Local Resources


​Disposal of Prescription Medication

Drop Box Disposal Areas
​In Connecticut, there are designated Drop Box Disposal Areas for safe disposal of medications. Many municipal police departments are now participating in the Medication Drop-Box Program. These drop boxes are managed by police departments and are available 24 hours a day/7 days a week. This is a confidential free service that will help protect our environment and our youth.

For more information on Drop Box Disposal Areas visit: portal.ct.gov/DCP/Drug-Control-Division/Drug-Control/Local-Drug-Collection-Boxes.
Safe Disposal At Home
For information on how to safely dispose of prescription medication at home visit the Connecticut Department of Consumer Protection:
portal.ct.gov/DCP/Prescription-Monitoring-Program/Proper-Disposal-of-Prescription-Drugs.


​Safe Storage

Store prescription medications out of reach of kids, family, and guests.
Know where your prescription medications are at all times. 
Keep track of how many prescription pills are in your bottle so you are immediately aware if any are missing.
Dispose of all unused and expired prescription medications properly. Proper storage and disposal of all medications is essential to health and safety.​
Prescription drug overdose can be prevented by following promising and/or evidence-based recommendations for the safe use, storage, and disposal of medications. Remember to program emergency numbers, such as the Poison Control Hotline (1-800-222-1222), into your phone to call in the event of a poisoning or overdose emergency or dial 9-1-1.
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​-Monday, Tuesday, Thursday- 8:00am to 4:00pm.
-Wednesday-
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​-Friday-
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