Fall 2024 Take Back Event

Take Back Day is a coordinated day across the United States where communities partner with law enforcement to collect unneeded and unused medications for safe destruction. This effort helps to prevent accidental health risks. Creating safe and convenient opportunities for community members to dispose of unused and leftover medications is essential. Prevention can help turn the tide of the substance use epidemic. 

Interested in attending an event?

To find an event near you, use the DEA’s Collection Site Locator. Please check back regularly, as events are continually added. Join OPEN’s event on Facebook to share your plans!

Interested in hosting an event?

Use OPEN’s Take Back Day program resources and register with the DEA. OPEN is excited to support you through guidance in planning an event; we’ve helped over 50 organizations in Michigan host their own events! We offer educational resources – including a newly updated Take Back Day process guide and a limited number of scholarships for organizations in financial need that are hosting events in high-impact counties.