It's pretty late, 1:29 am I wanted to leave a review. I currently live in one of these shelters…read moreowned by pacific house. No one really has the courage to say anything about the treatment homeless people get in these shelters. However, it's about time and I don't even care if this doesn't reach people because this is a personal gift to pacific house. You have people in this program who havent even been spoken to about housing. People who have been here for months upon months without even being spoken to by a case manager. If that's what you even want to call them. You have us signing contracts saying we'll follow a dress code and that we'll have to even start paying to stay here everyday 5-10 dollars or do landscaping chores. We've been given uncooked meat and people have gotten sick. People overdose day after day and no investigation or care goes into it except for detox and come back and do the same thing. But then you have people getting kicked out for not being able to get a ride back from work or having service to call back. You have people getting harassed by other people living here and never getting even a warning. You have some staff who are cool, and others who give out dirty sheets to people who just don't want to deal with their attitudes. You have higher ups feeling interrogated by people who live here when they just want answers to their questions and end up being left without answers either way. You want to end and prevent homelessness, but all pacific house does is make living and getting better harder for everyone who lives in these places. And we're told we can leave if we're unhappy but are forced to stay because we have no where else to go. There's no alternative and this organization is making people miserable. Those quotes from homeless people on their website are bullshit. And I read you guys have a 4 star rating but, I couldn't find a rating anywhere. So i decided to leave a review. Yeah some people make it out good. But the people who leave have nothing but bad stories about these places. Someone investigate this organization. They have to be violating homeless rights. And if we don't have a right to better treatment, there needs to be a law implemented, because there is no one defending us. We need an advocate, or people need to start advocating for themselves. But it's hard when you have nothing to even start from.

From the owner: Pacific House emergency men's shelter provides safe overnight shelter for men and young adults and…read morenutritious meals, along with programs and services to help clients lead independent lives.

I stayed at Malta House located in Norwalk, CT in 2025 for a few months. I applied to Malta House…read moreafter much online research pertaining to shelter/housing for pregnant women. I was seeking not only shelter, but also a supportive and nurturing environment that would empower me as a first time mother. From my brief experience, the program did not run in a way that aligned with Malta House's online mission statement. From the website, I had the impression that the program would focus on supporting a mother in areas of health, wellness, nutrition, parenting skills, financial security, mental health, child development, among other pertinent topics related to improving an individual's overall well-being. This was my main reason for choosing to relocate out of state for shelter. I decided that it would be advantageous for me to relocate out of state as I was eager to find support, and to grow as a person, and most importantly, as a mother. However, during my stay, neither the program's topics of conversations nor the mandatory groups addressed such topics. Instead, the program's main focus seemed to be on enforcing compliance with chores to maintain an individual's stay. The program's approach definitely felt more punitive, rather than therapeutic or supportive. The program was rooted in enforcing regulations rather than empowering mothers. The engagement was driven by repercussions, not genuine empowerment. I witnessed exhausted pregnant women being written up for not completing chores that, in my opinion, were unreasonable tasks--especially for those in such vulnerable conditions. In fact, after still being asked despite advocating on behalf of my health, I was once hospitalized, risking pre mature labor at eight months pregnant. This happened after being told to clean/scrub old spills under the glass of the bottom of a fridge left by another resident. The structure of the program did not seem designed with pregnant or postpartum women in mind. Grace and empathy were rarely offered; challenges were often dismissed as "excuses" to not complete chores or attend groups. The program director would remind residents that she "had a home to go to" while criticizing pregnant women for not completing chores on time. The director would also remind us that many women were willing and waiting to comply with program regulations to take our place in the program. The website stated, " WE'RE MUCH MORE THAN A SHELTER: Malta House provides a home and loving support system for those who are struggling with an unplanned pregnancy or who are new mothers of an infant or young baby. We offer homeless pregnant women and their children a family setting where they can grow emotionally, physically, and spiritually..." If I could describe the program based on my experience, I'd say Malta House is a transitional housing for women willing to do chores, attend (unstructured/uninformative) groups, and adhere to a curfew in order to maintain their stay. Unfortunately, the environment did not provide me with a "loving support system". Nurturing and supportive are words that I would not choose to describe the environment in which I resided in. There was a case manager (initials T.H.) who I felt genuinely cared about the women. However, the overall tone of the program did not cultivate a culture of empowerment in a supportive environment. Although I needed shelter, I had to leave Malta House as the environment was not conducive to my mental or physical health during my high risk pregnancy. I decided to leave and find a shelter even if it did not offer the supportive environment I initially sought after as I had failed to receive it anyway. I believe the purpose and mission of Malta House is beautiful in spirit. I truly hope someone will step in to bring meaningful changes to how the program is run and how the women are supported. My intention is not to discourage donations or support--on the contrary, the mothers there need resources, advocacy, and compassionate care more than ever.

DO NOT consign your collectibles here and expect an amicable business relationship. Very unpleasant…read moreexperience with rude , dishonest, greedy people with shady business practices. I was assured transparency when I opened my account. I asked for details on my account and they tried to intimidate me several times. Month after month my items were missing and very little, to zero money on my account. If I wanted to donate my items I would have chosen a reputable charity. I give respect and I expect the same. Luckily, I took photos of my items and was able to squeeze some respect out of them.

I've been a customer of Cindy's Unique Shop since 2015, and it's truly my favorite store. Whenever…read moreI'm shopping for gifts or home décor, this is the first place I go. The selection is unique, the quality is excellent, and the prices are very reasonable. I have quite eclectic taste, so it's rare to find items that match my style in typical stores. But at Cindy's, I've found everything from a stunning handmade Japanese tapestry and a Chinese enamel cabinet to Portuguese crystal, Waterford and Belleek pieces from Ireland, and whimsical finds like a brass monkey lamp and a brass elephant table (yes, I actually own both--LOL). You simply won't find this kind of variety anywhere else in the area. I've also consigned items with Cindy's and found the process straightforward and professional. The contract is clear, detailed, and easy to follow--they even provide a copy for your records. If any questions come up, a quick call to their friendly, helpful staff always clears things up. What I especially value is that this small business is woman-owned and family-run. That really matters to me, and it makes supporting them all the more meaningful.

"Them South Side sisters sure look pretty The cripple on the…read morecorner cries out "nickels for your pity" And them downtown boys they sure talk gritty It's so hard to be a Saint in the city" (Bruce Springsteen) The best things about our visit to the St. Paul's Thrift Shop were the two women who greeted us, shared info on today's specials, and were just plain delightful hosts. The store was on the smaller side, but was neatly stocked with Men's, Women's, and Children's clothing, shoes, handbags, backpacks, home goods, housewares, toys, jewelry, puzzles, books, and record albums. All were very low priced. I came close to buying a tan suit for $7, but thought the jacket was just a teense too big on me. My wife bought a pretty pink blouse for a paltry $1.50. If you enjoy poking around thrift stores as much as we do, check out the friendly folks and friendlier prices at the St. Paul's Thrift Shop.

I got 2 brand new blanket throws here and a beautiful maxi dress! Definitely take the time to look…read morearound, don't just rush in and out. There is a lot of great stuff, some of it brand new. All in a small space. I also saw a lot of hand tools which surprised me!

From the owner: Unlock your thrifty needs shopping at Hidden Treasures Store LLC, where you will find quality of…read moregently used and new items for everyone! Come find your Treasures!