You’re not alone. Every day, New Yorkers just like you come to Odyssey House for help—and the results are life-changing. Here are some of their stories.
Milestones. Chapter 2: First Words
“I believe in myself a little bit more from them telling me I always got this. That’s what makes you strong.” Felissia, mom in recovery They say the opposite of addiction is connection. When moms recovering at Odyssey House begin to open up, speak with, and listen to...
Milestones. Chapter 1, Part 2: Homecoming
“I call this home because it’s the only place I feel safe. I was waiting for her to come home.” -Shayniah, mom in recovery We are so honored to be trusted to partner with moms recovering at Odyssey House to establish a safe and loving environment for their new babies....
Milestones. Chapter 1, Part 1: Homecoming
“I needed to be lifted up. I needed someone strong- stronger than my addiction.” -Felissia, Mom in Recovery Before a mom brings her baby home, she has already taken several steps to prepare for the enormous changes she will navigate in her new life with her baby....
#IAM Chapter 4: Travis
“Run For Your Life is really helping me find who I am.” Recovery goes beyond quitting substance use. It involves confronting underlying issues and rebuilding a healthier life. This challenging process requires courage and self-determination, which we honor at our...
#IAM Chapter 6: Angel
“I got everything I need. I have my life. I’m healthy. I have my parents’ support. I want people to see me as an example- that recovery is possible.” —Angel, Run For Your Life Teammate. Recovery is an opportunity. Recovery is an opportunity to not only break unhealthy...
#IAM Chapter 5: Amandeep
“I was thinking, ‘I can enjoy my life only when I’m drinking.’ But it’s not true. Since being in Odyssey House, I figured that out. I can enjoy my life without drinking. I can be out with people without drinking.” —Amandeep, Run For Your Life Teammate. When you turn...
#IAM Chapter 3: Teresa
“I thought I had ruined my life, but something about Odyssey House has given me hope and strength and encouragement and confidence that I still have a future and it’s not too late.” —Teresa, Run For Your Life Teammate. Remaining hopeful while navigating challenges is...
#IAM Chapter 8: Robin
"It’s been a rocky road. But at the end of the day, you have to go through the rough to get to something beautiful.”—Robin, Run For Your Life Teammate You never walk alone. The rocky road that brought Robin and fellow #recoverywarriors to our Odyssey House community...
#IAM Chapter 11: James
“Odyssey House is helping me with the biggest comeback.” —James, Run For Your Life Teammate While addiction can impact folks at every age, the good news is so can recovery. One of the many specialized programs Odyssey House offers in our holistic approach to recovery...
It is the mission of Odyssey House:
To provide comprehensive and innovative services to the broadest range of metro New York’s population who:
- Abuse drugs
- Abuse alcohol
- Suffer from mental illness
To provide high quality, holistic treatment impacting all major life spheres: psychological, physical, social, family, educational, and spiritual.
To support personal rehabilitation, renewal, and family restoration.
In all of its activities, Odyssey House undertakes to act as a responsible employer and member of the community, and manage the assets of the organization in a professional manner.
Run for Your Life 2025
CELEBRATE RECOVERY DAY IN NYC! Saturday, September 27, 2025. Please join Odyssey House in commemorating the 20th 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...