Persons in Clinton, New York with HIV/AIDS may find that they are in need of drug and alcohol abuse treatment. It is crucial that the drug and alcohol rehabilitation program of choice is one which recognizes the challenges involved in assisting clientele afflicted by these illnesses so that having HIV/AIDS does not get in the way of their rehabilitation. Once any physical hurdles have been overcome, as is common with alcohol or drug addicted persons who have not taken care of themselves, clients with HIV/AIDS in rehabilitation will be able to overcome the mental and emotional problems concerning their drug or alcohol addiction. The end result will be an individual who can take care of themselves physically and in life, and perhaps add quite a few years to their life.