Persons in Burlington with HIV/AIDS may possibly find that they are in need of substance abuse rehabilitation. It is important that the alcohol and drug treatment center of choice is one which recognizes the difficulties involved in assisting clientele stricken with these diseases so that having HIV/AIDS is not a barrier to their rehabilitation. As soon as any physical hurdles have been overcome, as is common with alcohol or drug addicted persons who have not taken care of their health, 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 an individual who can take care of themselves physically and in life, and quite possibly add quite a few years to their life.