by Carolyn | Apr 24, 2024 | Bronx, community, grants, mothers, OMH, supportive housing
We are excited to announce two groundbreaking initiatives: one aimed at reducing substance use disorders among perinatal women, and the other supporting homeless individuals with serious mental illness. These initiatives, funded by the Elevance Health Foundation and...
by Carolyn | Jul 16, 2020 | community, Coronavirus, supportive housing
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...
by Carolyn | May 29, 2020 | Coronavirus, Front line stories, housing programs, mental health, supportive housing
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...
by Carolyn | May 29, 2020 | Coronavirus, Front line stories, housing programs, supportive housing, Working 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. Essential workers stepping up and taking on new roles to keep...
by Carolyn | Oct 22, 2019 | arts, Recovery Fine Arts Festival, supportive housing
Odyssey House tenant Susan W. was recognized at the 16th Annual Recovery Fine Arts Festival for their artwork, placing third place in the mixed media category. This is the second time Susan has been awarded for her artwork; she placed first in the 2016 competition....
by Carolyn | Oct 22, 2018 | housing programs, supportive housing
Stephen Bates, a resident of Odyssey House Soundview Avenue, was recognized as “Tenant of the Year” by the Supportive Housing Network of New York (SHNNY) at their annual gala. Mr. Bates was recognized for his “tenacity and strength to overcome...
