Sat · Oct 24 · 6am
Prescription Drug Take Back Day in New Providence, NJ
Parking Lot of 1 Academy Street · New Providence, NJ 07974
New Providence will collect unused and expired prescription medications on Saturday, October 24, 2026, from 10 a.m. to 2 p.m.
The drop off is in the parking lot of 1 Academy Street, New Providence. The collection is part of the Drug Enforcement Administration’s National Prescription Drug Take Back Day. Union County Life shares the details so New Providence residents can dispose of old medications safely.
Unused medications left at home can be misused or taken by accident. Take Back Day gives residents a safe, simple way to get rid of them rather than flushing them or throwing them in the trash.
Nationally, the DEA Take Back program is free and anonymous. It generally accepts pills, tablets, and patches. It does not accept needles, sharps, or illegal drugs. Check with the borough before you go to confirm what this site will accept.
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Photo Credit: New Providence, NJ
FAQ:
Q: When is Prescription Drug Take Back Day in New Providence?
A: Take Back Day is Saturday, October 24, 2026, from 10 a.m. to 2 p.m.
Q: Where do I drop off medications in New Providence?
A: Drop off medications in the parking lot of 1 Academy Street, New Providence, NJ 07974.
Q: Does it cost anything to drop off old medications?
A: No. The DEA Take Back program is free, and no sign up is needed.
Q: What can I bring to Take Back Day?
A: The DEA program generally accepts pills, tablets, and patches. Needles, sharps, and illegal drugs are not accepted.
Q: Where can I find more New Providence safety and health news?
A: Union County Life covers New Providence borough news, public safety programs, and health events. Visit unioncountylife.com for more.
