your Life team will not be meeting up in Central Park; instead, the team is scheduled to volunteer for the "City Challenge" on Randall's Island, which starts at 7:00 am in front of the Icahn Stadium. RFYL volunteers will assemble near the...
Harm reduction, treatment, and recovery
Odyssey House supports harm reduction in conjunction with treatment and recovery. As part of a comprehensive approach to addressing substance use disorders through prevention and treatment, harm reduction helps save lives by being available and accessible in a manner...
Fall fun at the Recovery Center
This October, have some fall fun at the Recovery Center! We have a wide variety of groups and activities that will keep you entertained all season long. You can join us for activities like: Combined men's and women's support group, Mondays at 1 pm Bilingual Support...
Run for Your Life 2022
CELEBRATE RECOVERY DAY IN NYC! SATURDAY, SEPTEMBER 17, 2022 Please join Odyssey House in commemorating Recovery Month at the 17th Annual Run for Your Life. Enjoy the natural splendor of Randall's Island Park on a 5K course featuring urban gardens and waterfront views....
Recovery from addiction is the focus of the Run For Your Life
By James Ford PIX11 RANDALL’S ISLAND, Manhattan (PIX11) — September is National Recovery Month, and PIX11 once again showed its support for people in their journeys over addiction through our commitment to the Run For Your Life. The event is organized by Odyssey...
Street outreach initiative aims to connect individuals to care
The New York State Office of Addiction Services and Supports (OASAS) has awarded $250,000 to Odyssey House in one-time funds to support street outreach activities in Harlem. Recognizing the many reasons individuals do not seek substance use disorder treatment in...
For parents with substance use disorder, advocates call for resource and support instead of family separation
With treatment often difficult to access – especially for Black, Indigenous, and people of color (BIPOC) families – intervention from child protective services usually stops short of providing the resources families need. Journalist Pamela Appea of Prism talked to...
See what’s going on at Odyssey House in our latest newsletter
The Summer 2022 edition of Odyssey House News is now available online! Learn about our evidence-based approach to treatment, how new programs and grants are expanding our services across the agency, our Mother's Day fundraiser, client accomplishments, and more. Click...
How to sponsor our 2022 Run for Your Life
Our annual Run for Your Life 5K Run & Recovery Walk returns on September 17th 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...
Join us in June at the Recovery Center
Summer is right around the corner, and as the days get warmer, we invite you to take advantage of our latest exciting activities, including our new combined men's and women's support group on Mondays at 1 pm. You can also join us for activities like: Bilingual Support...
Our 2021 Annual Report is now online
Persevering to Provide Care and Hope The last two years have changed how we all live, work, and look at the world, but what hasn’t changed is our commitment to the health of our clients and community. When NYC shut down, we continued to focus on what we do best:...
Women recovering from addiction get second chance at motherhood
By Jay Dow PIX 11 There is an old saying that it takes a village to raise a child. But at the Odyssey House’s George Rosenfeld Center for Recovery on Wards Island, the villagers are also in need of a helping hand. Alexis is 21 years old with twins. “When I was...
Mother’s Day celebration supports women and families in recovery
On Wednesday, May 4th, Odyssey House held its annual Mother's Day Celebration – in person for the first time in two years – to recognize women in leadership whose commitment to recovery strengthens families throughout NYC. The event raised more than $70,000 for women...
Mother’s Day Celebration 2022
Please join us for a breakfast in support of the women and children in treatment and recovery at Odyssey House. Wednesday, May 4, 2022 9 - 11 am George Rosenfeld Center for Recovery 13 Hell Gate Circle Wards Island, NY 10035 We have a variety of ticket options and...
Odyssey House Family Center offers substance abuse treatment, child care services for mothers
By News 12 Staff News 12 The Bronx The Odyssey House Family Center on Wards Island provides substance abuse treatment as well as child care services for women with children. News 12 spoke to one mother on Wednesday who transformed her life through the Odyssey House....
The Art of Dreaming
Moms at Odyssey House are encouraged to start planning for the future early into their treatment. Odyssey House graduate and mom April put it best, "My past doesn't define me - the future does." Check out the final chapter of our five-part series on the Art of...
May events at the Recovery Center
Spring is finally here and as the days get longer, we invite you to take advantage of our latest exciting activities, including our new combined men's and women's support group on Mondays at 1 pm. You can also join us for activities like: Arts and Crafts, Wednesdays...
The Art of Connection
"You learn a lot about yourself from other people. It's like shadows and light. You know what I mean? You need one for the other." -Lydia, Mom & Odyssey House Client Lydia, Monae, and Alexis continue sharing their recovery journeys in the fourth of our five-part...
The Art of Recovery
The Art of Motherhood Chapter 3: The Art of Recovery "I want to be my own superhero. My own knight in shining armor sort of thing. Save myself." -Lydia, Mom & Odyssey House client There is so much great content dedicated to the art of recovery. We love seeing and...
Today’s Treatment Models Use All the Tools in the Toolbox
Behavioral Health News, Spring 2022 By Peter Provet, Ph.D. President & CEO, Odyssey House Treatment for substance misuse begins before someone walks through the doors of a rehabilitation center asking for help. It starts when a person acknowledges their life is...
The Art of Doing the Work
The Art of Motherhood, Chapter 2: The Art of Doing the Work Recovery is work. Artwork is work. Motherhood is work. And there is so much joy to be found in all of these effortful expressions. Maya Angelou put it this way, "We delight in the beauty of the butterfly but...
The Art of Motherhood
Our Mother’s Day 2022 Celebration is fast approaching, and the moms at Odyssey House are excited to celebrate the love, connection, and commitment they share with their children in our new 5-part series on the Art of Motherhood. Check out the first video below:...
Meet our 2022 Mother’s Day honorees
We are pleased to announce the distinguished honorees of our 2022 Mother’s Day Celebration! Please join us on Wednesday, May 4th as we celebrate our honorees and the women and families in treatment at Odyssey House. LEADERSHIP AWARD Chinazo Cunningham, MD...
Janice Glenn-Slaughter
Mother's Day Celebration 2022 Special Recognition Award Vice President, Director of Mental Health and Housing Services, Odyssey House Janice is responsible for overseeing all aspects of the Odyssey House housing portfolio. Our portfolio includes 420 permanent and...
Chinazo Cunningham, MD
Mother's Day Celebration 2022 Leadership Award Commissioner, New York State Office of Addiction Services and Supports Dr. Cunningham is a physician, researcher, and public health professional who brings over 20 years of expertise in substance use treatment to OASAS....
Akiko Kyei-Aboagye
Mother's Day Celebration 2022 Community Service Award Partner, Urban Architectural Initiatives Akiko joined Urban Architectural Initiatives in February 2006, working as a project manager and then associate and designer on a variety of projects. She was named a...