WHAT YOU CAN DO
WATCH OUT FOR PRESCRIPTION MISUSE
- Experimenting or sharing
- Ignoring label directions
- Taking meds to get high
LOOK FOR WARNING SIGNS
- Changes in physical appearance
- Loss of interest or motivation
- Unexplained pills or paraphernalia
DON’T MAKE IT EASY
- Track and secure all medicines
- Drop off unused or expired medications
- Find disposal locations
- Report suspicious activity privately to pharm.tip@ventura.org
GETTING HELP
Ventura County Behavioral Health provides a continuum of care for substance use disorder treatment services. If you believe you or a family member may be struggling with addiction, talk to your healthcare provider or call the confidential 24/7 Access Line at 1-844-385-9200. The staff will perform a brief screening and provide a referral to a provider.
