Persons in Alta, IA. with HIV/AIDS may find that they are in need of alcohol and drug abuse rehabilitation. It is important that the alcohol and drug rehab program of choice is an option which recognizes the challenges involved in treating clients stricken with these diseases so that having HIV/AIDS is not a barrier to their rehab. As soon as any physical obstacles have been overcome, as is common with drug or alcohol addicted individuals who have not properly cared for themselves, persons with HIV/AIDS in rehab will address all of the mental and emotional issues involved in their drug addiction. The ultimate prize will be an individual who can take care of themselves both body and mind, and perhaps add several years to their life.