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OASAS awards 5 NYC Providers Housing Grants
New York’s Office of Alcoholism and Substance Abuse Services (OASAS) has awarded the first round of permanent supportive housing grants in New York City for families in which the head of household has a substance use disorder (SUD). The grants went to five treatment agencies that will use the funding…
Talkback: Amy Winehouse’s addiction
Odyssey House President Dr. Peter Provet was interviewed by ABC Eyewitness News on the suspected drug-related death of pop singer Amy Winehouse and her struggles with addiction.
Our Winter 2011 newsletter is now available
The latest edition of Odyssey House News is now online, featuring stories about our recovery month celebrations, new programs and services, playground build, and more. Check it out (pdf) and let us know what you think on our Facebook page…
Disturbing Trend: Bodegas Selling Alcohol to Teens
Odyssey House President Peter Provet comments on reports of an illegal cocktail known as a “nutcracker” being sold to teens. A nutcracker is a potent mix of fruit punch and alcohol, usually vodka or rum, being sold in bodegas and barbershops in Harlem and the Bronx. Watch…
Our Fall 2006 newsletter is now available!
The Fall 2006 edition of Odyssey House News is now available online. Read about our new housing initiative, latest art show, new services and more. Check it out and let us know what you think in the comments or on our Facebook wall. Click here to read it (pdf). If you’d…