Persons in Bear Creek with HIV/AIDS might find themselves in need of alcohol and drug abuse treatment. It is important that the alcohol and drug rehabilitation facility of choice is one which recognizes the difficulties involved in treating clientele afflicted by these diseases so that having HIV/AIDS is not a barrier to their rehabilitation. As soon as any physical challenges have been overcome, as is often the case with alcohol or drug addicted individuals who have not taken care of their health, individuals with HIV/AIDS in treatment will address all of the mental and emotional troubles involved in their drug or alcohol addiction. The end result will be an individual who can properly care for themselves both body and mind, and perhaps add several years to their life.