Persons in Allerton with HIV/AIDS may find themselves in need of drug and alcohol abuse treatment. It is important that the drug treatment center of choice is one which recognizes the challenges involved in helping clientele afflicted by these diseases so that having HIV/AIDS does not get in the way of their rehab. Once any physical hurdles have been overcome, as is common with drug or alcohol addicted individuals who have not taken care of themselves, persons with HIV/AIDS in rehabilitation will be able to overcome the mental and emotional problems concerning their drug addiction. The end result will be an individual who can take care of themselves both body and mind, and quite possibly add several years to their life.