This program offers residents a safe way to dispose of addictive medications. According to the 2019 National Survey on Drug Use and Health, in 2019 alone an estimated 9.7 million people misused prescription pain relievers, 4.9 million people misused prescription stimulants and 5.9 million people misused prescription tranquilizers or sedatives.
If you or someone you know is struggling with misuse don’t hesitate to reach out for help.
The drug collection box is located in the Wilmington Police Station.
Those wishing to dispose of unused or expired prescription medications may do so anonymously, by simply putting the medications into the bin. You don’t need to speak with an officer or dispatcher; we’re grateful you’ve chosen to responsibly dispose of unused medications.
Medications Accepted
- Medications for Pets
- Prescriptions (including patches, medications, and ointments)
- Over the Counter medications
- Vitamins
- Samples
Medications NOT Accepted
- Aerosol Cans
- Hydrogen Peroxide
- Inhalers
- Medication from Businesses or Clinics
- Needles (Sharps)
- Lotions, or Liquids
- Thermometers
Deterra
Deterra is a drug deactivation pouch which can be picked up free of charge from the station from Health & Recovery Unity to safely dispose of prescription and over the counter medications of any form – liquids, pills, patches. Deterra is a pouch which you simply add the desired medication you’re safely disposing of with warm water, re-seal the pouch, shake, and dispose of in your normal home trash. Learn more about Deterra.