Odyssey House

What Odyssey House does

Odyssey House is a New York City-based nonprofit (501(c)(3)) behavioral health organization founded in 1967 that delivers a continuum of substance use disorder and mental health treatment, with integrated primary medical, dental, and housing services. Its core products span residential treatment (including programs specialized for adolescents, young adults, women with children, seniors, and adults with opioid use disorder), outpatient treatment, medication-assisted treatment, mental health services, supportive housing (234 units across four buildings), peer recovery support (OHROCS), and street outreach. The platform is built around a therapeutic community model augmented by evidence-based practices such as Contingency Management, Motivational Enhancement Therapy, Trauma-Related Services, and Recovery Coaching, delivered through on-site Federally Qualified Health Center clinical infrastructure. There is no proprietary software or AI component; the offering is fundamentally human-delivered clinical and social services.

The organization generated approximately $55 million in revenue in FY2025, with $31 million sourced from government grants. Its revenue mix combines OASAS, OMH, ACS, HRA, NYC court, and SAMHSA government contracts, Medicaid and commercial insurance reimbursement as an in-network provider, donations and foundation grants (via the Odyssey Foundation), and sliding-scale self-pay for uninsured clients. GTM is sales-led through a 24/7 admissions hotline, online inquiry intake, and inbound referrals from public social service agencies, the criminal justice system, family court, and behavioral health partners. Customer concentration is high: government contracts underwrite the majority of revenue and capital projects. The organization operates from East Harlem, East Village, the Bronx, and Wards Island, serving clients across all five NYC boroughs, and was led by Dr. Peter Provet as President and CEO from 1999 through at least 2026.

The business has been in a multi-year capacity expansion phase, anchored by a $32 million OASAS-funded 60-bed facility (the Kate Rothko Center for Recovery) opened on Wards Island in June 2026 and a $12 million NYC opioid settlement allocation in May 2026 supporting 500 new peer specialist positions over four years. Residential and outpatient outcome metrics are reported at 85% and 78% of clients meeting all life goals respectively, and 90% of expenditures were allocated to program services in FY2022 — above American Institute of Philanthropy benchmarks. Strategic posture is intensification within a single NYC market rather than geographic diversification, with deepened dependency on state and city funding streams.

Name

Odyssey House

Legal name

Odyssey House

Website

https://odysseyhousenyc.org

Company type

Private

Founded year

1967

Operating status

Operating

Headcount range

251–500 employees

Short description

Odyssey House is a New York City nonprofit founded in 1967 that delivers integrated substance use, mental health, primary care, and supportive housing services across a continuum of residential, outpatient, and peer recovery programs, serving adults, adolescents, women with children, and seniors citywide.

Ownership category

akta.pro rank

Product category

Substance Use Disorder and Behavioral Health Treatment

NAICS

Residential Mental Health and Substance Abuse Facilities (62322), Outpatient Mental Health and Substance Abuse Centers (621420), Services for the Elderly and Persons with Disabilities (624120), Continuing Care Retirement Communities and Assisted Living Facilities for the Elderly (62331)

SIC

Services-Nursing & Personal Care Facilities (8050), Services-Social Services (8300), Services-Health Services (8000), Services-Offices & Clinics Of Doctors Of Medicine (8011)

akta.pro primary industry

Residential Substance Use Rehabilitation (Inpatient Rehab) (HLAFACAE)

akta.pro secondary industry

Behavioral Health–Capable Assisted Living (Mental Health/SUD Support) (HLADABAI)

Keywords

• Substance use treatment
• Behavioral health services
• Addiction recovery programs
• Mental health treatment
• Supportive housing services

Headquarters

HQ city

New York

HQ country

United States

HQ region

North America

Offices5 records

Markets served

GTM type

B2C

Offering type

Services

Cost components

Personnel, Operations, Infrastructure, Marketing or Sales, Technology or R&D

Revenue model

1. Government Contracts: Primary funding source through government contracts with agencies including OASAS, OMH, and city social service agencies. In fiscal year 2022, 90% of expenditures were allocated to program services.
2. Medicaid and Insurance Reimbursement: In-network provider for most major insurance companies, managed care programs, and New York State Medicaid. Insurance specialists work with public and private insurers to fund treatment.
3. Donations and Grants: Ancillary services such as children's library and Art Program funded by foundation and individual donations. Also supported by grants from SAMHSA and other organizations.
4. Self-Pay (Sliding Scale): For uninsured clients, fees are adjusted based on income through sliding scale arrangements.

Pricing tiers

Go-to-market motion2 records

Distribution channels4 records

Marketing channels6 records

Core offering

Odyssey House provides residential and outpatient substance use disorder and mental health treatment, integrated with on-site primary medical and dental care, medication-assisted treatment, harm reduction, recovery support, education/vocational training, and supportive/transitional/permanent housing. Services are delivered directly to clients across New York City through multiple specialized programs tailored to adults, adolescents, young adults, women with children, and seniors.

