by Carolyn | Nov 10, 2017 | arts, support
This summer, The Barrow Group Theater (TBG) in midtown Manhattan debuted an original comedy, The Hungry Ghosts, and donated proceeds from ticket sales to the men, women, and families in treatment at Odyssey House. Scheduled to run for two nights only, the play was...
by intern | Sep 5, 2015 | Dr. Peter Provet, in the news, Opinion Pieces, support
BEHAVIORAL HEALTH NEWS By Peter Provet, PhD The key component of integrated care – coordination of primary and behavioral health services in a way that is accessible from one place – is not a new concept for many substance abuse treatment organizations, such as...
by oh-admin | Feb 12, 2015 | holidays, recovery, relapse, support
Two of the most common relapse triggers are relationships and holidays, making Valentine’s Day an especially tough day for people in recovery. There are many reasons why this day can be a trigger, including:You feel pressure to make the day extra special to make...
by oh-admin | Jan 30, 2015 | Edgecombe, grants, in the news, mentors, Outpatient Services, programs, recovery, support
Bronx Free Press Reporter Gregg McQueen visited our outpatient clinic in the Bronx to speak with Mary Callahan, senior manager, director of Outpatient Services, and Michael Everett, a certified recovery coach, about this innovative program and how it will help reduce...
by oh-admin | Mar 31, 2014 | housing programs, support, Women's History Month
Friendships between women are special. In their friendships, women tend to share feelings and problems more than men do with friends; and in times of stress or anxiety, women are more likely to turn to their friends and confidantes for emotional relief.Many people...
by oh-admin | Oct 8, 2010 | grants, recovery, SAMHSA, support
Odyssey House has been awarded a three-year, $1.2 million grant by the federal Substance Abuse and Mental Health Services Administration (SAMHSA) to fund enhanced services for individuals and families in recovery from alcohol and substance use disorders. The new...
