“I don’t have to numb this pain ever again.”
Meet Melvin, a dedicated member of Run For Your Life. Melvin describes the healing that running brings to his recovery journey. While Melvin prepares for the NYC Marathon, he’s running the trails of beautiful Randall’s Island. Come join him at the Run for Your Life 5K...
Leading NYC providers launch residential treatment collaborative for pregnant women and mothers with young children
New York, NY, Sept. 1, 2026 — A coalition of leading New York City residential treatment providers has come together to launch the NY Downstate Women & Children Residential Workgroup, a new collaborative initiative dedicated to strengthening services, improving...
Ease into autumn at the Recovery Center
Back-to-school season is upon us, so why not ease into the season at the Recovery Center? We offer a wide array of services, including: *New!* Round Table meeting (all are welcome), Mondays at 1 pm Bilingual Support group, Tuesdays at 2 pm Bowling at Gun Post Lanes,...
PIX11 joins as media sponsor, with James Ford set to emcee
We're excited to announce PIX11 as the official media sponsor of the 21st Annual Run for Your Life 5K Run & Recovery Walk! Emmy Award-winning reporter James Ford will return as emcee for the day, bringing his energy to the stage as we gather at Icahn Stadium to...
The Summer 2026 Newsletter Is Here — With a New Look
Our Summer 2026 newsletter is out now, and this issue comes with a refreshed design alongside the news. We've streamlined the layout to make it easier to move through the stories that matter most — from major program milestones to the voices of the clients we serve....
Save your spot! Run for Your Life 5K registration is open
Twenty-one years of showing up. Twenty-one years of walking, running, and rebuilding — together. Registration is officially open for the 21st Annual Run for Your Life 5K Run & Recovery Walk! Join us as we walk and run side by side with individuals and families...
Join us as a sponsor for the 21st Annual Run for Your Life 5K
Every year, the Run for Your Life 5K brings together runners, walkers, families, and supporters for one shared purpose: helping New Yorkers rebuild their lives after addiction. As a sponsor, you become part of that mission — powering the treatment, housing, and...
Run for Your Life 2026
CELEBRATE RECOVERY DAY IN NYC! Saturday, September 26, 2026 Please join Odyssey House in commemorating the 21st Anniversary of our Run for Your Life 5K Run and Recovery Walk! Enjoy the natural splendor of Randall's Island Park on a 5K course featuring urban gardens...
Watch: The Kate Rothko Center for Recovery, From Concept to Opening Day
On June 4, Odyssey House gathered on Wards Island to mark the official opening of the Kate Rothko Center for Recovery. The ceremony brought together state partners, board leadership, the Rothko family, clinical staff, and one resident who talked about what recovery...
“Art Brings Me Hope”
Richard (green shirt) with KRCR Program Director Asha Cameron, OASAS Commissioner Dr. Chinazo Cunningham, and DASNY President Robert Rodriguez at the opening celebration. Richard Garcia, 44, grew up on the Lower East Side. He spoke at the June 4 opening celebration of...
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