Home with a smashed kneecap, hungry for real food and some human contact, I'm 74, living alone…read morewith two cats. I can feed my furry buddies, sitting on my kitchen floor, but not myself -- can't cook or reach anything. Friends and coworkers kindly bring me rat-burgers and root beer, so that's been pretty much my healing diet ... until tomorrow. Danny from RCCA came out for an assessment, and set me up instantly (God bless him good) and now my diet suddenly upgrades to nutritious, home-made HOT MEALS (!) delivered to my door by volunteer neighbors. Five stars? I'd like to give them Ten. Getting old is a beautiful journey with a promised loving welcome at the end. Meantime, here we are, actual senior citizens with diminishing abilities, both cognitive and physical. We value our independence and cherish each day in a way that the young can't understand, nor can you slap it into them. We are still valuable contributors to society, rich in decades of common sense, memories, experience, and SOMETIMES WE ALL NEED HELP. This is the fourth time in the last ten years that the Bitterroot Council on Aging has helped me with age-related issues. Their open-hearted assistance has cost me nothing, and I've given them not one dime. But I'll find a way to contribute, even by volunteering when I'm back on my feet. Feel free to donate to them, too, if you have the funds. They help old people keep their priceless dignity.

I tried to get help to see my mother in hospice. No one does anything. This place is worthless…read more State money for nothing.

transcendental stuff from home supplies to various merchandise at rock bottom prices and a very…read morefriendly staff also meant for nicker in the back and in the store

Wonderful organization. Has a resale store that sells recycled materials for homeowners as well as…read morebuilds homes for families in need.

I am an old time thrift shopper. I have been in many stores over the years. The Hamilton Goodwill…read morestore impresses me. Not only are the prices right but the Personnel are great and friendly. I always like to shop in a clean store and Hamilton Goodwill stands out as an example to other stores. Although I gave a 4-star rating I think they are moving rapidly to five star. I recommend them highly.

I'm on a fixed income so I shop at Goodwill very regularly. Today I watched as two young boys were…read moreplaying kick ball in the toy aisle. They were crashing into the lowest shelves and yelling as they played. I was about to talk to an employee, because who lets children behave that way in a shopping center, when another shopper told the boys they should be careful because of all of the glass on the end caps, that they could break things or get hurt. I was relieved. The next thing I witness is the mother of the boys, with a baby on her hip, go up to the shopper and stick her finger in her face and yell at her. The mother said the most offensive and obscene things I've ever heard in a public space including calling the shopper a "f-word b-word" and then she called her a "see you next Tuesday" with a BABY IN HER ARMS, while the boys watched and heard! The mother was upset that this shopper had even spoken to her children but it was obvious that she was embarrassed that someone had made it known that those boys were unsupervised and frankly out of control. (My own mother would've dragged me out of any store by the skin of my neck if I had ever behaved that way.) The shopper could be heard trying to explain that it takes a village to raise children and that she was trying to keep them safe, and that she could've been mean to the boys but hadn't. The mother was joined by two other young women that appeared to know her who joined in on the verbal assault of the shopper. I looked around for an employee and even though the exchange had escalated to yelling no employees were diffusing the situation. It was heartbreaking to see this shopper who obviously only had the best interests of the children and the store itself in mind be treated in such a fashion. I was in such shock at this abhorrent scene that I didn't come to her aid and I regret that. I'm also a senior and none of the people in that group, in my opinion of degenerates, acted as if they would heed my interference well. I quietly watched as the shopper made her way to the checkout counter then leave while the group stood in a large circle continuing to make snide and rude remarks. I was so upset that nothing had been done about those boys or their mother that I left without making a purchase. I found that my vehicle was parked next to the shoppers vehicle as she was just sitting there behind her wheel. I slowly approached her car and after a little wave she rolled down her window and I asked her if she was alright. The shopper thanked me for my concern, I told her how sorry I was that no one had come to her aid and that I sympathized with what she had done, and then she shared with me that she had just got off of the phone with the manager whose name I believe is Jonas but she could have said Jonah, who had told her that her only recourse was to call the police. She and I couldn't believe that this group of unruly and dangerous people weren't going to be trespassed! As a former business owner that's the least I would've done for a customer in that situation but obviously neither the manager nor the staff were going to take or had taken any actions. The shopper told me that she may pursue some kind of legal action but she most certainly was never returning to this Goodwill ever again, and neither am I. SHAME on the manager and the staff for not only not protecting the merchandise from unsupervised and neglected children but mostly for letting that mother and her troupe of miscreants say such horrendous things to someone who was only looking out for the safety of unaccompanied minors.

What a great find in Hamilton. If you like music, can play an instrument or just like to admire…read morethem, then this is a wonderful sore to visit. Warm and Cosy with friendly knowledgeable staff - everyone with a common interest - MUSIC. Their repair shop is second to none and they can bring your old instruments back to life. Pop next door to Bitteroot School of Music and show off or improve your talent.

I had accidentally broken my son's guitar right before we made a trip to visit family in Darby. He…read morewas looking to show his grandparents how well he can play guitar. We searched around and found Rooted Music. The staff were helpful and the prices were great for someone from Alaska. My son found a guitar that he wanted and spent the rest of the week playing for the family. They offer lessons, classes and many more services than we could take advantage of. This kind of small business is where I prefer to spend my money.

This has always been my favorite thrift store. It looks nice…read morewhen you walk in with the new facelift, but maneuvering and the ease of looking through the clothes is way worse. Prices have raised too...there is no need to raise prices to be in line with Goodwill!! They're prices are way too high. There is no shortage of ANYTHING!! And the music sucks!

When we moved to the area, we were combining households and lots of duplicates and things we had no…read moreroom for. Donated everything here as it not only helps the local abused women shelter but they can shop for free here. Delightful staff and a great selection (if I had an room!)

The only place that may love cats more than me. They're so informative, thorough, kind, and easy to…read morework with. I was fortunate enough to sponsor, and then adopt the cutest kitten. Thanks again

They treated me and my friend like we were teenagers when we are in our mid 20s. Regardless of age…read morethey should not discriminate. They clearly did not want us there and it was a very uncomfortable experience. Told us every cat had multiple applications or was takin. But still clearly listed on their website to apply for.