Odyssey House of Utah

08/22/2025

A BIBLE TOSSED INTO HIS JAIL CELL TURNED HIS LIFE AROUND

Preston says he spent years on the dark side. Using IV drugs. Dealing and stealing. Lots of jail time. “I was mad at God.” He was under su***de watch in jail when someone gave him a bible. In this edition of Odyssey House Journals he talks about how his life was transformed and how he’s now helping others. Watch or listen and hopefully subscribe (free) to the 30 minute podcast on the following platforms with the following links:
https://youtu.be/Sci_1s8SQLI

You can also listen and subscribe to the audio version on iTunes at
https://podcasts.apple.com/us/podcast/odyssey-house-journals/id1462333385

or Spotify at
https://open.spotify.com/show/4Basx2YsjYcRmmrSufLX3z?si=Wni9usSiQbun-W0WsjNC-g

or iHeart podcasts at
https://www.iheart.com/podcast/269-odyssey-house-journals-59417265/

Or listen on KKAT 860-AM in Salt Lake Saturday & Sunday mornings at 10am

A BIBLE TOSSED INTO HIS JAIL CELL TURNED HIS LIFE AROUNDPreston says he spent years on the dark side. Using IV drugs. Dealing and stealing. Lots of jail time...

08/21/2025

This month, we’re highlighting Jaison Jensen, Program Manager of our Youth Residential Program!

Jaison first joined Odyssey House in 2019 as a Behavioral Health Technician (BHT) in our Adult Residential Program and later advanced to BHT Supervisor. After stepping away for a time, Jaison returned in March 2024 and began his current role as Program Manager of the Youth Residential Program.

In his day-to-day work, Jaison manages the administrative side of the program, including budgeting, staffing and scheduling, and overseeing countless logistical details, from coordinating youth appointments to ensuring the daily operations run seamlessly. He also facilitates groups and keeps the overall program environment positive and productive. As Jaison puts it, “I’m the problem solver guy.”

Currently, Jaison is pursuing his Bachelor of Social Work at the University of Utah, with plans to earn his MSW and continue building a career in mental health care.

“It’s very rewarding and fulfilling [to be involved in the process of helping these kids] … It’s cool to be able to share my experience and meet the kids where they’re at, because when I was their age I didn’t know treatment existed – I just did whatever – so it’s nice to play a role in helping them learn new things and realize they don’t have to continue to live how they’re living; they can have an enjoyable life, where they get to work hard and achieve things. So, it’s very rewarding and it makes the tough days palatable and doable.”

Thank you, Jaison, for inspiring these youth through your guidance and care! The positive influence you have on them will be felt for years to come.

If you’d like to learn more about our Youth Residential Program, visit: https://www.odysseyhouse.org/services/teen-residential

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08/19/2025

CAJUN GUESTS VISIT ODYSSEY HOUSE UTAH

We were honored to host the leaders from Odyssey House Louisiana for a tour of our facilities. We may not be connected in a corporate sense, but we are definitely connected in our mission of dealing with behavioral health issues like substance use and mental health. Our guests visited a number of our facilities and had a great exchange on treatment methods with Odyssey House Utah President and CEO Adam Cohen and Vice President of Operations Kali Mower.

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08/19/2025

Highlights from this year’s Odyssey Day—celebrating community, recovery, and connection!

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08/18/2025

ARE YOU ADDICTED TO YOUR LOVED ONE’S ADDICTION?

It happens as you unsuccessfully try to find them the help they need, but is it hurting your quality of life? Well explore that issue in the next Odyssey Family Support group Meeting Tuesday Evening 8/19/25 from 630-8pm. It’s free and you can join from the comfort of your home. We are using a link called Google Meet. If you would like the link, email rcarlisle@odysseyhouse.org or familygroup@odysseyhouse.org.

08/15/2025

A MESSAGE OF HOPE OUT OF BOOZE AND DRUGS DESPAIR

Robin Patfield spiraled out of control when she added pain pills to her alcoholism. She doesn’t even remember her DUI arrest, but she’s now 8 years in recovery after a lot of hard work on herself. In this edition of Odyssey House Journals learn how that hard work paid off with a prestigious job and, most importantly, she finally has a great relationship with her daughter. Watch or listen and hopefully subscribe (free) to the 30 minute podcast on the following platforms with the following links:
https://youtu.be/db2duMWlx_E

You can also listen and subscribe to the audio version on iTunes at
https://podcasts.apple.com/us/podcast/odyssey-house-journals/id1462333385

or Spotify at
https://open.spotify.com/show/4Basx2YsjYcRmmrSufLX3z?si=Wni9usSiQbun-W0WsjNC-g

or iHeart podcasts at
https://www.iheart.com/podcast/269-odyssey-house-journals-59417265/

Or listen on KKAT 860-AM in Salt Lake Saturday & Sunday mornings at 10am

A MESSAGE OF HOPE OUT OF BOOZE AND DRUGS DESPAIRRobin Patfield spiraled out of control when she added pain pills to her alcoholism. She doesn’t even remember...

08/14/2025

Recovery isn’t easy, but it’s worth it.

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Odyssey House: Leading in substance abuse and mental health treatment. Discover our holistic approach to recovery with personalized care and supportive housing.

08/11/2025

FEW THINGS IN LIFE ARE FREE, BUT THIS IS

Get help from others who are learning to deal with their addicted loved ones. It could make your life more peaceful. You’re invited to the next Odyssey Family Support Group Meeting Tuesday Evening 8/12/25 from 630-8pm. You don’t have to be connected to Odyssey. It’s free and you can join from the comfort of your home. We are using a link called Google Meet. If you would like the link, email rcarlisle@odysseyhouse.org or familygroup@odysseyhouse.org.

08/08/2025

MEET AN ANGEL OF MERCY FOR PEOPLE IN RECOVERY

Noella Sudbury has done it all! It started with her working to get people into recovery and now she’s created a high tech way for people in recovery to clear their criminal records. In this edition of Odyssey House Journals this incredible person talks passionately about how great it feels to help people in recovery find real freedom. Watch or listen and hopefully subscribe (free) to the 30 minute podcast on the following platforms with the following links:
https://youtu.be/W1h-7Ik6egQ

You can also listen and subscribe to the audio version on iTunes at
https://podcasts.apple.com/us/podcast/odyssey-house-journals/id1462333385

or Spotify at
https://open.spotify.com/show/4Basx2YsjYcRmmrSufLX3z?si=Wni9usSiQbun-W0WsjNC-g

or iHeart podcasts at
https://www.iheart.com/podcast/269-odyssey-house-journals-59417265/

Or listen on KKAT 860-AM in Salt Lake Saturday & Sunday mornings at 10am

MEET AN ANGEL OF MERCY FOR PEOPLE IN RECOVERYNoella Sudbury has done it all! It started with her working to get people into recovery and now she’s created a ...

08/06/2025

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08/05/2025

Recovery thrives in community. Reach out, connect, and lean on those who understand your journey.

Odyssey House: Leading in substance abuse and mental health treatment. Discover our holistic approach to recovery with personalized care and supportive housing.

08/04/2025

LEARNING TO LIVE YOUR LIFE WITH AN ADDICTED LOVED ONE.

It’s critical for your peace and happiness that you don’t become addicted to your loved one’s addiction. It’s not easy, but you can hear how others are doing that by joining the Odyssey Family Support Group Tuesday Evening 8/5/25 from 630-8pm. You don’t have to be connected to Odyssey. It’s free and you can join from the comfort of your home. We are using a link called Google Meet. If you would like the link, email rcarlisle@odysseyhouse.org or familygroup@odysseyhouse.org.