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Project Lifesaver
In 2018, The Branson Police Department partnered with Project Lifesaver and launched the premier search and rescue program specifically designed for “at risk” individuals prone to the life-threatening behavior of wandering. Wandering is walking away or leaving with no notice to anyone. The program’s objective is to provide timely response to save lives and reduce potential injury for adults and children with the propensity to wander due to a cognitive condition. The program utilizes a personalized custom fitted radio receiver capable of tracking the individual’s location. The program can reduce search times from hours to mere minutes.
Branson Police Officers have been certified by Project Lifesaver and trained to respond to incidents involving children and adults with autism, Alzheimer’s, and other cognitive conditions. This training provides first responders an understanding of these conditions and potential conditions so we are better able to interact with this population in a more effective and successful manner.
Project Lifesaver program applications program are currently being accepted. Applications are available on the City of Branson website or applications may be picked up at the Police Department.
The National Prescription Drug Take-Back
The National Prescription Drug Take-Back Program aims to provide a safe, convenient, and responsible means of disposing of prescription drugs, while also educating the public about the potential for abuse of medications.
The Branson Police Department actively participates in the National Prescription Drug Take-Back and has positioned a Drug Take Back Receptacle in the Police Department. The receptacle is available 24 hours a day and 7 days a week in the Police Department first floor lobby at 110 W Maddux.
Questions:
Q: May I drop off the containers that the drugs come in as well as the drugs?
Yes, you may. No need to separate the drugs from the vials. Plastic and glass are acceptable; however, NO NEEDLES.
Q: May I drop pre-loaded syringes?
Yes, only if the needle has been removed by the patient. Epi Pens are accepted since the needles are sheathed.
Q: What alternatives are available for bringing syringes with needles?
Refer to the FDA website
Q: May I drop-off inhalers?
No. Inhalers and aerosol medications are not accepted as they “pop” or explode at the incineration facility.
Q: May I drop-off veterinary drugs?
Yes. drugs are available by prescription and over-the-counter (OTC) are accepted.
Q: Must I remove the Rx label from the bottles before I drop-off the prescriptions? Can we accept them per HIPPA privacy rules?
No, all prescription materials are strictly controlled by Law Enforcement Personnel and incinerated. You are under no obligation to remove the label; however, you may remove the label if they are concerned about your privacy.
Q: May I drop-off medications from a nursing home?
Yes. Medications dispensed to clients in a nursing home are prescribed to the patient and are not the property of the nursing home, so they may be accepted.
Q. May local doctor/veterinarian/pharmacy or hospital drop-off outdated prescriptions?
No. Doctors, pharmacies and hospitals purchase drugs directly from wholesalers and MUST keep records of all drugs they receive, dispense, or administer. These entities utilize a specific system that allows the return drugs to the supplier or they must dispose of them by using a DEA registered company. Please contact the local DEA office for clarification.
Q: Should I count the drugs or keep a log?
No. prescription drop-offs are intended to be anonymous. Do NOT count or inventory the drugs. In fact, we advise you not to touch them at all just toss the container in the receptacle and walk away. It is that simple.