Recent Updates
“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...
Upcoming Events
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...
Past Events
Opening Celebration: Odyssey House Kate Rothko Center for Recovery
Join us on Thursday, June 4, as we celebrate the opening of the Kate Rothko Center for Recovery — a landmark step forward in accessible, dignified care for adults navigating recovery from opioid use disorder in New York City. This event will bring together community...
Mother’s Day Celebration 2026
Join us on May 7, 2026 for a special breakfast benefiting the women and children in treatment at Odyssey House. This event not only celebrates the strength and resilience of mothers in recovery but also honors our dedicated business and community partners. Their...
In the News
Odyssey House opens $32M addiction treatment residence on Wards Island
By Ethan Geringer-Sameth A state-backed addiction treatment residence has opened on Wards Island, Gov. Kathy Hochul announced on Thursday. The new three-story, 60-bed center will serve adult men with opioid use disorder, according to the governor's office. The...
Affordable Housing & Housing Heroes: Odyssey House Helps Moms in Recovery
PIX11 Monica Makes it Happen Monica Morales highlights Odyssey House and spotlights mothers courageously rebuilding their lives while battling addiction, homelessness, trauma, poverty, and mental health challenges. Monica talks with Gretchen Kleinsmith, Senior...
Shifts in Drug Policy
In response to recent New York Times reporting on the Justice Department's easing of marijuana restrictions and a new executive order accelerating psychedelic drug research, Odyssey House President and CEO Dr. Peter Provet urges policymakers and the public not to...
The opioid crisis never ended
In response to a recent New York Times guest essay highlighting the enduring devastation of the opioid crisis, Odyssey House President and CEO Dr. Peter Provet underscores the urgent need for treatment approaches that keep families together. Drawing on decades of...