They help so many people. It's so much help when people don't have nothing to buy food with and they ha e children to feed. God bless.
I WAS THERE SOME TIME AGO ( COURT ORDERED) THEY TRANSFERRED ME FROM THE MAIN PLACE IN GRAND RAPIDS TO ANOTHER FACILITY.
AT THE OTHER FACILITY THEY ASKED ME TO LEAVE BECAUSE I MADE A COMMENT ABOUT MEXICANS I GUESS ONE OF THE " LEADERS" WAS MARRIED TO A MEXICAN.
its a non smoking facility so if you have cigarettes stash them somewhere or they will get thrown away the food is tolerable I don't eat soggy salad like every shelter soup kitchen seems to have drunks scattered from the shelter a block up to degoges
No one of any decency bars a single middle aged woman with arthritis and other health issues just for using the toilet too long! Also, why are there restricted hours on any restroom while you know several of the women have health issues? It wasn't about my mouth, infact, it's the quiet ones-who aren't hanging out with a group everyday that you do this to and I can tell that you don't appreciate anyone who keeps to her/his self! Also, discrimination tends to pick on the ones who can't fight back.
I'm a graduate of MTM's program. MTM saved my life!
Wonderful services are provided here! Staff shows compassion and gives hope to the guests of Mel Trotter Ministries.
As a volunteer, I can't say enough about the wonderful people who work at Mel Trotter. Every time I am there I am greeted by a staff member who is always positive and full of gratitude! The work done at Mel Trotter is amazing, and this organization is definitely a huge benefit to our community.
I'm. Currently in the shelter, and I really looking forwards to reaching my goal to find housing. This is only a step up not a permanent solution for me. Staff is friendly and nice.
Don't hate it. Was treated with respect and dignity. Information was for my mother, Rosemarie Tomasunas. Thanks.
This used to be a resale store my low income senior self could purchase the items I need at a decent price whilst helping the homeless. Like all resale stores in the area, they had percent off color tag sales every week, and it was a win/win situation. They hired some out of state guy that eliminated all sales before he even arrived, and now the prices are higher, like new product, as well. I will no longer donate or shop there. Pretty sure the extra money goes for his high salary, and the once crowded stores are now empty as a result.
I'm sad to see the poor reviews. Without Mel Trotters, many of the homeless would have no shelter or a place to stay at night. If the reviews are accurate, I hope the staff go through training about rights (training is available at Network 180 and I believe there is no charge). Even some of the nastiest people respond very well to kind words and being treated with respect. I know..I'm from Servants Center, and we serve the homeless and others who can't fend for themselves. Thank you, Mel Trotters, for being there for us until we can find placement for our clients.