Individuals in Ava, MO. with HIV/AIDS may find themselves in need of substance abuse rehabilitation. It is important that the drug treatment program of choice is an option that understands the difficulties involved in helping clients afflicted by these illnesses so that having HIV/AIDS is not a barrier to their rehab. As soon as any physical challenges have been conquered, as is often the case with addicted persons who have not properly cared for themselves, individuals with HIV/AIDS in rehab will address all of the mental and emotional problems concerning their drug or alcohol addiction. The ultimate prize will be someone who can properly care for themselves both body and mind, and perhaps add quite a few years to their lives.