The Employers’ Forum of Indiana has partnered with the Indiana Attorney General’s office to set up a FREE medication disposal day (known as a Take-Back event) at your organization. Take-back programs are a great way for your employees to dispose of unwanted medications safely. Please fill out the following form to schedule your take-back day and the Forum will reach out to you.
FAQs
What is a take-back program and why should we host one?
A take-back program is an event where the community can return unused unwanted medications, with no questions asked. Disposing of unused drugs can prevent you and your loved ones from developing an addiction to drugs.
What Drugs Can Be Returned?
All medications (not just opioids) can be brought to medication take-back programs. It is encouraged to bring all unwanted/unused medications.
Can needles be returned?
Needles should not be brought to a medication take-back program. Visit Safe Needle Disposal if you would like to learn where to properly dispose of needles in your hometown.
As an employer, what do I have to provide?
If your organization schedules a take-back day through the Attorney Generals Office you will only needs to provide a space for the medication take-back event. The Attorney General’s office will bring officers, receptacles, and tents if the location is outside.
Can people in the community other than employees come?
YES, the more unwanted/unused medications that get disposed of the better!!
How do I advertise to ensure employees of the confidentiality?
Employees who drop off prescription medications will not have to give any of their personal information. It is important to encourage and communicate their confidentiality.
Are take-back programs anonymous?
Employees simply drop off medications in designated containers and walk away. No personal information is collected.
If I can’t schedule/attend an event, how else can I dispose of medication?
If you are unable to attend a take-back event, some Walgreens locations offer medication disposal. Find one near you.
