About The Caring Place - Thrift Store & Basic Needs
The Caring Place - Thrift Store & Basic Needs has been serving the community since 1985, providing support for food, utility, rent, transportation, and medical assistance in a respectful and caring environment. Located in Georgetown, their two thrift shops, The Shops at The Caring Place and Second Helping, offer a wide variety of items, including clothing, shoes, home decor, household goods, and furniture. The store is large and organized into different sections, making it easy to find what is needed. Customers appreciate that their shopping and donations help fund programs that benefit local people, with some sharing that the organization has helped them personally during difficult times. The store is also a good place to find holiday decorations and affordable items. Volunteers operate the shop, and while some customers note that pricing can vary, they value the fair prices and friendly staff. Overall, The Caring Place is highly regarded for its merchandise, community support, and the positive impact it has on many lives. The organization relies on donations and shopping to continue its mission of helping those in need, making it a trusted and essential part of the community.
I’ve found some great things at incredible prices here, but I’m not sure why their no-name vinyl records are $5/each when every other thrift store in the country is practically giving them away. They should be $1 at most.
$5 is insane.
July 2026
1st time visiting here .... I was blown away by the prices !!!! Found a little bit of everything. The ladies are register were very sweet. This is definitely gonna be my go.to place for now on ❤
June 2026
Best Non Profit Christian Based Thrift store in Central Texas