Teddy bears being collected in Albany County for assault survivors

Teddy bears are being collected to support survivors of sexual and physical assault in Albany County.

The Albany Medical Center Bear Drive is collecting stuffed bears throughout the month of February.

The Albany County Crime Victim and Sexual Violence Center are collecting the bears.

Donated bears will be packed in care bags for Albany Med’s Sexual Assault Forensic Program.

The kits will also contain clothing, toiletries, gift cards and more.

If you’d like to donate, you can at the county office building or the Social Services Department from now until Feb. 26.