Individuals in Continental with HIV/AIDS might find themselves in need of substance abuse rehabilitation. It is important that the drug and alcohol rehabilitation facility of choice is an option that understands the difficulties involved in helping clients affected by these ailments so that having HIV/AIDS does not get in the way of their rehab. Once any physical hurdles have been overcome, as is often the case with drug or alcohol addicted persons who have not properly cared for their health, individuals with HIV/AIDS in treatment will address all of the mental and emotional issues concerning their addiction. The end result will be someone who can properly care for themselves physically and in life, and perhaps add several years to their lives.