Persons in Columbus with HIV/AIDS may find themselves in need of drug and alcohol abuse rehabilitation. It is important that the drug and alcohol rehab facility of choice is one which recognizes the difficulties involved in assisting clients afflicted by these ailments so that having HIV/AIDS is not a barrier to their rehab. As soon as any physical obstacles have been conquered, as is often the case with drug or alcohol addicted persons who have not properly cared for themselves, persons with HIV/AIDS in rehab will be able to overcome the mental and emotional issues concerning their drug or alcohol addiction. The end result will be someone who can take care of themselves physically and in life, and quite possibly add several years to their lives.