Product overview

Odyssey House is a non-profit substance use and mental health treatment organization offering a comprehensive continuum of care with multiple program tiers and specialized facilities. The core offerings include Residential Treatment (inpatient programs for adults, adolescents, young adults, seniors, and women with children) and Outpatient Treatment (flexible day/evening services in the Bronx). Key specialized programs include Medication for Addiction Treatment (MAT), Harm Reduction Services, Expressive Arts Program, Education and Vocational Training, and Fitness and Wellness. Recovery support includes OHROCS peer mentoring, the Recovery Center community hub, Family Support Navigators, and Peer Engagement/Street Outreach. Housing programs offer supportive, transitional, and permanent housing options. Major facilities include the George Rosenfeld Center for Recovery (GRCR) and the newly opened Kate Rothko Center for Recovery (KRCR). The organization operates across East Harlem, East Village, the Bronx, and Wards Island.

Differentiator

Problem solved

Functional benefit

Brands

• George Rosenfeld Center for Recovery: Residential treatment facility on Wards Island housing Family Center of Excellence and ElderCare program.
• Kate Rothko Center for Recovery (KRCR)
• Odyssey House Haven
• Odyssey House Park Avenue
• Odyssey House Soundview Avenue
• Odyssey House Tinton Avenue
• Family Center of Excellence
• ElderCare Program
• Teen Leadership Center

Products and services

• Residential Treatment Live-in treatment programs providing comprehensive, structured care for individuals with substance use disorders, including medical exams, counseling, education, job training, and housing assistance.
• Outpatient Treatment Flexible outpatient programs provided at the Bronx center, offering individual, group, and family therapy, medication-assisted treatment, and ongoing support for those maintaining daily life during recovery.
• Family Center of Excellence / Women With Children Program Residential treatment enabling pregnant women and parents with children to stay together during treatment, featuring on-site daycare (licensed by NYC DOH), Early Head Start preschool, and specialized pediatric services through a partnership with Institute for Family Health.
• ElderCare Program Specialized residential treatment program for adults 55 years and older, addressing unique challenges faced by older adults with substance use and mental health disorders, with age-appropriate activities and mature staff.
• Young Adult Program Separate residential treatment centers for young adults ages 18-24, with gender-specific facilities (George Rosenfeld Center for females, Leadership Center for males), high staff-to-client ratio, and focus on education and career planning.
• Adolescent Treatment Program Outpatient substance use treatment for adolescents 12-17 years old, offering individual, group, and family therapy through the Bronx facility and in-home sessions, with support groups and family activities.
• Medication for Addiction Treatment (MAT) FDA-approved pharmacotherapy combining medications (naltrexone, buprenorphine, acamprosate, disulfiram) with counseling and behavioral therapies to treat opioid and alcohol use disorders.
• Medical and Dental Care On-site primary and specialty healthcare provided through a Federally Qualified Health Center, including treatment for chronic conditions, infectious diseases, vaccinations, dental services, and HIV counseling.
• Mental Health Treatment Integrated mental health services including individual and group therapy, psychiatric evaluations, medication management, and coordination with housing, employment, and education services for co-occurring conditions.
• Expressive Arts Program Therapeutic creative arts studio providing clients and housing program residents with artistic expression opportunities, including painting, photography, and other mediums for healing and personal growth.
• Education and Vocational Training On-site educational services including Adult Basic Education, High School Equivalency (HSE/TASC) test preparation, and vocational training in fields such as culinary arts, healthcare, clerical work, and auto mechanics.
• Withdrawal Management and Stabilization Medically supervised withdrawal management program providing safe, comfortable transition through detoxification, preparing individuals for the next phase of comprehensive treatment and recovery.
• Harm Reduction Services Services reducing harm from drug use including opioid overdose reversal training (Narcan), fentanyl test strips, safer sex counseling, infectious disease screening, and nicotine replacement therapy.
• Supportive Housing Programs Safe, supportive housing options including the Haven (63 units for homeless disabled individuals), Park Avenue (50 SRO units), Soundview Avenue (56 LEED-certified units), and Tinton Avenue (65 units), with on-site counseling and clinical services.
• Transitional and Permanent Housing Assistance Housing placement services including help with applications, lease negotiations, and connections to supportive housing, public assistance housing, or private apartments for clients completing treatment.
• Odyssey House Recovery Oriented Care System (OHROCS) Peer-to-peer recovery support program connecting current clients with trained alumni volunteers who provide mentoring, coaching, and lifetime community support for maintaining sobriety.
• Odyssey House Recovery Center Community-based non-clinical recovery center in the Bronx providing workshops, support groups, wellness activities, job assistance, and peer-led meetings to foster belonging in recovery.
• Family Support Navigators Services helping families understand addiction progression, navigate insurance, access treatment, and adjust to loved ones returning home from treatment, with recovery coaching and community connections.
• Peer Engagement and Street Outreach Community-based peer specialists meeting individuals where they are to offer harm reduction resources, crisis intervention, and compassionate support through meaningful engagement.
• Outpatient Continuing Care Ongoing recovery support for those completing outpatient treatment, providing 24/7 access to counseling, peer support, MAT services, psychiatric services, and smoking cessation.
• Fitness and Wellness Program Comprehensive fitness services including gym facilities, personal training, organized sports (softball, basketball, yoga, Pilates), Run for Your Life program, and nutrition education with healthy meals.
• Kate Rothko Center for Recovery (KRCR) 60-bed residential facility on Wards Island serving adult men in early recovery from opioid use disorder, offering MAT combined with an expressive arts program and individualized clinical care.

