We're excited to announce that the Odyssey House Recovery Center is open and fully staffed. So, if you want to get out of the apartment and have a friendly, safe place to go, COME HERE! We have an amazing group of recovery coaches here to assist you. Check out our...
November at the Recovery Center
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Wellness Wednesday: Protect yourself with a flu shot
In this COVID-flu season that’s coming, it’s even more important to get a flu shot because it’s going to be hard to tell the difference between flu and COVID. In 2020, vaccinating as many people as possible against influenza could be critical to preventing a...
RFYL Weekly: How to stick to your training schedule
Saturday, October 24th's Run for Your Life Central Park workout will start at the 72nd Street transverse near the Band Shell at 9:00 am. The weather forecast calls for temperatures to be in the mid to upper 60s: perfect running weather. The team will continue to work...
Wellness Wednesday: Anti-inflammatory foods
While research suggests that the anti-inflammatory diet can be beneficial in reducing some chronic conditions, it's also a generally healthy way of eating that can be beneficial for everyone due to its high amounts of fresh produce, healthy fats, and high fiber levels...
RFYL Weekly: Mentor spotlight
This Saturday, the “Run for Your Life” team will meet near the Band Shell in Central Park off of the 72nd Street transverse at 9:00 am. The weather forecast calls for temperatures in the mid to upper 50s - remember to dress appropriately as we transition to cooler...
Residential treatment is an essential service
Below, Odyssey House President Dr. Peter Provet comments on an article in the New York Times about the pandemic's impact on the opioid epidemic. “‘The Drug Became His Friend’: Pandemic Drives Hike in Opioid Deaths” (News, Sept 29), underscores the essential role...
RFYL Weekly: Proper running form
This Saturday, October 10th, the team will meet at 9:00 am in front of the bandshell, off the 72nd Street Transverse, in Central Park. Our workout routine will include the 1.8-mile loop for walkers/walk runners, which takes you on the south end of the park, and...
Rising to the COVID-19 Challenge
Behavioral Health News, Fall 2020 By Peter Provet, Ph.D. President & CEO, Odyssey House When Governor Cuomo ordered the closure of non-essential businesses across New York State in response to rising coronavirus infection rates, Odyssey House stayed open. Our...
RFYL Weekly: 20-Minute Strength Training Workout for Runners
This Saturday, October 3rd, the team will meet at 8:30 am in Central Park near the Band Shell off the 72nd Street transverse. The weather forecast calls for temperatures in the upper 60s to low 70s, which is seasonably comfortable for running and walking. Runners will...
Thank you for celebrating Recovery Month with us!
Thank you to everyone who participated in our 15th Annual Run for Your Life Virtual 5K in September. Hundreds of people from around the country ran (or walked) more than 700 miles for recovery! We'd also like to give a big thank you to the generous sponsors and donors...
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