How to Support Team Odyssey at the 2026 NYC Marathon

How to Support Team Odyssey at the 2026 NYC Marathon

Every November, Team Odyssey takes on the NYC Marathon. Our team brings together Odyssey House clients, for whom those 26.2 miles are part of a larger journey of recovery, and a large team of charity runners who raise funds for our treatment and recovery programs....
Running together, recovering together

Running together, recovering together

From our 20th anniversary 5K to the NYC Marathon, Team Odyssey proves that recovery thrives on community and determination. 20 Years of Running for Recovery For twenty years, Odyssey House’s Run for Your Life program has brought together people in recovery,...
It’s not a sprint – it’s recovery

It’s not a sprint – it’s recovery

There is a powerful connection between marathon training and the recovery process. In this video, our marathon runners share what sustained effort, accountability, and community support mean to them on their path to achieving long-term goals. Their words reinforce...
Marathon runner spotlight: Sandra M.

Marathon runner spotlight: Sandra M.

Sandra Mendez is 33 years old and enrolled in our Outpatient program in the Bronx. Mary Callahan, Senior Manager, Director of Admissions, Outpatient & Recovery Support Services, introduced her to the Run For Your Life program. “I’m so thankful Mary...