Quantifiable outcome

• 85% of residential treatment clients meet ALL of their life goals as part of treatment
• +3 more outcomes

Named customers6 records

Segments7 records

Ideal customer profiles5 records

Technology focussed No

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Partnerships

Seven partnerships are on record, tiered core and minor.

• New York City Government (Mayor Zohran Mamdani)coreStrategic or Co-development Partner · 6 May 2026NYC announced $12 million investment from opioid lawsuit settlements into peer-led addiction recovery and harm reduction programs across the five boroughs. Funding will support 500 additional peer workers over four years through expanded peer counseling, street outreach, recovery coaching, and workforce development programs. Part of city's goal to reduce overdose deaths by 25% by 2030.
• Institute for Family HealthminorStrategic or Co-development PartnerPartnership provides specialized pediatric services at Odyssey House's Family Center, complementing on-site OB/GYN, psychiatry, and HIV/AIDS care services.
• NYC Department of Education and Project RestartcoreStrategic or Co-development PartnerEducational services partnership providing Adult Basic Education (ABE) through Department of Education for adult residential clients. Project Restart provides educational services for adolescent and young adult clients. Odyssey House administers TASC (high school equivalency) testing five times per year.
• Vocational Training OrganizationsminorStrategic or Co-development PartnerPartnership with vocational training organizations providing clients opportunities for careers in building maintenance, culinary arts, commercial driving, auto mechanics, health care, clerical duties, and computer installation.
• Administration for Children's Services (ACS)coreStrategic or Co-development PartnerLong-standing partnership with NYC's child welfare agency to provide effective outpatient programs for their clients, who have demonstrated consistently high completion rates.
• NYC Human Resources Administration (HRA)coreStrategic or Co-development PartnerCollaboration with HRA for housing assistance including HRA 2010e housing applications, and coordination of social services to help clients navigate complex public systems.
• Dormitory Authority of the State of New York (DASNY)coreStrategic or Co-development PartnerState authority involved in construction of the Kate Rothko Center for Recovery and Wards Island facilities. DASNY President Robert Rodriguez participated in opening ceremonies.

Scale indicators12 records

Recent moves8 records

Expansion highlights5 records

Broad incumbents

• Hazelden Betty Ford Foundation: National nonprofit leader in addiction treatment with residential, outpatient, MAT, and recovery housing; comparable integrated care model but at far larger scale and broader geographic reach.
• NYC Health + Hospitals / Behavioral Health: Public hospital system operating large-scale inpatient and outpatient behavioral health and substance use programs across NYC; comparable patient population and government payer mix, though a broader incumbent.

Regional players

• Lower Eastside Service Center (LESC): NYC-based behavioral health nonprofit offering outpatient substance use treatment, mental health, and opioid treatment programs — comparable OASAS-funded outpatient and MAT services in overlapping Manhattan/Bronx geographies.
• Tisch Behavioral Health (NYU Langone): Major NYC academic behavioral health provider offering inpatient psychiatry, outpatient substance use, and integrated mental health; competing for similar government and Medicaid referrals in the same geography.

Direct peers

• Caron Treatment Centers: Nonprofit addiction treatment provider offering residential, outpatient, MAT, and specialized programs for adolescents, seniors, and families; comparable continuum-of-care approach and specialized-population strategy.
• Samaritan Daytop Village: Large NYC-based nonprofit providing residential substance use treatment, outpatient, supportive housing, and criminal-justice diversion — directly comparable services, geography, and government-contract funding model.
• Greenwich House: NYC nonprofit providing behavioral health, substance use treatment, and senior services; comparable nonprofit model with overlapping OASAS-funded outpatient and harm-reduction programming.
• VIP Community Services: Bronx-based nonprofit offering residential and outpatient substance use treatment, mental health, primary care, and supportive housing to vulnerable populations in NYC — directly comparable mission, geography, and integrated-care model.
• Phoenix House: National nonprofit residential and outpatient substance use and mental health treatment provider; directly comparable operating model (therapeutic community, residential/outpatient continuum, MAT, family services) and nonprofit funding profile.
• Acacia Network: Large NYC nonprofit providing integrated substance use treatment, primary care, housing, and social services to low-income communities; directly comparable integrated-care, housing-plus-treatment, and OASAS-funded model.

Market position

Strengths4 records

Weaknesses4 records

Competitive moat5 records

Key risks5 records

Key highlights6 records

Customer concentration

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Compliance3 records

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Valuation estimate

Number of profiles

Profiles22 records

Funding overview

Funding rounds

Investors

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M&A

Investments

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