Fairfax-Falls Church Community Services Board

CONTACT INFORMATION: Emergency - 703-573-5679 / Detox - 703-502-7000 (24/7)
703-383-8500 TTY 711
8221 Willow Oaks Corporate Drive
Fairfax, Virginia 22031
Daryl Washington
Executive Director

Operation Medicine Cabinet Cleanout is Saturday, October 24, 2020

In conjunction with DEA National Prescription Drug Take Back Initiative

Photo of man looking at medications in his medicine cabinetTake advantage of a free, convenient, confidential, and safe disposal of unused or expired medications during Operation Medicine Cabinet Cleanout on Saturday, October 24, 2020.

Why drop off your unwanted medications?

Drug take back programs are a safe method for disposing of prescription drugs and are organized and closely monitored by local, state, and federal government agencies.

Safe disposal of unused or expired medications prevents drug abuse and misuse, accidental poisoning, and protects the environment.

Saturday, October 24, 2020
10 a.m. – 2 p.m.

  • Drop off unused or expired medications at the locations listed below
    (Accepted items: prescription and non-prescription pills, e-cigarettes and vaping devices with batteries removed, small liquid packs/pods for e-cigarettes and vaping devices, prescription ointments, and medications for pets. Not accepted: illegal drugs, pressurized canisters [inhalers/aerosol cans], needles, large sources of liquids, non-prescription ointments and lotions.)
  • Disposal is FREE, convenient, confidential, and safe
  • Safe handling of unused or expired medications:
    • Protects the environment
    • Prevents drug misuse
    • Prevents accidental poisoning

Drop-Off Sites

Need help with a substance abuse issue?

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Our community partners

Operation Medicine Cabinet Cleanout is a partnership with the Rotary Clubs of Fairfax County, the Fairfax Prevention Coalition and local businesses, in collaboration with the following Fairfax County government departments:  Police, Health, Neighborhood and Community Services, Public Works and Environmental Services, and the Fairfax-Falls Church Community Services Board.

Printable Operation Medicine Cabinet Cleanout flyers

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Contact for news media inquiries: Lisa Flowers, Communications Director, 571-474-5435 (cell) or 703-324-7006 (office).

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