Recent Updates
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...
A place built from the ground up
Left to right, Rick O'Connor, Odyssey House Board Chair, Robert Rodriguez, DASNY President, OASAS Commissioner Dr. Chinazo Cunningham, Dr. Kate Rothko Prizel, and Odyssey House President Dr. Peter Provet On June 4, Odyssey House formally opened the Kate Rothko Center...
The Kate Rothko Center for Recovery: “An Incredible Step Forward”
Dr. Kate Rothko Prizel, Odyssey Foundation Board Chair, reflects on the opening of the Kate Rothko Center for Recovery at Odyssey House — a first-of-its-kind facility offering medication for addiction treatment (MAT) alongside a vibrant arts program. Drawing on her...
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...