RESTORE, formerly Rape Crisis Service, is currently recruiting volunteers. There is an urgent need in Genesee, Livingston, Orleans and Wyoming counties for volunteers.

RESTORE, a program of Planned Parenthood of Central and Western New York, leads the community response to sexual violence through advocacy and education by providing the safety, support and validation that changes the lives of all those affected by sexual assault.

Trained counselors are available 24-hours a day, seven days a week to provide information and support, enabling clients to make informed choices concerning medical, legal and counseling needs, while offering advocacy and information about their rights. Counselors also offer short-term counseling sessions and legal and medical accompaniment. Services are free and confidential.

Those interested in volunteering for RESTORE must be at least 20 years of age and be comfortable working with victims in a crisis situation. RESTORE is seeking volunteers who can take phone calls from their home as well as volunteers who are able to accompany victims to the hospital or police station. The time commitment is flexible, and at the volunteers discretion.

Further information about how to volunteer and become involved in RESTORE can be found at www.ppcwny.org or by contacting Lauren Berger, Outreach & Education Specialist at 585-786-5450.