In Help for the Holiday, WCVB highlights a Dorchester residential home for women who are trying to break from addiction.It looks like a traditional Christmas tree trimming, but this is a very special home in Uphams Corner.Shepherd House is an oasis for women whose lives have been controlled by drugs and alcohol.For four to six months, they live together before returning to community life -- some after living on the streets.Shepherd House managers say the demand is even greater now with the closing of Long Island Shelter and treatment center this fall.

In Help for the Holiday, WCVB highlights a Dorchester residential home for women who are trying to break from addiction.

It looks like a traditional Christmas tree trimming, but this is a very special home in Uphams Corner.


Shepherd House is an oasis for women whose lives have been controlled by drugs and alcohol.

For four to six months, they live together before returning to community life -- some after living on the streets.

Shepherd House managers say the demand is even greater now with the closing of Long Island Shelter and treatment center this fall.