Aid to Addicts and Alcoholics in Recovery, is dedicated to supporting individuals in recovery from addiction, was significantly shaped by the contributions of Myrna and Denis Winslow. Their leadership and vision have impacted thousands of lives within the sober living and recovery communities.
Myrna Winslow, the founder of AAAIR was originally from Simi Valley, California. Myrna passed away on May 12, 2024. after a short battle with cancer. Born in 1956, Myrna began her recovery journey in March 1989 in Simi Valley. She met her husband, Denis, at a recovery meeting when they were both in their mid-thirties. Denis has maintained sobriety for 36 years, and together, the couple dedicated their lives to supporting others in recovery. They were married for 33 years and spent 35 years together.
In 1998, Myrna and Denis moved to Las Vegas. Prior to their move, they had begun renting rooms in their home in Simi Valley to recovering addicts, providing them with a safe and supportive environment. Upon arriving in Las Vegas, they continued their dedication to recovery by immediately involving themselves in local fellowship work, supporting both men and women in their sobriety.

In 2007, the Winslow’s opened their first sober living house for women in Las Vegas, followed by a second house in 2008. Each house accommodated 10 to 12 residents and provided a structured and nurturing environment for women on their recovery journeys.
However, due to the economic downturn, the first house closed in 2010. The second house, known as Thompson House #2, continued operating until 2020. Faced with ongoing economic challenges, the organization transitioned to renting homes in 2021, continuing their mission to support those in recovery. Over the years, Myrna and Denis helped an estimated 2,000 to 3,000 individuals in the sober living and recovery space. Myrna was deeply involved with the Nevada drug courts,
Narcotics Anonymous (NA), the Salvation Army, and the WestCare Women and Children's Program. Her work with these organizations reflected her deep commitment to helping people rebuild their lives. Denis, on the other hand, focused on the political aspects of sober
living, attending city council meetings, and working to defend sober living houses when they faced opposition. Their collaboration with the Oxford House organization helped shape their approach to running sober living homes effectively. The Winslow’s' work and dedication is deeply embedded in the ethos of Aid to Addicts and Alcoholics in Recovery. Both Myrna and Denis were integral to the organization from its inception, dedicating countless hours to ensure the success of the sober living houses and the well-being of their residents. Today, the organization continues to honor Myrna’s legacy by maintaining its commitment to providing supportive sober living environments, helping
individuals in recovery, and staying involved in the broader recovery community, including.

The vision and legacy of Myrna Winslow lives on through Aid to Addicts and Alcoholics in Recovery, and her husband Denis, who is on the Board of the organization and is inspiring future leaders and continuing to make a meaningful difference in the lives of those battling
addiction.