For the sake of our loved ones, please dispose of unused medications at
National Prescription Drug Take Back Day on Saturday, April 30, 2022
National Prescription Drug Take Back Day on Saturday, April 30, 2022
By Doreen Barr, President, In Ryan's Name, Inc, and coalition member of Drug Free Fayette
This year, I will be volunteering for DEA Take Back Day on April 30th, with an entirely new perspective. For the past three years, my foundation - In Ryan’s Name - has collaborated with Drug Free Fayette and our local police/sheriff offices at one of Fayette County’s local drop off locations. As a result, I have learned how important it is to safely dispose of all expired or unused medications.
For the sake of our loved ones
My hero, my Father, the greatest man on earth passed away in January. He was 91 years old and lived a long and wonderful life. In my heart I always knew that Dad was the strong one who held our family together. To me, he was invincible and I thought I would have him with me forever. He protected me, taught me life lessons, loved me unconditionally, and held me tightly when I was grieving the loss of my son, his grandson, Ryan, six years ago, from addiction to opioids. Despite his passing, my Dad is still with me in a different way; I carry both my Dad and Ryan in my heart and always will.
How NOT to dispose of Rx
Prescription drugs should not be flushed down the toilet, washed down the drain, or simply tossed in the trash since they may contaminate our water system or our environment. We also do not want these medications to be taken by anyone else. This could result in poisoning or an overdose and ultimately death. Only the person to whom they were prescribed should be taking the medication. In fact, taking a pill that was prescribed to someone else or giving that pill to another person is against the law. It's also extremely dangerous.
For the sake of our loved ones
My hero, my Father, the greatest man on earth passed away in January. He was 91 years old and lived a long and wonderful life. In my heart I always knew that Dad was the strong one who held our family together. To me, he was invincible and I thought I would have him with me forever. He protected me, taught me life lessons, loved me unconditionally, and held me tightly when I was grieving the loss of my son, his grandson, Ryan, six years ago, from addiction to opioids. Despite his passing, my Dad is still with me in a different way; I carry both my Dad and Ryan in my heart and always will.
This year on April 30th, I will not only be volunteering with Drug Free Fayette for DEA Take Back Day, but I will also be disposing of a large plastic bag of my Dad’s unused medications. I Love You Dad!
How TO dispose of Rx
We can all do our part to dispose of expired or unused prescription medications on DEA Take Back Day. Residents of Fayette County can participate in the DEA Prescription Drug Take Back Day on Saturday, April 30th between 10 a.m. and 2 p.m. by safely disposing of their unused and expired medications at one of the following locations:
· Peachtree City Police Department (350 Georgia Highway 74 N, Peachtree City, GA 30269),
· Fayetteville Police Department (780 Jimmie Mayfield Blvd. Fayetteville GA 30215), and
· Fayette County Sheriff’s Office (155 Johnson St. Fayetteville, GA 30214).
Thanks to these three law enforcement agencies (above), plus our District Attorney
We also deeply thank the District Attorney’s Office of the Griffin Judicial District – Marie Broder – for joining the three law enforcement agencies above in collaborating with Drug Free Fayette on this important event.
Look for these Giveaways
Drug Free Fayette volunteers will also be giving away medication lock boxes and Deterra packets (safe and easy drug deactivation pouches that can be used at home).
For More Information
Email DrugFreeFayette@fayettefactor.org if you would like more information on DEA Take Back Day or Deterra drug deactivation pouches.
This year, I will be volunteering for DEA Take Back Day on April 30th, with an entirely new perspective. For the past three years, my foundation - In Ryan’s Name - has collaborated with Drug Free Fayette and our local police/sheriff offices at one of Fayette County’s local drop off locations. As a result, I have learned how important it is to safely dispose of all expired or unused medications.
For the sake of our loved ones
My hero, my Father, the greatest man on earth passed away in January. He was 91 years old and lived a long and wonderful life. In my heart I always knew that Dad was the strong one who held our family together. To me, he was invincible and I thought I would have him with me forever. He protected me, taught me life lessons, loved me unconditionally, and held me tightly when I was grieving the loss of my son, his grandson, Ryan, six years ago, from addiction to opioids. Despite his passing, my Dad is still with me in a different way; I carry both my Dad and Ryan in my heart and always will.
How NOT to dispose of Rx
Prescription drugs should not be flushed down the toilet, washed down the drain, or simply tossed in the trash since they may contaminate our water system or our environment. We also do not want these medications to be taken by anyone else. This could result in poisoning or an overdose and ultimately death. Only the person to whom they were prescribed should be taking the medication. In fact, taking a pill that was prescribed to someone else or giving that pill to another person is against the law. It's also extremely dangerous.
For the sake of our loved ones
My hero, my Father, the greatest man on earth passed away in January. He was 91 years old and lived a long and wonderful life. In my heart I always knew that Dad was the strong one who held our family together. To me, he was invincible and I thought I would have him with me forever. He protected me, taught me life lessons, loved me unconditionally, and held me tightly when I was grieving the loss of my son, his grandson, Ryan, six years ago, from addiction to opioids. Despite his passing, my Dad is still with me in a different way; I carry both my Dad and Ryan in my heart and always will.
This year on April 30th, I will not only be volunteering with Drug Free Fayette for DEA Take Back Day, but I will also be disposing of a large plastic bag of my Dad’s unused medications. I Love You Dad!
How TO dispose of Rx
We can all do our part to dispose of expired or unused prescription medications on DEA Take Back Day. Residents of Fayette County can participate in the DEA Prescription Drug Take Back Day on Saturday, April 30th between 10 a.m. and 2 p.m. by safely disposing of their unused and expired medications at one of the following locations:
· Peachtree City Police Department (350 Georgia Highway 74 N, Peachtree City, GA 30269),
· Fayetteville Police Department (780 Jimmie Mayfield Blvd. Fayetteville GA 30215), and
· Fayette County Sheriff’s Office (155 Johnson St. Fayetteville, GA 30214).
Thanks to these three law enforcement agencies (above), plus our District Attorney
We also deeply thank the District Attorney’s Office of the Griffin Judicial District – Marie Broder – for joining the three law enforcement agencies above in collaborating with Drug Free Fayette on this important event.
Look for these Giveaways
Drug Free Fayette volunteers will also be giving away medication lock boxes and Deterra packets (safe and easy drug deactivation pouches that can be used at home).
For More Information
Email DrugFreeFayette@fayettefactor.org if you would like more information on DEA Take Back Day or Deterra drug deactivation pouches.
