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Odyssey House's RUN FOR YOUR LIFE program is the cornerstone of our continuously expanding health and fitness offerings because our clients' personal experiences affirm the research—becoming healthy, staying active, and eating well all contribute to a more successful recovery—and a richer, fuller life. Creating a new identity, one that no longer includes substance use and the people and places associated with past usage, is demanding and emotional work. An outlet like running with a team of like-minded friends with shared goals helps our clients envision a hopeful, self-determined future—a future that inspires our Run For Your Life team to #justkeeprunning. Please join us in celebrating recovery this September 28th, 2024, at our annual #runforyourlife #5k!

✨FLASH SALE ALERT✨ If you haven’t yet registered for Run for Your Life, this is your lucky week! Thru Sun, 8/25, use promo code FLASH24 to get $10 off. This is a limited-time offer, so don’t delay – join us on 9/28 to celebrate #recovery in NYC! https://ow.ly/E4AV50T2tyk

In the summer edition of Behavioral Health News, Odyssey House President Dr. Peter Provet makes the case for specialized treatment services for older adults with substance use disorders. Dr. Provet highlights the unique challenges faced by this demographic, such as stigma, physical and cognitive health issues, and the need for age-appropriate treatment. https://lnkd.in/ek8GDfkc

We are excited to spotlight Stephen Gittens as our July 2024 Wellness Champion! Stephen, a Peer Outreach Counselor at the Manor, is being recognized for his outstanding commitment to health and wellness. Stephen has completed an impressive 18 races with the New York Road Runners as part of the Run for Your Life running team here at Odyssey House. Known for his consistency, his peers note that “he is always running and staying fit. He motivates us.” Stephen attributes his balanced lifestyle to practicing mindfulness and remembering to enjoy the journey. He loves discovering new foods and activities that he enjoys and can often be found networking at run clubs. Want to nominate the next Wellness Champion?👟 🏅 🎊 Email TMardigan@odysseyhousenyc.org  with your employee nomination and a brief description of why you think they would be a great fit. #WellnessChampion #OdysseyHouse #HealthyLifestyle

Save the date for our 2024 Run for Your Life! Join us on Saturday, September 28 for a day of fun, fitness, and community spirit. More details will be shared soon, so stay tuned! https://ow.ly/uwEP50Syk0G

A national survey done in 2022 found that teens who experienced a major depressive episode were more likely to have used drugs, smoked marijuana or engaged in binge drinking. WBUR speaks with Odyssey House President Dr. Peter Provet about how substance abuse affects a teen’s mental health. https://ow.ly/pxPa50SbcCn #hereandnow

As the Hunter Biden trial on gun charges gets underway, USA Today asks the question, "Is addiction in the eye of the beholder?" Dr. Peter Provet, CEO of Odyssey House, joins the debate on when and for how long a person remains an "addict." https://ow.ly/9F1F50S7IXt

Thank you to everyone who joined us at our annual Mother’s Day Celebration to honor the strength and hope of moms in recovery. We are delighted to share our event video with our community here and excited to keep bringing you stories of hope throughout this month. https://lnkd.in/eyY4jCBh