Individuals in Cascadia with HIV/AIDS might find themselves in need of drug and alcohol abuse rehabilitation. It is crucial that the drug and alcohol rehab program of choice is one that understands the challenges involved in treating clients affected by these diseases so that having HIV/AIDS is not a barrier to their rehabilitation. Once any physical obstacles have been overcome, as is often the case with addicted persons who have not properly cared for their health, persons with HIV/AIDS in treatment will address all of the mental and emotional issues involved in their drug addiction. The ultimate prize will be an individual who can properly care for themselves both body and mind, and perhaps add several years to their lives.