National Recognition for ElderCare Program

Odyssey House's ElderCare program has received the American Association of Geriatric Psychiatry (AAGP) Award for Diversity, which was created to recognize special service or attention to the mental health care needs of elderly minority or underserved populations. The award brings national awareness to the greater problem of geriatric substance abuse and solidifies Odyssey House as a leader in treating this population.

"We are honored to receive this award from AAGP in recognition of our services to help older Americans overcome substance abuse problems," said Dr. Peter Provet, president of Odyssey House. He added, "Drug addiction and other mental health problems among senior citizens are called a 'silent epidemic' by the National Institute on Drug Abuse. This award brings attention to important social issues that undermine the health and well-being of millions of individuals and families."

AAGP is a national association dedicated to promoting the mental well-being of older people and improving the care of those with late-in-life mental disorders. The AAGP Award for Diversity honors an individual or organization that demonstrates sensitivity to issues of diversity in aging, has an innovative approach and track record of service to elderly minority or underserved populations. Odyssey House ElderCare Program is proud to be the first recipient of the award.

Specially for seniors

Established in 1997 with ongoing support from the Rosenback Foundation and Odyssey House Board Chairman George Rosenfeld, this unique program offers substance abusers 55 years of age and older specialized long-term residential and outpatient treatment, medical, dental, housing and job placement services.

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