Overview
Odyssey House, located in Salt Lake City, UT, has conducted successful, evidence-based
recovery treatment and therapy since 1971. Odyssey House is the largest, most influential
substance use disorder treatment provider in Utah. The substance use disorder treatment and
recovery programs are data-driven and effective: clients’ functionality is evaluated before,
during and after treatment to ensure they can stay on the path to recovery.
Summary of Innovative Program
Special Populations
Through the Odyssey House Mothers and Fathers with Children program, parents can
access the substance use disorder treatment they need without having to worry about
leaving their children behind. The residential program treats pregnant mothers and
single parents and their children ages 0-9 together.
Program Replication Tips
- Odyssey House provides a supportive family environment through an evidence-based
Modified Therapeutic Community model.
- Children attend a therapeutic daycare while their parents attend treatment services.
- Family reunification and community support to keep families intact are promoted.
- Clients are assisted with managing their co-occurring disorders and improving parenting
skills.
- Family Groups are offered to enable family members to learn about substance use
disorders, the impact on the family, how to change negative family dynamics and how
to support their family member in their sobriety.
Policy & Financing Strategies
Odyssey House’s Mothers and Fathers with Children Program has received funding
through successful grant writing. The program currently receives grant funding through
Temporary Assistance for Needy Families (TANF) and Substance Abuse and Mental
Health Services Administration (SAMHSA). The program provides services to various
State and County agencies such as Family Dependency Drug Court and the Department
of Child and Family Services.
Impact / Results
Due to the comprehensive Children’s Services Program, the Single Parents with Children
program is one of the most successful programs within the agency. Parents can focus on
getting better — both for themselves and for their families knowing that their children
are close by and well taken care of.
The program’s outcome questionnaire demonstrates the following success rates:
- Abstinence from drugs: Admissions: 0%; During treatment: 92%; Post-treatment: 100%
- Stress because of alcohol and drug use: Admissions: 75%; During treatment: 40%; Post-
treatment: 0%
- Health complaints: Admissions: 33%; During treatment: 20%; Post-treatment: 0%
- Employed: Admissions: 0%; During treatment: not applicable; Post-treatment: 100%
Agency Contact Information
Agency Name: | Odyssey House of Utah |
City, State | Salt Lake City, UT |
General Phone Number: | 801-322-3222 |
Website URL: | http://odysseyhouse.org/ |