Safely Dispose of Medications at Yavapai County Drop Boxes or the Cordes Lakes Dump the Drugs Event

MATFORCE, a primary prevention organization dedicated to preventing youth drug use, has teamed up with the Yavapai County Sheriff’s Office and the Cordes Lakes Town Council to provide a safe disposal method for expired prescriptions or over the counter medications.

Through collaborative community partnerships, Yavapai County has safely disposed of more than 47,500 pounds of medication since 2008. This remarkable milestone has been achieved via dedicated drop box sites across the county alongside regular “Dump the Drugs” events.

To provide residents with a secure and simple way to clear out expired or unwanted prescription medications, the Cordes Lakes Town Council is presenting a “Dump the Drugs” take-back event. The event is scheduled for Thursday, August 13, 2026, from 5:00 pm to 7:00 pm, and will be hosted at the Cordes Lakes Community Center, located at 16357 S Cordes Lakes Drive, Cordes Lakes, AZ 86333.

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Year-round safe disposal is also supported by 14 prescription drug drop boxes placed in accessible locations throughout Yavapai County. Please visit matforce.org/yavapai-county/ to find details on these drop-off points.

For additional information about medication disposal events, nearby drop box locations, or MATFORCE, please visit matforce.org, call (928) 708-0100 or email at info@matforceaz.org.